Camp Grounds in Arlington, TN

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  • Jordan B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Tom Sawyer's RV Park
    Dec. 12, 2024

    Tom Sawyer's RV Park

    offers a unique camping experience

    Tom Sawyer's RV Park offers a unique camping experience on the Mississippi River with a mix of pros and cons suika game. Visitors praise the beautiful river views, spacious sites, and pet-friendly policies, as well as convenient amenities like free laundry facilities. However, recurring issues include basic or outdated bathroom facilities, limited tent camping options, and inconsistent site maintenance. Overall, it's a great choice for short stays, particularly for those with RVs, looking to enjoy scenic riverfront views and the charm of tugboat traffic.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Serendipity Resort
    Nov. 29, 2024

    Serendipity Resort

    different, in a good way

    I enjoyed my 3 nights. I had a great view of a pond and a row of A-frames but the sites on my passenger (viewing) side were not occupied or I would have been billboarded. The  sites are very close together but the season is apparently over. Very little traffic even on thanksgiving. The roads are narrow and the trees get close. Th signage could be better but the host left me a text when I arrived and found me while I was waiting outside the office. Very quiet, no road noise or trains or planes. Just a little longer drive off the main highway

  • Kristy J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tom Sawyer's RV Park
    Nov. 25, 2024

    Tom Sawyer's RV Park

    Amy and her family

    The manager of the park was very friendly and very accommodating. The free laundry facilities were very clean and nice with several machines. We was there from march till November

  • Christopher N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from SK campground
    Oct. 13, 2024

    SK campground

    Nice and Quiet

    This nice little gem was a great find for the wife and I. Pulling in was tight, but anyone worth their salt driving can get in with no problems. Even though we did not get to meet the host, she was available over the phone and never ignored our calls or texts. There is only one camp site, which means you will, more then likely, have the whole place to yourself. If you do not have a camper, the host does provide and tiny home Air B&B as well. And finally, it was just quiet and peaceful. We slept with windows open in our camper with minimal noise. Highly recommend this out of the way spot

  • Bill H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Graceland RV Park & Campground
    Sep. 30, 2024

    Graceland RV Park & Campground

    Once a Nice Property-Not Any More

    In the past year the property management and service has seriously declined. As a result of neglect the initial sites to which the management directed me were not functioning properly. I tried three sites and each either had not electricity or no water. The gravel to and from each site had grown over and the office was non-responsive to my efforts for help. As a result of the poor state of repair, I hit an impediment with my RV sewage connection. The result was at least$500 of damage. Until more attention is paid to the upkeep of this potential good property, I would recommend that you not use this location.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Memphis
    Sep. 22, 2024

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Memphis

    Traveling with kids

    It’s a city RV park, what do we really expect? It’s not camping for sure. Traveling from California with kids who have been at the mercy of cross-country RV parks- this was a reprieve for them, pool, bikes, playgrounds. We’ve paid $100 a night for less. Clean, cute, easy access, not sketchy. Noise, sure, but nothing a fan or AC could drown out. 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.

  • p
    Camper-submitted photo from Hernando Point
    Sep. 9, 2024

    Hernando Point

    Lake?

    The lake is currently drained because they are working on the dam. Made reservations online. Pretty much all the sites I thought would be easy to get into were reserved, so I chose this one. Website said it was good for 53' unit and 2 vehicles. We have a 36' 5th wheel and it was a little difficult to get in. Someone previously knocked down the site number post. I also had a problem with the post for site 31 being in the way. I finally just backed in by driving on the grass. It only fits the 2 vehicles if each one has 2 tires in the grass. It turns out that all of those reserved sites online were empty. There is hardly anyone here. It would have been nice to have one of those angled for better entry. Other than the empty lake and difficult backing in it is a nice park. Standard COE fare.

