Website: https://capndaveswatersports.com/
Cap’n Dave’s Water Sports is a seasonal water sports rental business operating on Percy Priest Lake in the Nashville and Hermitage area of Tennessee. The company rents jet skis and a range of paddle craft, inviting visitors to “Experience the Most Exciting Water Sports Adventure Cove on Percy Priest Lake.” Its offerings combine high-output Yamaha Waverunners for those seeking speed with quieter paddle options such as kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, and canoes for a more relaxed time on the water. The business operates on a seasonal schedule, with its 2026 season set to begin on May 23.
Services
According to the website, Cap’n Dave’s offers the following rentals:
- Jet skis: high-output Yamaha VX Waverunners, available in 1-hour and 2-hour blocks
- Stand-up paddle boards
- Single kayaks (sit-inside and sit-on-top)
- Double and tandem kayaks
- Canoes, with an island camping option available
Published jet ski rates include “$125 to 1 HOUR (Max TWO Riders)” and “$240 to 2 HOURS (Max TWO Riders),” with a holiday rate of “$135 to 1 HOUR HOLIDAYS & HOLIDAY WEEKENDS.” Paddle board and single kayak rentals range from “$25 to 1 Hour” up to “$80 to 4 Hour” at regular rates, while double kayaks and canoes range from “$35 to 1 Hour” up to “$100 to 4 Hours.” Paddle craft rentals include paddles, life jackets, and instructions.
About
Cap’n Dave’s Water Sports positions itself as an adventure cove on Percy Priest Lake, offering both the “speed and adrenaline” of its Yamaha VX Waverunners and calmer paddle craft for exploring the lake’s scenery. The business operates out of Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort and is geared toward both thrill-seekers and casual recreational visitors. The company is hiring for its 2026 season, advertising openings for Jet Ski Safety Instructors and Cashiers.
Location & Contact
The business is located at 4001 Bell Rd, Hermitage, TN 37076, at Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort on Percy Priest Lake. It can be reached by phone at (615) 504-5352 or by email at [email protected]. For the regular 2026 season, hours run Monday through Saturday from 10am to 6pm and Sunday from 12pm to 6pm. The last jet skis leave the dock at 5pm, with jet ski check-in by 4:30pm.
Additional Information
Renters must be 21 or older to rent and 18 or older to operate a jet ski, and a physical, valid driver’s license is required. A $500 damage deposit is required by debit or credit card for jet skis. Combined rider weight on a jet ski must not exceed 500 lbs (2 riders maximum). Customers are asked to arrive 30 minutes prior to their reservation. A 24-hour cancellation policy applies, with no refunds within 24 hours of a reservation unless due to inclement weather.
Profile compiled from the company’s official website (capndaveswatersports.com).