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Percy Priest Lake Overlook
4.7 ★★★★★ 485 Google reviews · Running trail in Hermitage, Tennessee · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Percy Priest Lake Overlook's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Popular destination featuring a lake for swimming and picnics, plus hiking trails.
What runners say about Percy Priest Lake Overlook
“Below the Dam fishing activities and the beginning of the Greenway Trail, also there is a dog park which is pretty spacious and clean.”
“The open fields and water are beautiful, I take my dog to the park across the street and we’ve always felt safe.”
“It does get busy at times but I guess that gives you an opportunity to meet other locals :) Very clean, peaceful area.”
There are few places to enjoy around this side of the lake (Hermitage/Donelson). Below the Dam fishing activities and the beginning of the Greenway Trail, also there is a dog park which is pretty spacious and clean. On the other side of the road a beautiful but small place to enjoy the sunset and watch boats cruise by.
Family and friends meet when weather permits. Beautiful scenery if you just want to sit on a bench and chill. There is boating,kayaking, swimming, fishing as you wish. Walking trails. Picnic tables. Grills. Just remember in Tennessee you need boating and fishing license. They check.
Trail conditions & character
“The open fields and water are beautiful, I take my dog to the park across the street and we’ve always felt safe.”
“It’s usually easy to find parking during weekdays and I’m always able to get the best photos.”
“Below the Dam fishing activities and the beginning of the Greenway Trail, also there is a dog park which is pretty spacious and clean.”
“It does get busy at times but I guess that gives you an opportunity to meet other locals :) Very clean, peaceful area.”
Plan your run at Percy Priest Lake Overlook
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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