Designated
Swim Areas on J. Percy Priest Lake
Swimming on J. Percy Priest Lake is one of the more popular water-based
activities. Swimming is prohibited at launching ramps, mooring points, marinas,
public docks, and posted areas. It is allowed elsewhere, but for safety's sake
please swim only in specifically designated areas. These areas are much safer as
they are off-limits to boaters of all kinds. They are surrounded by “restricted
area” buoys and a floating orange pipeline. The Corps of Engineers operates
three such swim areas on J. Percy Priest: Anderson Road, Cook, and Seven Points
Campground. Anderson Road and Cook both have sand beaches and playgrounds and
there is a nominal Day Use Fee. Pets are
prohibited at Anderson Road and Cook Recreation Areas. Seven Points Campground
includes a sandy beach for registered campers and their authorized visitors.
Anderson Road and Cook Recreation Areas offer picnic sites,
group shelters, boat launching ramps, and bathrooms.
Other designated swim areas at J. Percy Priest include Nashville Shores
(admission to park required), and Long Hunter State Park – Bryant Grove (user
fee required).
