The best river, stream, or creek campgrounds near Memphis, Tennessee

Riverside camping near Memphis gets you close to the water and out under the open sky. With over 80 river-focused campsites around the area, you’ll find spots where you can cast a line, take a swim, or just listen to the current as you drift off to sleep. Most sites keep things practical—expect toilets, pet-friendly rules, and campfires allowed. Nightly rates average $30, but you can snag a site for as low as $15 if you’re watching your budget. Want advice? Check out Home Place P.’s Land (54 reviews); travelers rave about the peaceful setting. ChrisLeigh (23 reviews) is known for easy river access, while Oasis Homestead (1 review) offers a quiet escape. Hiking trails thread through the woods, fishing is solid, and the river’s always there when you need to cool off.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Memphis

Riverside camping near Memphis gets you close to the water and out under the open sky. With over 80 river-focused campsites around the area, you’ll find spots where you can cast a line, take a swim, or just listen to the current as you drift off to sleep. Most sites keep things practical—expect toilets, pet-friendly rules, and campfires allowed. Nightly rates average $30, but you can snag a site for as low as $15 if you’re watching your budget. Want advice? Check out Home Place P.’s Land (54 reviews); travelers rave about the peaceful setting. ChrisLeigh (23 reviews) is known for easy river access, while Oasis Homestead (1 review) offers a quiet escape. Hiking trails thread through the woods, fishing is solid, and the river’s always there when you need to cool off.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Memphis

1. Home Place Pastures

95%

(76)

42mi from Memphis · 66 sites · Tents

Enjoy our beautiful 5th generation farm!

2. 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.

3. Oasis Homestead

100%

(1)

33mi from Memphis · 1 site · Tent, RV

Visit oasishomestead.com or our Facebook page oasishomesteadinc/biz Gain homesteading skills, knowledge and take in the experience during daily life. Feeding livestock, collecting eggs, milking goats, grinding feed, tending crops, bringing in the harvest, puting up stores, grinding flour, making butter, preserving foods, mending/building/cleaning homestead facilities, etc etc.

4. T.O. Fuller State Park

45 sites · Tennessee

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

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Campfires

5. Ozark-St. Francis National Forests

98%

(37)

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

6. Tom Sawyer’s RV Park

11mi from Memphis · 155 sites

Discover the unique charm of Tom Sawyer’s RV Park, where the tranquil flow of the Mississippi River serves as the backdrop for a relaxing getaway. This serene campground offers a peaceful atmosphere, surrounded by well-maintained natural beauty. Guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the sunrise over the river, complemented by the enchanting sight of a full moon rising in the fall. The park features ample trails and diverse wildlife, enhancing the experience of the beautifully mowed fields and spacious, level concrete sites. Conveniently located just a few miles from I-40 and I-55, Tom Sawyer’s is only 10 miles from the vibrant action of Downtown Memphis and 20 miles from the iconic Graceland. Our RV sites are designed for easy access, featuring pull-thrus with 30 or 50 amp power, city water, and city sewer. With over three dozen concrete sites to choose from, you can select a spot in the shade of the woods or right by the river. Our riverfront sections are particularly special, offering large rear picture windows that provide stunning views of the Mississippi. Relax under your awning on the concrete pads while enjoying the soothing sounds of the river. For fishing enthusiasts, Tom Sawyer’s is a paradise, boasting a lake and two ponds stocked with a variety of fish

Public campgrounds near Memphis

T.O. Fuller Campground

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

88%

(5)

Bear Creek Lake Recreation Area

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

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!

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Chaz

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Home Place Pastures

Great place to camp! We will definitely be back!

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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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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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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!

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Juan

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to ChrisLeigh

We really enjoyed our stay. She was very flexible as to where we could set up. My daughter chose to set up by the tire swing. She really enjoyed petting the blue eyed donkeys and the horse. Would definitely recommend and stay again when we’re are in the area. Ms Debbie was very accommodating and made you feel welcomed.

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Maurine

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to ChrisLeigh

I needed a spot to stay the night when I was passing through town, and this spot was perfect. Beautiful property and friendly hosts! There is a nice bathroom with a shower available for campers. There is a table at the campsite, twinkling lights, and power hookup. Everything was very clean and neat. Had a lovely, relaxing time staying by the water and watching the fireflies come out at dusk. I highly recommend this spot.

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Mindy

July 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to ChrisLeigh

What a gem! Debbie's property is peaceful and simply beautiful. The grounds are very well maintained, have mature shade trees, rolling hills along with flat areas for tent camping. Lights are up illuminating the picnic table and grill area. The view of the pond and the covered bridge add charm to the equation. The bathroom and shower were such an added bonus. Debbie is very friendly and welcoming. In fact, she had homemade designer Fourth of July cookies, which she kindly shared.

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Robin

June 2025

Tent

1 night at ChrisLeigh

Debbie’s property was truly lovely .. I can definitely recommend it and we’ll surely return there again. I camped overnight following a long drive from New Orleans .. It’s hard to describe the feeling I felt pulling into the property. Pure calm and relief and gratitude to have found such a beautiful place and a person willing to share it.

Set-up by the tire swing across from main house

Monique

June 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to ChrisLeigh

Beautiful property! Tent camp setup with lights tables and BBQ by the pond, but we were encouraged to pick any spot. Garbage can and table were dropped off where we set up. Life jackets were provided and our kiddos had a great time on the pond in the paddle boat. Bathroom w/shower in barn were clean and well appointed. Pancake breakfast was a super nice added bonus. If we find ourselves in the area again we’ll be stopping by!

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Tom

June 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at ChrisLeigh

We enjoyed camping on Debbies land! She was very nice and helped us out so much. We are very grateful! Thank you so much Debbie!