Hidden in an Antioch neighborhood on the south side of Percy Priest Lake is the entrance to a water wonderland. It costs a mere $5 per car to access the shore, which has plenty of picnic tables and grills on a shady hill. The beach area is narrow but long, with ropes to mark swimming areas for adventurous kiddos. Enjoy the open air and the picturesque waters of Percy Priest; build a sandcastle. It’s much cheaper than a trip to the Gulf. ELIZABETH JONES

