Poole Knobs Recreation Area

The Poole Knobs Recreation Area provides a convenient boat ramp for accessing J. Percy Priest Lake near La Vergne, Tennessee. This U.S. Army Corps of Engineers facility offers a lakeside setting with a range of outdoor recreation opportunities.

For kayakers, canoeists, and small boaters, the boat ramp offers easy put-in access to the expansive J. Percy Priest Lake. Covering over 14,000 acres, this reservoir on the Stones River provides ample space for paddling, fishing, and other water sports. The lake's relatively calm waters and scenic shoreline make it a popular destination for recreational boaters.

In addition to the boat ramp, Poole Knobs features a campground with sites that can be reserved. Visitors can enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing, and other activities within the surrounding parklands. While specific details on ramp hours or fees are not available, the boat launch provides a convenient launching point to access this beautiful Tennessee lake.

Overview
Poole Knobs Campground is a lakeside oasis in the green hills of Tennessee, providing campers with countless recreational activities on the lake and in the surrounding woods and grasslands.Recreation
The lake provides a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities for millions of visitors each year. Because of the temperate climate and relatively long recreation season, visitors have...

Overview
Poole Knobs Campground is a lakeside oasis in the green hills of Tennessee, providing campers with countless recreational activities on the lake and in the surrounding woods and grasslands.Recreation
The lake provides a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities for millions of visitors each year. Because of the temperate climate and relatively long recreation season, visitors have numerous activities to choose from, including fishing, hunting, picnicking, boating, canoeing, hiking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing. Fishing opportunities abound at J. Percy Priest Lake, with a wide variety of species available, including largemouth and smallmouth bass, crappie, striped bass, Cherokee bass, and white bass. Other species such as catfish, bluegill, bream and trout provide excellent opportunities for younger anglers.
Facilities
Poole Knobs Campground offers 87 shady and spacious campsites, along with one larger group camping site. The campground features drinking water, a dump station, flush toilets and hot showers, creating a comfortable camping experience. A boat ramp is provided, allowing guests to take advantage of the vast, sparkling lake.

The group campsite can accommodate up to 40 campers, making it an ideal spot for family parties.Natural Features
J. Percy Priest Dam and Lake was one of the first Corps of Engineers lakes to have recreation as part of its mission. The dam, completed in 1968, impounds 42 miles, with 14,200 surface acres of water.

In soothing contrast to the sparkling waters of the lake are the adjacent 19,087 acres of grasslands and woodlands.

A highlight of the region, the Cedar Glades Natural Area, is home to countless wildlife and plant species, including the Tennessee coneflower.
Nearby Attractions
J. Percy Priest Lake is conveniently located about ten miles east of downtown Nashville, offering visitors countless cultural activities in addition to the conveniences of a metro area. Charges & Cancellations
There is a $10.00 transaction fee for all cancelled reservations.

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