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Three hours on a 25-foot pontoon turns Percy Priest Lake into your private playground—tubing, floating play pads, and Party Cove socializing led by a local Master Captain. Read on for practical tips, local history, and what to pack.
Three hours on a 25-foot pontoon turns Percy Priest Lake into your private playground—tubing, floating play pads, and Party Cove socializing led by a local Master Captain. Read on for practical tips, local history, and what to pack.
The engine wakes the lake like a heartbeat as the captain eases the 25-foot pontoon away from the dock. Wind pushes off the water, and within minutes you’re cutting toward Party Cove—a crowded slice of Percy Priest Lake where music fades into laughter and boats bob together like friends reconnecting.
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Operated by Rowdy Boats · Nashville, Tennessee
The engine wakes the lake like a heartbeat as the captain eases the 25-foot pontoon away from the dock. Wind pushes off the water, and within minutes you’re cutting toward Party Cove—a crowded slice of Percy Priest Lake where music fades into laughter and boats bob together like friends reconnecting.
Percy Priest Lake is a mid-20th century reservoir created when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dammed the Stones River in the 1960s. The shoreline runs on limestone under shallow soil, and rolling hardwood ridges frame broad water views that change with every turn. Nashville’s boating culture has long embraced this corner of the lake: daytime tube runs, floating social clusters, and late‑afternoon quiet coves for smaller groups.
On this private three‑hour charter you get a Master Captain who knows the lake, a 200HP engine for quick runs, a 5’x10’ inflatable play pad, a 2–4 person tube, and a premium sound system. Expect a mix of social stops in the cove, short tubing runs, and relaxed drifting near quieter shorelines. Practicalities matter: parking is restricted to a designated lot behind Papa Turney’s BBQ, the operator supplies ice and a cooler, and all sales are final—no refunds for cancellations.
Bring sun protection, a waterproof bag for phones, and a willingness to share the cove spirit. Keep an eye on children and non‑swimmers around the ladder; life jackets are required for towing. This trip is about momentum and ease: fast enough for thrills, simple enough for a family afternoon on the water.
easy.
3 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels—requires basic mobility to step onto the boat and climb a ladder from the water.
The charter accommodates up to 12 passengers for a private three‑hour trip.
BYOB is permitted; the operator includes a cooler and ice—follow local laws and captain instructions regarding consumption.
All sales are final and the vendor does not offer refunds for cancellations; captains monitor conditions and can alter plans for safety.
Yes—towing and jumping are part of the experience; life jacket rules and safety decisions are at the captain’s discretion.
The lake was formed in the 1960s when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dammed the Stones River to control flooding and provide recreation for growing Nashville suburbs.
Boat users are asked to clean gear to prevent invasive species spread and to pack out all trash; keep noise and wake to reasonable levels near shore to protect wildlife and private docks.
Rowdy Boats operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The engine wakes the lake like a heartbeat as the captain eases the 25-foot pontoon away from the dock. Wind pushes off the water, and within minutes you’re cutting toward Party Cove—a crowded slice of Percy Priest Lake where music fades into laughter and boats bob together like friends reconnecting.
The engine wakes the lake like a heartbeat as the captain eases the 25-foot pontoon away from the dock. Wind pushes off the water, and within minutes you’re cutting toward Party Cove—a crowded slice of Percy Priest Lake where music fades into laughter and boats bob together like friends reconnecting.
Percy Priest Lake is a mid-20th century reservoir created when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers dammed the Stones River in the 1960s. The shoreline runs on limestone under shallow soil, and rolling hardwood ridges frame broad water views that change with every turn. Nashville’s boating culture has long embraced this corner of the lake: daytime tube runs, floating social clusters, and late‑afternoon quiet coves for smaller groups.
On this private three‑hour charter you get a Master Captain who knows the lake, a 200HP engine for quick runs, a 5’x10’ inflatable play pad, a 2–4 person tube, and a premium sound system. Expect a mix of social stops in the cove, short tubing runs, and relaxed drifting near quieter shorelines. Practicalities matter: parking is restricted to a designated lot behind Papa Turney’s BBQ, the operator supplies ice and a cooler, and all sales are final—no refunds for cancellations.
Bring sun protection, a waterproof bag for phones, and a willingness to share the cove spirit. Keep an eye on children and non‑swimmers around the ladder; life jackets are required for towing. This trip is about momentum and ease: fast enough for thrills, simple enough for a family afternoon on the water.