  • Tucker C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Chewalla Lake Recreation Area
    Aug. 9, 2024

    Chewalla Lake Recreation Area

    Gate locked after hours

    Arrived at the park a little after 11pm and the gate was locked with a sign saying “Closed 10pm-6am.” On the website it said “first come first serve.” Very disappointing, ended up driving another 30 min and booking a hotel.

  • Richard B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Pillow Historic State Park Campground
    Jul. 20, 2024

    Fort Pillow Historic State Park Campground

    Quiet place to relax.

    Wife and I camp here 2 or 3 times a year. We have a popup camper, so we have camped on tent and rv sites. Rangers are top-notch and friendly. Bath houses are clean. They have installed a small playground for smaller children. We camp during the week between holidays, so not many campers there. Very quiet and relaxing. Around October, stink bugs are a big nuisance. The sites are kinda close together. But this is a very nice campground.

  • Crystal K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park
    Jul. 6, 2024

    Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park

    Decent park, poor campground

    Some of the park is beautiful and well-kept. The campground, however, is not. While we appreciated the ample shade during our hot July stay, the sites are quite short and were not mowed when we arrived or any time during our four night stay. The last day we were there, part of the campground was finally being mowed, but they stopped before reaching the two loops off of the main one. One site next to ours had a water leak and large puddle. If you have Verizon, there is zero service for miles, making it difficult to research directions or activities. It might be a nice respite for locals, but it does not make for a good base to use when traveling. The dump station has a fixed nozzle and no threaded connection to utilize for flushing or rinsing your tank. It can only be used to rinse the sewer hose.

  • W
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Pillow Historic State Park Campground
    Jul. 2, 2024

    Fort Pillow Historic State Park Campground

    A relaxing weekend

    Over all it was great. Very quite. There is pretty much no cell service heading up or at the camp. They do offer WiFi. My biggest concern would me that camp site 26 is a little to close for my liking. But if you have like two families that want go together then 26&27 would be a great choice.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from T.O. Fuller State Park Campground
    May. 13, 2024

    T.O. Fuller State Park Campground

    An RV Park in the Gehtto

    I booked online ahead of time as I was traveling across country and needed a place to sleep. It is right next to downtown and a railroad yard. Driving on the roads to the site there were piles of trash and debris that had been dumped as well as abandoned broken down cars. The utility poles had blue flashing police lights with cameras. A very scary part of town. As I drive into the campground, I see the Ranger walking around in full Tactical Gear, carrying a Pistol! I find my site and get out of my car and there is no room for a tent, this is just an RV park. (Site 35) In addition, I was hit by rancid odor of raw sewage(from the Mississippi river?) The Ranger came up to me and ask to see my ID, then told me to have a nice stay, and I told him No Way am I staying here! And he said“I understand.” I got back in my car and just continued to drive. I was still charged for the nights stay.

  • Kathy L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Graceland RV Park & Campground
    Apr. 28, 2024

    Graceland RV Park & Campground

    Served its purpose

    Ok campground that served its purpose. No frills, parking-lot style campground. Neighborhood around the park and Graceland is pretty run down. Worked well for visiting Graceland, which was very interesting and worthwhile. We also visited the Rock & Soul museum and the Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel where Dr King was assassinated. Both were very informative. Beale street was packed with tourists.

  • t
    Camper-submitted photo from Tom Sawyer's RV Park
    Apr. 28, 2024

    Tom Sawyer's RV Park

    Not for tents

    We had originally planned to stop here for a night based on good reviews. But once arriving & doing a quick drive thru changed our minds. Tent camping area is just small grassy area behind laundry house. Had to drive all the way thru to even see the river. We did see a tugboat on our drive thru though. Just seems too run down & not cared for. Now rv spots by the water looked nice- but not a good place for tents.

  • LuAnn R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from EZ Daze RV Park
    Apr. 28, 2024

    EZ Daze RV Park

    Wonderful place to stay!

