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ScoutTom Sawyer's RV Park
Great views
So far so good, great views of the Mississippi River and the freight boats coming in. Wished they would add a dog park !
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EZ Daze RV Park provides concrete pads and full hookups for campers traveling with dogs across eight pet-friendly campgrounds near Olive Branch. The 15-minute drive from Interstate 40 places visitors close to Memphis attractions while maintaining a secure environment for pets. Guests appreciate the park's immaculate grounds, with clean facilities and a dedicated dog park where pets can exercise off-leash. Southaven RV Park, while more restrictive in accommodations, maintains a strict RV-only policy but welcomes responsible pet owners at their spaces near the Mississippi-Tennessee state line.
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Memphis offers the most comprehensive pet amenities with multiple dog runs throughout their expansive property. The park maintains a tidy landscape despite highway proximity, with several playgrounds and recreation areas where leashed pets can accompany families. Most campgrounds in the area have standard pet policies requiring leashes, waste cleanup, and supervision. The large dog park at EZ Daze provides ample room for pets to run while Jellystone's family-friendly atmosphere accommodates both children and dogs with designated pet areas. Visitors often use these campgrounds as bases for exploring Memphis attractions, with most sites providing convenient access to veterinary services and pet supply stores in Southaven and Horn Lake.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Olive Branch (45)
1. Tom Sawyer's RV Park
"So far so good, great views of the Mississippi River and the freight boats coming in. Wished they would add a dog park !"
"We had a nice view of the Mississippi River even though we were in the second row. Pet friendly!"
2. EZ Daze RV Park
"Huge dog park and close to any type of store you might need. Clean facilities and very nice staff."
"One exit north has everything you need; food, Aldi's, Walmart. The Dog Run is a huge area."
3. Graceland RV Park & Campground
"Nice campground next to Graceland. Clean park. Open area for dogs to walk."
"We showed up after hours and the security guard was able to help us get situated. We walked right over for a tour of Graceland and the Elvis museums."
4. T.O. Fuller State Park Campground
"Dogs loved their late night and early morning walks."
"Cicadas will drive you mad (even with earplugs I struggled to sleep but can't do anything about them..just fyi)."
5. Hernando Point
"The COE has been working on upgrading different sections of the campground at this location! It's nice to see places put money back into their campgrounds!"
"Some are in a good spot on the camp side of the trailer, but a few are on the complete wrong side of the camper. Recently updated to full hookup sites for all sites."
from $30 / night
Check Availability6. Sun Retreats Horn Lake
"This is a huge campground and the price for a spot was at least double what we would pay elsewhere (nearly $100)."
"Airplanes every few hours, traffic from a nearby highway. Site 44 happens to be the only one without a tree for shade though, so unless you like hot sun- book another one."
7. Agricenter RV Park
"This park is in a part of Shelby Farms Park which is a 4,500 acres of lakes, bike and running trails, playgrounds and so much more. The park also has plenty of events to keep you entertained."
8. Southaven RV Park
"Located right off 55 at the first exit as you get into Mississippi. It’s 15-20 minutes from everything you want to do in the Memphis area like downtown or midtown."
9. Agricenter International RV Park
"Full hookups and convenient location. We have stayed there several times."
10. Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park
"Took our brand new RV here for its shakedown trip the very day I picked up as it is so close to home. Was pleasantly surprised by the overall atmosphere of the campground."
"The campground is generally more expensive than the other surrounding camping spots in the area. However, the camp is very nice."
from $28 - $27 / night
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Drive Time
- 22 min from Memphis, TN
- 1 hr 16 min from Jonesboro, AR
- 1 hr 18 min from Jackson, TN
- 2 hrs 15 min from Florence, AL
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Bill B.
LegendEZ Daze RV Park
Very nice Big Rig Friendly
This park is all concrete with level sites. Huge dog park and close to any type of store you might need. Clean facilities and very nice staff.
Kari K.
TravelerMemphis KOA
Very welcoming !!
