Percy Priest Lake Day Trip Checklist

Planning a day at Percy Priest Lake?

Use this quick checklist before you leave home so you do not forget the basics: beach gear, safety items, food, parking, boat rental questions, and weather checks.

Best for:

• Families
• First-time visitors
• Boat rental days
• Beach days
• Kayak trips
• Weekend lake plans near Nashville

Percy Priest Lake Day Trip Checklist

1. Before You Leave

• Check the weather.
• Check lake/park alerts if available.
• Confirm beach, campground, marina, or rental hours.
• Save directions before you lose signal.
• Pack cash/card for parking, fees, food, or fuel.
• Tell someone where you are going if paddling or boating.

2. Safety

• Life jackets for everyone who needs one.
• Children’s life jackets fit correctly.
• Marine first-aid kit.
• Sunscreen.
• Bug spray.
• Plenty of drinking water.
• Towels.
• Water shoes.
• Dry bag for phone/keys.
• Portable phone charger.

3. Beach / Swimming Day

• Choose a designated swim area when possible.
• Avoid swimming near ramps, marinas, docks, mooring points, and posted areas.
• Bring shade or umbrella.
• Bring snacks and water.
• Pack trash bags.
• Watch children closely even in shallow areas.

4. Boat Rental Day

Ask before booking:

• How many people can the boat carry?
• Is fuel included?
• Is a captain available?
• What is the weather policy?
• What is the cancellation policy?
• Are life jackets included?
• Where do we park and check in?
• Can we bring food, drinks, pets, coolers, or floats?

Pack:

• Cooler.
• Towels.
• Sunglasses.
• Hat.
• Dry bag.
• Phone charger.
• Motion sickness supplies if needed.
• Extra water.

5. Fishing Day

• Fishing license.
• Rod/reel.
• Tackle box.
• Bait/lures.
• Pliers.
• Landing net.
• Cooler or stringer if keeping fish.
• Polarized sunglasses.
• Sunscreen.
• Weather-appropriate clothing.

6. Kayak / Paddle Day

• Kayak or rental confirmation.
• Paddle.
• Proper life jacket.
• Whistle.
• Dry bag.
• Water bottle.
• Sun protection.
• Launch location saved.
• Wind forecast checked.

7. Family Day Extras

• Extra clothes.
• Snacks.
• Wet wipes.
• Small trash bags.
• Beach toys.
• Floaties only as backup, not life-saving equipment.
• Simple backup plan if beach/parking is full.

8. After The Trip

• Rinse gear.
• Check for ticks.
• Dry life jackets before storing.
• Save favorite spots for next time.
• Share the guide with someone planning a Percy Priest day.

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Need more than a checklist?

Read the full Percy Priest Lake guide for fishing spots, beaches, camping areas, kayak launches, marinas, and boat rental planning.

Recommended internal links:

• Percy Priest Lake Ultimate Guide
• Percy Priest Boat Rentals and Marinas
• Percy Priest Kayak Launch Spots
• Percy Priest Campgrounds
• Percy Priest Beaches