J. Percy Priest Reservoir: Fishing Spots, Map, and Regulations

Tennessee, US

Place
Public
Water
Fresh
Clarity
-
Depth
99 ft.

Since J. Percy Priest Reservoir is situated near Nashville it is quite a visited place. Fishing, camping, hunting, boating, canoeing, hiking, horseback riding are all available on the territory of the J. Percy Priest Reservoir.

J. Percy Priest Reservoir is a popular fishing destination in Tennessee, US, United States.

Before you fish at J. Percy Priest Reservoir, make sure you’re familiar with the US fishing regulations. Local regulations determine the possession limits, size limits, and other rules you must follow.

You can also explore a fishing map of the J. Percy Priest Reservoir area, showing the best local spots to fish in US, United States.

The weather and fishing forecast will help you decide the best times to go fishing based on local conditions like tides, temperatures, and fish behavior.

While fishing in Tennessee, including at J. Percy Priest Reservoir, you can catch Black crappie, Blue catfish, Bluegill, Brook trout, Brown trout and many other common local fish species.

To fish legally and responsibly, always check the regulations for US, United States before your trip.

In addition, be sure to carry a valid US fishing license during your fishing trip.

J. Percy Priest Reservoir fishing map

Check out the J. Percy Priest Reservoir fishing map near Tennessee, TN, United States, to locate key fishing areas and prime fishing spots around 36°7'26.0"N 86°35'38.1"W.

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J. Percy Priest Reservoir weather conditions

Check the J. Percy Priest Reservoir weather forecast to stay informed about wind speed, temperature changes, humidity percentage, and other key conditions.

Weather updates help you stay prepared for changing conditions and improve your fishing experience in Tennessee, TN, United States.

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Weather forecast, as of 15:45

20°C

Light rain overnight

Max / Min

22°/14°

Wind

4 m/s

Humidity

80 %

Pressure

1012 hPa

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Fish species to catch in the J. Percy Priest Reservoir, Tennessee, United States (10)

💡 Fishing Tips & Tricks on J. Percy Priest Reservoir

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The daily creel limit for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass is 5 fish per day in any combination. The minimum size limit for largemouth bass is 15 inches. The minimum size limit for smallmouth bass is 18 inches.
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In April largemouth bass can be easily caught on lipless and square-billed crankbaits.
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Jigs tipped with minnows are ideal for crappie fishing in J. Percy Priest Reservoir. The daily creel limit for both white and black crappie here is 30 fish per angler.
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Trolling is the most productive fishing method here during summer.
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The upstream reaches of the Reservoir provide excellent fishing for white and yellow bass. Minnows as a live bait are good for it.
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Hybrid striped bass mostly swim at depths in the coolest water. One of the good baits for this fish is a gizzard shad.