It’s incredibly easy to find right off 55. Easy exit I called reservations were easy to make and when I got there everything was set. I extended my stay and that was incredibly smooth. Very impressed they have breakfast and dinner + they deliver right to ur site! My dog LOVES the dog park ~ the swimming pool looks nice and showers bathrooms are some of the best I’ve seen since Michigan Highly recommend!
Melisa J.
GuideMemphis KOA
West Memphis KOA
Small but clean. Very friendly staff. There are plenty of trees for shade. Nice pool, bathrooms and rec room. The laundry room is large and air conditioned. There is a dog park, horseshoes and cornhole. They offer daily breakfast and lunch and will deliver site made pizza to your camper. They also have a community garden.Very close to Memphis. The only downside is it has quite a bit of road traffic noise and a strange side road entrance.1
- CCarolGuide
Memphis KOA
Just OK
Ok for a night. Easy 15 min drive to downtown Memphis for sightseeing. In a low lying area and it had rained earlier in the week. Campground very wet. Lots of puddles and muck. Should have used the gravel pile at the back of the campground to fill in potholes. Bathhouse clean but in a slight state of disrepair like loose toilets. Amenities included pool, playground, store, cafe, dog park, horseshoes, beanbag, ladder ball, bikes. Staff very nice.
- HHeather T.Traveler
Tom Sawyer's RV Park
Great spot
We stopped for one night and it was a great stay. Super clean and easy concrete pull through spot. We had a nice view of the Mississippi River even though we were in the second row. Pet friendly!
Shana D.LegendOak Grove (MS) — Sardis Lake
Nice COE Campground
Mississippi does a great job of maintaining their COE campgrounds. Nice, spacious spots underneath large Pine trees. Water views and access to the Lower Lake. There is a popular swim beach, boat launch and boat dock. The spillway is also close by for fishing. Do not get this park confused with the John Kyle State Park Campground that is directly next to this one. This park is much nicer!
- CChristineGuide
Wall Doxey State Park Campground
Abounds in charm and hospitality
My stay won't likely be like yours. First, I drove in while Mississippi was under a blanket of snow. All the roads in Holly Springs and the rest of the state were treacherous with packed snow and ice following a week of unseasonably frigid weather across the southern midwest.
That said, the 2 rangers working at Wall Doxey went out of their way to set me up with a parking place in the practically empty campground, putting me in the youth camp, finding me an extension cord to hook up to power and allowing me access to the group camp for a bathroom and shower.
This was necessary because many areas were either in the middle of renovation, inaccessible or out of service due to frozen pipes. To say these ladies went out of their way to get me situated is an understatement. They were heroines!
The camp has loads of retro charm. A big mid-century lodge, picnic area, swimming lake, frisbee golf and a 2 mile hiking trail around the lake. I enjoyed a walk thru the snow and the comfort of having a safe and caring place to stay during my trip through Mississippi.
I suspect it will be the same for you even if your visit is under far different circumstances.
- Michael W.Guide
Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park
Decent older campground
Took our brand new RV here for its shakedown trip the very day I picked up as it is so close to home. Was pleasantly surprised by the overall atmosphere of the campground. The entire place is completely shaded, as it seems they too the effort to not cut down many trees when putting the sites in. There is a playground for the kids. Bath houses are passable but need to be remodeled badly.
Sites are all over the place on size, so pay attention to site length on the website as you are booking if you are an RV camper. Tent campers will be happy with almost any site in the place. Another thing to prepare for is picnic are location on your site. While a lot of COE and private campgrounds tend to have the picnic are directly beside the parking spot for RV’s, only a few seem set up this way at Meeman-Shelby. Many sites have their picnic area and fire ring directly behind or even on the off-side of any RV that would use the site. I wish they would post pictures of the site for those wishing to book.
Outside of the campground is a great state park for those looking for a good hike. Tons of good trails. There is also a bike trail with another really nice playground at its trail head. Even if all you want is a scenic drive, there are some pretty good ones inside the park, and just along the parks northern edge is a road that will take you all the way down to the banks of the Mississippi River.
One more thing to prepare for is mosquitoes. This campground is immediately adjacent to low wetlands along the River. This means that mosquitoes are terrible in the summer around dusk. Some bug spray, citronella, and a campfire seemed to ward them off.
