🏖️ Lake / Reservoir
🟡 Moderate $5 USACE day-use fee at public swim beaches
🌊 About Old Hickory Lake
Reservoir northeast of Nashville with several public parks offering swim access.
📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
$5 USACE day-use fee at public swim beaches
Water Temperature
💧 Warm lake water
Managed By
US Army Corps of Engineers
County
Davidson / Sumner / Wilson County, Tennessee
Access Difficulty
🟡 Moderate
🗺️ Getting There
Address / Access Point:
Hendersonville, TN (multiple access points)
Access Notes:
Multiple public parks around the lake
✅ Before You Go — Checklist
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Check current water conditions — especially after recent rain
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Save GPS coordinates offline before leaving — cell service may be limited
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Bring cash or card for entry: $5 USACE day-use fee at public swim beaches
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Pack reef-safe sunscreen, dry bag, water shoes and plenty of drinking water
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Tell someone where you are going before heading to a remote location
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Pack out everything you bring in — leave no trace