Lake Camping Near Memphis, Tennessee, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2026

Looking to go camping near Memphis, Tennessee and enjoy a beautiful lake? Hipcamp has over 100 options for you to choose from! Whether you prefer pitching a tent or parking your RV, there's something for everyone. With an average price per night of $30 and options as low as $20, camping has never been more affordable. Check out top campsites like Home Place P.’s Land (36 reviews), Getaway Camp & Retreat (30 reviews), and Moon Lake Farm (17 reviews) for some great options. And don't worry, popular amenities like toilets, trash, and pet-friendly spaces are available. Plus, you can enjoy activities like fishing, off-roading (OHV), and horseback riding. So pack your gear and get ready to experience the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Memphis

Looking to go camping near Memphis, Tennessee and enjoy a beautiful lake? Hipcamp has over 100 options for you to choose from! Whether you prefer pitching a tent or parking your RV, there's something for everyone. With an average price per night of $30 and options as low as $20, camping has never been more affordable. Check out top campsites like Home Place P.’s Land (36 reviews), Getaway Camp & Retreat (30 reviews), and Moon Lake Farm (17 reviews) for some great options. And don't worry, popular amenities like toilets, trash, and pet-friendly spaces are available. Plus, you can enjoy activities like fishing, off-roading (OHV), and horseback riding. So pack your gear and get ready to experience the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Memphis

1. ChrisLeigh

100%

(47)

17mi from Memphis · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

Learn more about this land: Enjoy the great outdoors and come camping with us. Just outside of Memphis and above all, a very safe place to camp. Just a mile or so off of I-40. Multiple tent sites to choose from. Have occasionally even allowed campers to set up in the barn due to bad weather! Could also accommodate a large group of campers. Catch and release fishing available. 15 acres of manicured grounds. Meals cooked for you can be arranged-extra fee. Bathroom/shower available.

2. Home Place Pastures

95%

(76)

42mi from Memphis · 66 sites · Tents

Enjoy our beautiful 5th generation farm!

3. Serendipity Resort

91%

(16)

50mi from Memphis · 42 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Serendipity offers furnished Yurts for glamping, A-Frame Cabins, RV sites with full hook-ups and Tent sites. We are open year round. We have lots of activities that are included with your accommodation. Activities are all outdoors and filled with memory making potential. Swimming pools, fishing, trails, 18 hole disc golf course, kayaking, paddle boards, paddle boats all fall under the included activities for those adventure seekers! Please see our “Serendipity Resort” Tab for more information. Amenities & Activities Amenities: Spacious Bathhouses WIFI available in the camp store Picnic tables and firepit at each site Camp store Pavilion at Waterpark Clean restrooms Serendipity Bar & Grill Firewood for purchase (no outside firewood allowed) Golf Cart rental – contact your camp host for pricing and details Activities: All included in yurt/campsite/cabin rentals- 4 person max. occupancy 18-hole Disc Golf Course Multiple playgrounds Fishing (catch and release) Walking and biking trails Outdoor Seasonal Swimming Pool Kayaking, Paddle Boat & Paddle Board Horseshoes Water Park (open Memorial Day to Labor Day) – $20 per person per day

4. T.O. Fuller State Park

45 sites · Tennessee

Discover the natural charm of T.O. Fuller State Park.

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Campfires

5. Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park

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55 sites · Tennessee

Discover Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park's natural beauty and outdoor fun.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

6. Arkabutla Lake

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223 sites · Coldwater, Mississippi

Discover the serene beauty and outdoor adventures at Arkabutla Lake.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

7. Fort Pillow State Park

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32 sites · Garland, Tennessee

Discover Fort Pillow State Park's rich history and scenic trails.

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

8. Wall Doxey State Park

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89 sites · Holly Springs, Mississippi

If you’re looking to spend some time in the great outdoors in “Old Miss,” Wall Doxey State Park offers a plethora of recreation opportunities. Break in your boots on the many recreation trails, show your stuff with some disc golf, or rent a boat and do some fishing! At night, cozy around the campfire in one of the park’s many choice campsites, and cook up a southern style barbecue. You’ll be howling at the moon in no time!

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Toilets

Campfires

9. Mississippi River State Park

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31 sites · Marianna, Arkansas

Discover the natural splendor of Mississippi River State Park.

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Toilets

Campfires

10. Ozark-St. Francis National Forests

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312 sites · Farmington, Arkansas

Two distinct forests rolled into one package! That means twice the amount of outdoorsy goodness to explore. The Ozark National Forest covers most of the Ozark Mountains, including the highest peak in the state. It’s awesome here when the dogwood and redbuds bloom in the spring, and when the leaves change color in the fall. The St. Francis National Forest is more diverse, with the St. Francis and Mississippi Rivers running through it, as well as lakes, valleys, and tons of wildlife. It’s the only place in the national forest system where you can access the Mississippi River from the shore, so that right there is a must do! The whole expanse of land is filled with multi-use trails, hundreds of campsites, spots for swimming, fishing, and boating, and even some amazing caves to explore. Mother Nature crushing it as usual.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

11. John W. Kyle State Park

224 sites · Sardis, Mississippi

Come for the convenience, stay for the lakes. Just one hour from Memphis and 25 miles from the historic Old Miss campus, John W. Kyle State Park makes for a great pitstop along the way to Graceland or Oxford, MS for alumni weekend. Gather all your old college buddies for a spin around the Sardis Reservoir, and catch stunning waterfront views of the surrounding forests. John W. Kyle State Park is also a family affair and by that we seriously mean invite the whole fam! The 96-person ballroom located at the visitors center is just enough room for a family-friendly game of musical chairs and the Mallard Point Golf Course will keep the all the uncles safely entertained. Don’t forget to rent a cabin for Grandma and Grandpa–who else will teach all the kids how to properly fish for catfish and crappie?