Guide to Olive Branch
Tom Sawyer's RV Park provides riverfront sites that put campers right on the Mississippi River in West Memphis, approximately 19 miles from Olive Branch. Situated in the Delta region where the average elevation is about 300 feet, the area's humid subtropical climate brings hot summers and mild winters. Most campgrounds maintain year-round operations despite occasional Mississippi River flooding that can affect low-lying sites.
What to do
Watch river traffic: From Tom Sawyer's RV Park, campers can observe commercial vessels navigating the Mississippi. "Tugboats pushed barges against the current at a slower than walking pace. Trees with root balls intact floated downstream," notes Greg S. in his review of the riverside experience.
Visit historical attractions: The campgrounds serve as convenient bases for Memphis excursions. "The RV park is in a part of Shelby Farms Park which is a 4,500 acres of lakes, bike and running trails, playgrounds and so much more," explains Melisa J. about Agricenter RV Park, which puts visitors within 20 minutes of downtown Memphis attractions.
Explore nature trails: State parks in the area offer hiking opportunities with varying difficulty levels. Richard mentions that Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park "has tons of trees. Every site feels like it was cut right out of the trees," making it ideal for those seeking a more natural setting amid the urban-adjacent campgrounds.
What campers like
Concrete pad quality: Many reviewers appreciate the level pads at EZ Daze RV Park. "Level, nice concrete pads. Good hookups. Workers all very pleasant," writes deb K., highlighting the stability these pads provide for larger RVs and fifth wheels.
Security features: Campers value the safety measures at several campgrounds. "24/7 security. Staff onsite in office from 9 am to 4 pm," notes Renee H. about Graceland RV Park & Campground, which maintains controlled access through security checkpoints.
Riverside views: The Mississippi River views receive consistent praise from Tom Sawyer's visitors. "Nice size spaces with square table and benches, concrete pad, grass area view of the River (#91), across from bathhouse and laundry on the end of the row," shares Sue S., detailing the riverside site amenities.
What you should know
Site variations: Campgrounds near Olive Branch differ significantly in site spacing and quality. At Hernando Point, Jason G. reports "The sites were easy to get into and the campground was quiet and the setting is really beautiful," contrasting with the closer quarters at other parks.
Seasonal challenges: Summer brings intense mosquito activity at some locations. Ryan S. warns about Meeman-Shelby: "If you go after the weather warms up, be forewarned that the mosquitos will eat you alive. We mostly camp at Meeman-Shelby in the fall/winter. We do not camp Spring/Summer."
Noise considerations: Urban proximity means some noise intrusion. One reviewer cautions about Southaven RV Park: "Incoming flights to Memphis start flying overhead at 4:15 am. They take a direct path over top of this park," indicating noise-sensitive campers should consider site location carefully.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Memphis offers extensive recreation options. Amy L. shares, "There were several playgrounds my son enjoyed & we had a blast doing the scavenger hunt. We were too early in the season for the blow-up slides but we definitely plan on coming back to enjoy those."
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature updated play equipment. "Areas are very clean kid friendly playgrounds. Each space was far enough but not but also in proximity to each other for those who afraid to camp out somewhere totally alone," reports Nicole about her first-time camping experience at Meeman-Shelby.
Special transportation: Some restaurants offer unique travel experiences for families. Emily B. mentions, "There is a great BBQ joint up the road, Marlowe's, that'll chauffeur you to and from the campground in a pink, pig limo. They have huge portions and great food."
Tips from RVers
Long-term stay options: For extended stays, several dog friendly campgrounds near Olive Branch provide monthly rates. "The park is nice and clean. Really quiet the night we stayed. But don't expect much Info or help if checking in after hours," advises Mark O. about EZ Daze, noting that reservation clarity is important.
Site selection strategy: Backing into sites requires planning at some locations. Andrew from Agricenter International warns, "We watched an super long RV struggle to back into their site, so I wouldn't recommend this campground to RVs that require pull through sites."
Utility management: Power quality can vary at campgrounds in the area. One Agricenter International reviewer notes, "They are working on adding gravel to the spaces, right now though when it rains you are in a swamp. The spaces are also very close together."
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