Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:06 PM
- Water level
- 2.71 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on J. Percy Priest
Updated 24 min agoSource: USGS station 03431060 — MILL CREEK AT THOMPSON LANE, NEAR WOODBINE, TN · 6.8 mi from J. Percy Priest
Launch Light & Moon — June 23
local timeFirst Quarter (63% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: Smith Springs Recreation Area
| Location | Nashville, Tennessee |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | J. Percy Priest |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Coordinates | 36.090607, -86.602405 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Davidson |
Smith Springs Recreation Area is a public boat launch providing access to J. Percy Priest in Nashville, Tennessee at coordinates 36.09061, -86.60241. Data published by Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TN TWRA).
Smith Springs Recreation Area is a public boat launch on J. Percy Priest in Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Smith Springs Recreation Area
Is Smith Springs Recreation Area free to use?
Yes, Smith Springs Recreation Area is a public boat launch with free access in Nashville, Tennessee.
What water does Smith Springs Recreation Area access?
Smith Springs Recreation Area provides boat launch access to J. Percy Priest in Nashville, Tennessee.
How do I get to Smith Springs Recreation Area?
Smith Springs Recreation Area is located at coordinates 36.090607, -86.602405 in Nashville, Tennessee. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Smith Springs Recreation Area includes 6 other public boat ramps within 1.4 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.