Long Hunter Boating
Notification Alert
New Gate and Closing Procedures
For enhanced safety and security, Long Hunter State Park has installed a new electronic gate at the main entrance of the park. Once activated, on November 1st, 2025, the gate will open daily at 5:00 AM and close nightly at 8:00 PM.
Please note:
- Entry will not be permitted outside of the operational hours listed above. Boat ramp users may still launch if they arrive before 8:00 PM.
- Guests visiting the park should vacate by closing time at 8:00 PM (The park’s day-use areas close at 8:00 PM).
- Exiting the park will remain unrestricted—the gate will automatically open for all outbound traffic.
Operational hours at other areas of the park (Bryant’s Grove and Volunteer Trail) will not be affected. These areas will continue to close at 5:00 PM during standard time and 8:00 PM during daylight saving time.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have any questions, please contact the park at 615-885-2422.
Boat House and Fishing Pier Closed Until Further Notice
Due to safety concerns, the boat house and fishing pier are closed until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call the park at 615-885-2422.
Boating at Long Hunter
Long Hunter State Park offers access to J. Percy Priest Lake and Couchville Lake.
J. Percy Priest Lake
This 14,000-acre reservoir borders the park and is one of Middle Tennessee's favorite attractions for fishing, waterskiing, wave runners, pontoons, and paddle sports.
Couchville Lake
Enjoy Couchville Lake's tranquil 110 acres year-round, which is ideal for paddling. The boat dock is currently closed.
Couchville Lake
Open summer weekends through Labor Day.
Hours
Friday, Saturday and Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (last rental at 5:00 PM)
Call 1-615-885-2422 to determine days and hours of boat dock operation.
Rates
Rates are subject to change. A deposit may be required.
Paddleboard: $15 hourly
Kayak - Single: $15 hourly
Kayak - Tandem: $20 hourly
Youth Kayak: $13.73 hourly
Jon Boat with Motor: $45 1/2 day
Life jackets and paddles are included with boat rentals. Life jacket rentals for personal watercraft can be rented for $5.00.
Boating & Paddling Details
Seasonal Information - The boat dock is currently closed, but the rentals are available near the closed boat dock. Canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards are rented during the summer months.
Bring Your Own Paddlecraft - Visitors may bring their own paddlecraft to the park for use on Couchville Lake year-round.
Rowboats and Electric Motors - Rowboat rentals are available. Visitors may bring their own electric trolling motors for use on the park rowboats.
Age Limit - Children aged five and under are not allowed in rented vessels.
Powered Boats Not Allowed - Gas motors and personal watercraft are not permitted on Couchville Lake. There is no launch ramp on Couchville Lake for private boats.
J. Percy Priest Lake
This 14,000-acre reservoir borders the park and is one of Middle Tennessee's favorite attractions for fishing, waterskiing, wave runners, pontoons, and paddle sports. The park features two public boat launch ramps for access to J. Percy Priest Lake.