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Toilets

Campfires

12. Lake Poinsett State Park

29 sites · Harrisburg, Arkansas

Discover serene waters and vibrant fall foliage at Lake Poinsett State Park.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Public campgrounds near Memphis

T.O. Fuller Campground

8.5mi from Memphis · 45 sites · Tents, RVs · in T.O. Fuller State Park

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Meeman-Shelby Forest Campground

17mi from Memphis · 55 sites · Tents, RVs · in Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park

Dub Patton Recreation Area and Campground

24mi from Memphis · 59 sites · Tents, RVs · in Arkabutla Lake

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Hernando Point Campground

26mi from Memphis · 83 sites · Tents, RVs · in Arkabutla Lake

South Abutment Recreation Area and Campground

26mi from Memphis · 81 sites · Tents, RVs · in Arkabutla Lake

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Fort Pillow Campground

37mi from Memphis · 32 sites · Tents, RVs · in Fort Pillow State Park

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Wall Doxey Campground

42mi from Memphis · 89 sites · Tents, RVs · in Wall Doxey State Park

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Lone Pine Campground

49mi from Memphis · 14 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mississippi River State Park

88%

(5)

Bear Creek Lake Recreation Area

49mi from Memphis · 31 sites · Tents, RVs · in Ozark-St. Francis National Forests

Beech Point Campground

49mi from Memphis · 17 sites · Tents, RVs · in Mississippi River State Park

John W. Kyle Campground

50mi from Memphis · 224 sites · Tents, RVs · in John W. Kyle State Park

Lake Poinsett Campground

50mi from Memphis · 29 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Poinsett State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Justin

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Home Place Pastures

We spent the weekend tent camping at Home Place Pastures. It was a great site, with great people, and even some great food at the farm store on site! We found a lot of eating options in the town of Como, also. It is also located within driving distance of Memphis. Will definitely have a return trip here

J

November 2025

Tent

1 night at ChrisLeigh

I was in for a very brief stay and didn't get to explore much. The land was clean and safe and Debbie was very friendly.

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Shelia

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to ChrisLeigh

Beautiful property! The fall foliage was amazing, it was a relaxing weekend and I highly recommend ChrisLeigh Farms. We enjoyed the farm animals, the host was phenomenal and I even got a quick cookie decorating lesson. I hope to visit this property again soon.

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Chaz

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Home Place Pastures

This place is fantastic. We have been twice, and will be back again!

C

Chaz

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Home Place Pastures

Great place to camp! We will definitely be back!

Nathan

October 2025

1 night at Serendipity Resort

We felt we were at a special place as soon as we entered the property. The property was so well kept and nice. We loved our stay in our Yurt. Clean and the beds were extra comfy. Will definitely return and highly recommend. Memories made. Thank you.

T

Tejas

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Serendipity Resort

The resort is beautifully maintained. All the amenities are as described. Loved our stay and had a great time.

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Madelyn

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Home Place Pastures

It was a very nice and quiet property to stay on! The lake was very pretty, especially at sunrise and sunset.

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Charles

October 2025

18 ft campervan

1 night at ChrisLeigh

Easy access off the interstate to a bucolic, well-kept and lovingly arranged campsite. The pond and covered bridge add a quaint charm to the site. Access to a bathroom with a hot shower was a bonus!

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Dmytro

October 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at ChrisLeigh

Amazing and gorgeous place. Host was very friendly and welcoming

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Scott

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to ChrisLeigh

I can’t say enough positive about Debbie and her place. Amazing location, amazing host, and the perfect camping experience whether local like us and just looking for a perfect night under the stars or in the area for whatever reason. And, don’t skip the pond for fishing.

Charniece

August 2025

Tent

2 nights at ChrisLeigh

Beautiful property and very welcoming hosts. They provided electricity and even a charcoal grill with supplies. Ground was level and I was able to keep my car near my setup. Although I was set up in a semi open area, I felt like I had some privacy. Overall, great time and looking forward to coming back sometime soon!

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Caitlin

August 2025

17 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to ChrisLeigh

If you're considering staying here I would say do it, without a doubt. Debbie is the kindest, most accommodating host, the farm is pristine, private, safe and beautiful and it's a close enough drive for a trip into Memphis to look around. There is a full shower and bathroom and the campsite itself is stunning. My five year old was sad to leave this place. Debbie has thought of every detail and it shows. We wish we could've stayed longer and if we're ever passing through Memphis again we'll definitely be back. Thank you for everything Debbie it was so nice to feel right at home while on the road.

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Matt

August 2025

25 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Serendipity Resort

Very nice camp site. Friendly people at the office. Brownsville is a neat town.

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Chris

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Serendipity Resort

It was quite and peaceful. There was something to do for everyone who loves being outside.

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Tori

July 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at ChrisLeigh

sweet little place; lovely setting; easy in and out; nice amenities

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Vanessa

July 2025

35 ft Class B

With kids

1 night at Serendipity Resort

Easy to get to! Lots of fun things to do. A hidden gem and can’t wait to be back!

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Lindsay

July 2025

28 ft travel trailer

With pets

1 night at Serendipity Resort

Clean, beautiful, and peaceful. Loads of things to do within the resort for all ages.

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Emily

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to ChrisLeigh

This spot is quickly becoming our favorite weekend place!

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Pamela

July 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to ChrisLeigh

Beautiful area! Don't forget the bug spray! Very accommodating and awesome host! My dogs loved her! I was testing my camping skills with 2 large dogs and didn't want to be around a lot of people doing so lol. Plenty of trees for leads and hammocks! Great little spot!