Old Hickory Lake

Beautiful Lake Near Nashville

Located under 30 miles from Nashville, Old Hickory Lake is a popular escape for families who enjoy the outdoors. 

22,500 Acres of Surface Area

Old Hickory Lake extends 97 miles along the Cumberland River and covers 22,500 acres. It has 440 miles of shoreline, passing through Davidson, Sumner, Wilson, Trousdale, and Smith counties.

The waters have a maximum depth of 65 feet. It is home to a great selection of full-service marinas, along with restaurants, parks, and boat launches.

An All-Sports Lake

Old Hickory Lake is well-known as an all-sports lake. Residents and visitors enjoy spending time on the lake boating, sailing, water skiing, fishing, and swimming.

The lake is an angler's dream, filled with a large population of largemouth, smallmouth, spotted, black, and white bass. It hosts multiple large fishing events, including one of the Bass Pro Shops National Fishing Championship events.

Experience the Outdoors

With many parks located nearby, there are more than enough outdoor activities to indulge in. Lock 4 Park on the lake features one of Tennessee’s most popular biking courses.

Hermitage Golf Course was ranked among Tennessee's Top-10 Golf Courses by Golf Digest. One of its courses is roamed by a herd of Black-Faced Scottish Sheep, which is a fan favorite.

Explore Nashville

The heart of Nashville is the perfect short-distance day trip to a big city!

As the capital of Tennessee, Nashville lives up to its nickname of Music City USA. It is home to many music attractions, such as the Grand Ole Opry, the Country Music Hall of Fame, and various record labels.

The nightlife in Nashville is nothing short of amazing. If of age, check out the downtown bar scenes that include sports bars, karaoke bars, rooftop bars, and famous honky-tonks.

Airports and Hospitals

The lake is easily accessible by I-65 or I-40 and is a short, 40-minute drive from the Nashville International Airport. Nashville General Hospital and many other medical facilities are located in the city.

Lake Life at its Finest

Old Hickory Lake is the perfect location for anyone that wants the small-town feeling but with a unique big city nearby. You will not go wrong with making this lake the location of your next home!