Meeman-Shelby Forest Camping
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Road Closed Due to Erosion

Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park

Due to erosion issues, One Way Road, past the campground at Meeman-Shelby, is closed. Please don't try to access these areas for your safety.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have any questions about your upcoming reservation, please call 1 (888) 867-2757.

  • Serene lake scene with a clear reflection of lush, green trees under a bright blue sky, framed by overhanging branches. Peaceful and natural setting.
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    1-888-867-2757
    1-888-TN-PARKS

    Visitor Center

    1-901-876-5215
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    Meeman-Shelby Forest Map (7.19 MB)
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    Camping at Meeman-Shelby

    Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park is located along the Mississippi River, less than 20 miles north of Memphis, with portions of the park situated atop the Chickasaw Bluffs. The park features a diverse landscape of hardwood forest, wetlands, and lakes, offering opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding, paddling, and wildlife viewing. 

    The campground offers spacious sites for tents and RVs. All sites have water and electric, and some also offer sewer hookups. 

    • Picnic table on a concrete pad in a forest with autumn foliage.
    • Autumn forest path with colorful leaves and sunlight filtering through trees.
    • Concrete pad surrounded by autumn trees in a park setting.
    • Campsite surrounded by autumn forest trees.
    • Forest road with scattered autumn leaves and tall, bare trees against blue sky.
    • Concrete pad in a forest clearing surrounded by autumn trees.
    • Empty concrete campsite surrounded by autumn trees.
    • A serene picnic area features an empty wooden table, a metal grill, and lush green trees. Nearby, a calm lake creates a peaceful atmosphere.

    Main Campground

    Tent & RV

    The park campground has campsites for RV and tent camping, each equipped with a table, grill, electrical and water hookups. Several campsites also feature sewer hookups, but for sites without the hookup, a dump station is available. Centrally located near the campground, visitors can enjoy a playground with a three-level tower for kids to explore, a community fire pit and pavilion, and multiple bathhouses.

     

    Three primitive group campsites are available at Meeman-Shelby Forest. These sites feature a fire ring and a large, grassy area for tent camping. 

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    All rates subject to change. Taxes and fees are added upon reservation.

    Accessibility at Meeman-Shelby Forest

    Wheelchair-accessible campsites are available at Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park. Visit the park’s accessibility page to see detailed accessibility information.

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    Firewood Policy 

    Tennessee State Parks asks that ALL campfires be made with heat-treated wood or downed wood collected inside the park, near the campsite. Please refrain from bringing untreated wood into the park.  

    • Protect TN Forests 

      To learn more about the pests that threaten Tennessee and what you can do to help prevent the introduction and spread of invasive pests click the link below.

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    • Don’t Move Firewood 

      To learn more about Don’t Move Firewood click the link below.

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    • Find Firewood Vendors 

      Firewood is available on-site or locally.

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    Visitor Center Gift Shop

    The Visitor Center Gift Shop is the perfect place to pick up a map, learn about the park, or find a souvenir. You’ll find an assortment of apparel and keepsakes to remember your trip to the park.

    Address:
    910 Riddick Road, Millington TN, 38053

    Hours: 
    Monday - Friday
    7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    Saturday and Sunday
    7:00 AM - 6:00 PM 

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