Camping cabins near Medon, Tennessee are situated among the rolling hills and woodlands of southwestern Tennessee where elevations range from 400-600 feet. The region experiences mild winters and hot, humid summers with occasional thunderstorms from May through September. Most cabin camping facilities remain open year-round but require advance booking during peak summer months when temperatures regularly reach 90°F.
What to do
Horseback riding opportunities: Chickasaw State Park offers wrangler camping with proximity to equestrian trails. "This is a great place to go RV camping, tent camping or even wrangler camping. It is a quiet park with hiking, biking, horseback riding, boating, swimming, and much more," notes Nancy N. about the diverse activities available.
Geocaching adventures: Several parks in the region maintain geocaching opportunities for visitors. As Amanda F. mentions about Chickasaw State Park Campground, "This park has camping, hiking trails, horse back riding and geocaching just to name a few things to do here."
Fishing at multiple lakes: Pin Oak Campground provides fishing access without requiring additional permits if you're staying on-site. "Pin Oak is the only motor lake. Cub lake has a larger swim area with paddle boat, Jon boat and kayak rentals. The rentals are only weekends. Browns Creek Lake also has honest system rentals of Jon boat but for fishing purposes only," explains Beth LeVar L. about the fishing options.
Educational opportunities: The archaeological significance at Pinson Mounds Group Camp offers educational value. "When I did I was able to see that there was a group camp available in the property which was quite a nice area indeed. Only those staying in this area are allowed to stay within the park after sunset and with limited number of groups welcomed at a time," reports Crystal C. about the unique access for cabin campers.
What campers like
Clean bathhouses: Parkers Crossroads campground maintains exceptionally clean facilities. "The bathrooms are cleaned everyday on weekends and every other day during the week. Completely cleaned!" emphasizes Beth LeVar L. about the maintenance standards at the campground.
Accessible cabin locations: Parkers Crossroads RV Park and Campground provides conveniently located cabins. "Pin Oak Lake Campground is very nice. Well maintained with full hookups and plenty of space separating the sites. The lake itself is very clear water. Easy to access the park from I-40 but it is a bit of a drive from the exit," explains Randy C.
Child-friendly water features: Many camping areas feature shallow swimming areas appropriate for families. "The beach was nice. Very shallow swimming which was perfect for young kids," notes Jessica K. about Beech Lake Family Camping Resort.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Several parks maintain wildlife rehabilitation areas. "Be sure to check out the wildlife rehab near the front office," suggests Shana D. about Pickwick Landing State Park's educational offerings.
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Coverage can be spotty throughout the region. "There is virtually no Verizon service except close the water front," warns Jennifer K. about Pin Oak Campground. Similarly, another visitor notes, "The park was very quiet and clean, well kept... no cell service and pay as you go park WiFi."
Site levelness concerns: Many cabin and RV sites throughout the area require leveling. According to Nickie F. at Pickwick Landing State Park Campground, "The campsites are terribly unlevel. I can honestly say that is the only negative. The campground is very shady & they just improved the bathhouse."
Distance to supplies: Most cabin camping locations are remote from shopping. "Take plenty of food as a trip to the store is a bit of a drive," advises Randy C. Similarly, another camper notes, "Be prepared to have a drive to town for provisions & restaurants."
Reservation requirements: Group cabins at Pinson Mounds require advance planning. "It is by reservation only so you have to plan in advance to be allowed to stay on property. There are NO after hours arrivals accepted without reservation," cautions Crystal C.
Tips for camping with families
Pack extra lighting: Walking paths can be dark between facilities. "Don't forget to bring a good lantern or flashlight with you: you will need it since many of the trails to the bathroom and out to the pier are very dark at night," advises Jeremy H. about Chickasaw State Park.
Check swimming conditions: Water clarity varies widely between parks. "The water was BROWN. very dirty. My daughter came out brown. Her suit was brown," reports one Chickasaw visitor during summer months, while another notes Pin Oak has "very clear water" during the same season.
Verify playground status: Some campgrounds have decommissioned play areas. "The kids playground is decommissioned, but they do have a goat and a mini pony!" explains Aubrey S. about Country Critters Campground and RV Park, highlighting the importance of confirming amenities before arrival.
Consider cabin spacing: Site proximity varies significantly between parks. As one camper notes about a Medon area campground, "The sites are without privacy, but it made for great new conversation and new connections," while others mention "plenty of space separating the sites" at different locations.
Tips from RVers
Check site specifications carefully: Several campgrounds have challenging site configurations. As Gary P. notes about Chickasaw State Park, "The trailer/RV loop is on the side of a hill. It was amazing the way they got so many half way level sites into this area. Very, very tight."
Bring adequate leveling equipment: Many sites require substantial leveling. "We had to put leveling blocks under our door side wheels as they were off the ground after auto level," explains one RVer about their experience at Parkers Crossroads campground.
Verify dump station accessibility: Not all campgrounds have easily accessible dump facilities. "Dump station was in such a bad place we couldn't get to it," reports Lynn C. about a frustrating experience at Thousand Trails Cherokee Landing, underscoring the importance of confirming this detail when booking.
Inquire about seasonal closures: Some facilities have limited availability during off-peak times. As Don L. mentions, "Only negatives were a steep incline to back into site, no cell service and pay as you go park WiFi."