    Such a gem of a campground - 15 minutes off I-40 East but felt like a safe option a little ways out of the busy downtown Memphis area. From the moment I pulled in I could tell I had made a great choice - super clean showers, bathroom and laundry. The grounds are impeccable and sites and roads are all paved. Site 21 is nice and private at end of a row and is pull thru

  • ron R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from SK campground
    Apr. 25, 2024

    SK campground

    Peacefull out of the way bare bones. full hookups.

    Camping here was very quiet at night.  deer frequent the property.  There is a pump stattion but the noise is just an electrical hum.  At the time I was camping only had one spot for an RV and tiny home for rent.  They were building a second tiny home.  I have a 29 ft travel trailer,  Manuvering to and withtin the property was tight but doable.  There are full hook ups but you need to take your trash.  Very peacfull stay.  Thank you.

  • ron R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pickard's RV Park
    Apr. 24, 2024

    Pickard's RV Park

    Parker's permanently closed

    The number is not working there is no website and Google maps says it's permanently closed

  • Taylor C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park
    Apr. 18, 2024

    Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park

    Loved it here!

    Just so beautiful. Trails were well marked but not for faint of heart. Campsites were pretty close together and bathrooms not too great. Little black bugs swarmed on warm nights right a dusk for an hour. There’s an airport nearby and planes were constantly flying over one of the nights. We were the only tent there. Tent pads aren’t clearly marked but plenty of level ground to set up. Lake was gorgeous too, I was literally the only one out there.

  • Angela C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Memphis
    Apr. 13, 2024

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Memphis

    Clean and well maintained with lots of activities

    This is a huge campground and the price for a spot was at least double what we would pay elsewhere (nearly $100). We weren’t able to get a campground at Tom Sawyer and the reviews were all over the place for the rest of the Memphis campgrounds that we decided to go ahead and splurge on this one.

    This was our first Jellystone and I was shocked at how many campers the campground accommodated - there are RVs everywhere. Most of the amenities and services are located at the front of the campground and includes a store and propane, playground, dog run, pool, showers and laundry, gold mining station, and sports courts (basketball, Gaga ball, and basketball). Further back in the campground, was another playground and dog run and a really cute little lake.

    We were staying off-season so there was no activities and they actually deflated the jumping pad, but my kids still had fun and I could see this campground either being a blast in the summer or being a nightmare because of too many people. While we were there, I saw almost no children and several of the camper sites looked like the guests were staying long-term. For a campground that is marketed towards families, the demographics were a bit strange.

    That said, it was super clean, well-organized, the landscaping and sites were maintained, everyone was friendly. We got two loads of wash done and my husband said the showers looked good. There were some restaurants and a Walgreen that looked like they delivered to the campground. WiFi worked and they had cable tv.

    We reserved a basic site, but for more money you could get a site with Adirondack patio furniture and there were plenty of cabins as well. We reserved same day online and they have a system for late check-ins.

    I’m definitely giving Jellystone another go - but next time during the summer. I’m not sure whether this campground is a good base for exploring Memphis - I think if you had a car it would probably be fine as it’s only 20 minutes or so.

  • @HomegrownRV 😎.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Memphis KOA
    Mar. 26, 2024

    Memphis KOA

    No heads up about having no power

    They knew they had no power and didn’t give us a heads up before showing up. We paid for FHU which means full hook up. No refund and no options to help us. They just told us to deal with it.

  • Larry R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from T.O. Fuller State Park Campground
    Mar. 24, 2024

    T.O. Fuller State Park Campground

    Small camp with great shower

    Camp is surrounded by industrial area. Play road entrance closed making for a high stress night entry from Memphis. Use W UseMitchell St entrance. If seeing Graceland is on ur list, better to call at Graceland.

  • Shay A.
    Camper-submitted photo from SK campground
    Mar. 23, 2024

    SK campground

    Quiet, clean 👌 in a cul-de-sac

    It has a pond in the rear with fishing allowed. 🦌 🦌 deer come out in the evening. Can see the stars 🌟 at 🌙 night.

  • Renee H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Graceland RV Park & Campground
    Mar. 15, 2024

    Graceland RV Park & Campground

    Decent campground just a short walk to Graceland

    Best thing about campground is how close it is to Graceland. 24/7 security. Staff onsite in office from 9 am to 4 pm. Checkin and checkout time is 11 am. Sites are gravel. Campground can accommodate all sizes of rvs. Dogs welcome. Bathrooms are clean and functional, just need a bit of cosmetic updating (peeling paint, missing tiles). Laundry on site. Area on north side of campground for tents and small rvs with electric and water only. All other sites have full hookups which include sewer. No dump station on site. Must call to make reservations, no online option. Good Sam affiliate.


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Guide to Arlington

Camping near Arlington, Tennessee, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds nearby that cater to different needs.

What to do:

  • Explore the outdoors: Many campers enjoy hiking and fishing in the area. For instance, at Village Creek State Park Campground, one visitor mentioned, "There are tons of trails, nice and flexible staff, and very affordable." This park is perfect for those who love nature.
  • Enjoy the water: If you're into water activities, Hernando Point offers great views of the lake. A reviewer said, "We had a site right on the lake, with plenty of shade and full hookups. Beautiful scenery and quiet."
  • Visit historical sites: Check out Fort Pillow Historic State Park Campground for a mix of history and nature. One camper noted, "The museum has a ton of good Civil War info. That was the best part of the park."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Tom Sawyer's RV Park mentioned, "The bathrooms were pretty run down, but the views alone made it worth it."
  • Friendly staff: Many campers rave about the helpfulness of the staff. At Village Creek State Park Campground, a reviewer said, "Super friendly staff. I would stay here again in a heartbeat."
  • Scenic views: Campers love the picturesque landscapes. One reviewer at Hernando Point shared, "We really enjoyed our stay here. We had a great view of the lake from our site."

What you should know:

  • Reservations: Some campgrounds require reservations in advance. A camper at Graceland RV Park & Campground noted, "Must call to make reservations, no online option."
  • Limited cell service: Be prepared for spotty cell reception in some areas. A visitor at Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park mentioned, "If you have Verizon, there is zero service for miles."
  • Mosquitoes: Bring bug spray, especially during warmer months. A camper at Village Creek State Park Campground warned, "Mosquitoes get bad at night and ticks were pretty active."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Kid-friendly activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds or swimming areas. At Wall Doxey State Park Campground, a reviewer said, "There are bathhouses that have washers and dryers available, so bring your quarters and laundry soap."
  • Plan for downtime: Bring games and bikes to keep kids entertained. A visitor at Hernando Point suggested, "If you have kids, you may want to bring bikes, games, and other things to do."
  • Choose quieter sites: Look for spots away from busy areas for a more peaceful experience. A camper at Fort Pillow Historic State Park Campground noted, "Very quiet and relaxing."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site before booking. A reviewer at T.O. Fuller State Park Campground mentioned, "The campground is adjacent to the Chuckalisa archeological burial mounds that offers tours."
  • Full hookups: Look for campgrounds with full hookups for convenience. A visitor at EZ Daze RV Park said, "Very clean bathrooms and showers. They have two regular shower stalls which are extremely shallow."
  • Be cautious of surroundings: Some campgrounds are in less desirable areas. A camper at Graceland RV Park & Campground noted, "The neighborhood around the park and Graceland is pretty run down."

Camping around Arlington, TN, has something for everyone, whether you're in an RV or tent camping. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Arlington, TN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Arlington, TN offers a wide range of camping options, with 46 campgrounds and RV parks near Arlington, TN and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Arlington, TN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Arlington, TN is Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park with a 4-star rating from 41 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Arlington, TN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Arlington, TN.

  • What parks are near Arlington, TN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 parks near Arlington, TN that allow camping, notably Arkabutla Lake and Enid Lake.