Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park
- Status
- Status not posted
- Entrance fee
- Not posted
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- reserve.tnstateparks.com(901) 876-5215
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park is a park in Shelby County, about 8 miles west of Millington.
Visitors come for golf, historic sites, disc golf, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Water access includes a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 4 camping areas, with RV sites, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and group camping. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | Not stated | 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Office Hours: 7:00am - 7:00pm
Park Office Hours: 7:00am - 7:00pm
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Tennessee State Parks reservation site (itinio platform) for camping, cabins, shelters, programs; some lodges/cabins via reseze.net; golf via foreUP
- Phone
- 1-888-867-2757 (888-TNPARKS)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed, with restrictions
Not allowed in or on: cabins.
Cabin Pet Policy A limited number of cabins are available at each park for guests who travel with their pets. Guests must sign a Pet Policy Liability Form (CN-1181) upon check-in agreeing to abide by TN State Parks pet policy set forth and there is a $20 charge per night per pet that will be assessed at check-in. Pets are strictly prohibited inside cabins unless they are specifically designated as a pet-friendly cabin and all additional pet charges are paid. Due to allergy issues, pets may not be kept on porches or decks of non-pet cabins. If pets are kept at non-pet cabins, a minimum penalty of $100.00, plus all applicable nightly pet fees will be assessed. Additional charges for damages caused by pets may also be assessed at the discretion of management. Additional charges may also be assessed at the discretion of management for any damages caused by guests, their visitors, pets, etc.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Campground | — | — | |
| Main Campground - Primitive Sites | — | — | |
| Mississippi River Group Camp | — | — | |
| Piersol Group Camp | — | — |
Camping details from the park
Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park offers 49 campsites, all equipped with RV hookups, a grill and table to ensure a pleasant stay.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
In a heavily wooden section of Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park sit six two-bedroom standard cabins along the Poplar Tree Lake shoreline.
Things to do
CampingHistoric sites and toursBoatingFishingCanoeing and kayakingHikingBikingGolfDisc golf
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bike Trail | 2.5 mi | Moderate | The multi-use Bike Trail weaves through the forest and accommodates strollers.HikeBikePaved surface |
| Chickasaw Bluff Trail | 3.55 mi | Moderate | HikeNatural surface |
| Horse Trail | 8 mi | Easy | Open to horses and hikers, this trail meanders along a bluff with the largest loop overlooking Poplar Tree Lake. Horse trail closes for inclement weather and wet conditions.HorseNatural surface |
| Pioneer Springs Trail | 2.5 mi | Moderate | The trail runs along the borders of the upland bluff and bottomland forests.HikeNatural surface |
| Woodland Trail | 3.1 mi | Moderate | HikeNatural surface |
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic shelters
- Visitor center
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat ramp
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Primitive or backcountry camping
- Group camping
Lodging
- Cabins
Recreation
- Golf course
- Disc golf
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 910 Riddick Road
Millington, TN 38053 - Nearest town
- Millington — about 8 mi west (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 35.3436, -90.0326
- Phone
- (901) 876-5215
- State.Parks@tn.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Tennessee State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- TDEC Bureau of Conservation 'State Park Boundaries Primary' public ArcGIS view
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology