Memphis East Campground

Memphis campers will be near some beautiful parks, and one located just outside the city is Chickasaw State Park. This 1,400-acre park consists mainly of woodlands around Lake Placid. This park is ideal for a relaxing day out, with several miles of hiking trails that lead around the lake and through the woods. Many of these trails are suitable for biking and horseback riding. During your hike, keep a lookout for local birds, with over 100 different species spotted in the area. The 54-acre Lake Placid is excellent for watersports, such as paddling and fishing. Anglers will love this lake due to the abundance of fish, and common catches include bream, catfish, and bass. It's well worth visiting one of the state parks along the sublime Mississippi River, and one of the closest to the campground is the Meeham-Shelby Forest State Park. This 12,000-acre park features miles of lush forests and cypress swamps along the edge of the Mississippi River. The park provides access to the river, which is superb for canoeing, kayaking, and boating. There's a boat launch and a store where you can rent kayaks and canoes, in case you didn't bring your own. Fishing is another favorite pastime with catches that include bluegill, bass, and catfish. If you'd prefer to explore the riverside woodlands, there are over 20 miles of trails that run along the river and through the park's forest. While exploring Memphis, you may be looking for a way to escape the bustling streets for an hour or two. T. O. Fuller State Park provides the perfect respite for those exploring the city, as it is located just south of the city center. This 1,100-acre park is remarkably diverse, consists of woodlands, rocky cliffs, wetlands, and more. The park is ideal for hikers, with an eight-mile-long loop trail that circles the park. This diverse habitat is perfect for birds, and many intriguing species have been spotted around the park.