Arlington, Tennessee
Explore the best campgrounds, RV parks, and outdoor attractions in and around Arlington — a growing Memphis suburb known for its family-friendly neighborhoods, parks and trails, and convenient access to downtown Memphis, Graceland, Beale Street, and regional outdoor recreation.
Campgrounds Near Arlington, Tennessee
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Why Camp Near Arlington?
Things to Do Near Arlington, Tennessee
Arlington offers campers a small-town stop on the northeastern side of Shelby County, close to Lakeland and the I-40 corridor but removed from the busiest parts of Memphis. Depot Square is the historic heart of the community, and the town continues to use it for local events and preservation activities. Music on the Square brings free seasonal concerts to The Crossing Amphitheater, while other town events use Depot Square and local parks throughout the year. The setting gives travelers an easy evening destination after a day on the road or at a nearby campground. Outdoor recreation can be expanded with a short trip to International Harvester Managerial Park in neighboring Lakeland, where visitors can use a fishing lake and 2.8 miles of walking, hiking, and mountain-biking trails. Bartlett parks and Shelby Farms Park are farther west, while Collierville and Germantown provide additional greenways and nature areas to the south. Downtown Memphis and Graceland are longer day trips from Arlington, so this location works best for travelers who want a quieter eastern base and are comfortable dedicating full days to the city's major attractions.
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RV Camping
Memphis East Campground in nearby Lakeland is the most location-specific RV option for an Arlington trip. Agricenter RV Park in East Memphis is another practical choice and offers full-hookup sites with water, sewer, and 30- or 50-amp electrical service.
Cabin Camping
Arlington does not have a major cabin campground, so cabin travelers should look elsewhere in the region. Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park offers rustic two-bedroom cabins, while Memphis KOA Journey in Marion provides Camping Cabins.
Tent Camping
Tent camping is available at Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, T.O. Fuller State Park, and Memphis KOA Journey. Arlington's public parks and Depot Square are intended for recreation and events rather than overnight camping.
Luxury RV Resorts
Large destination-style RV resorts are not concentrated near Arlington. Sun Retreats Horn Lake offers a resort-oriented property with RV sites and vacation rentals, but it is on the opposite side of the metro.
Plan a Trip to Arlington, Tennessee
An Arlington camping trip is best planned as an eastern Shelby County itinerary. Start with Depot Square and local events, then pair Arlington with Lakeland's International Harvester Managerial Park or Bartlett's parks on another day. Collierville and Germantown can form a separate south-and-east loop. This approach gives the trip local variety before committing to longer drives into central Memphis.
Memphis East Campground is the most convenient base if Arlington itself is the priority, while Agricenter works well for visitors who also plan to spend time at Shelby Farms and in East Memphis. State-park cabins or KOA cabins are available for travelers who need roofed campground lodging, but the added distance should be considered before booking several nights.
Check Arlington's event calendar before travel because seasonal concerts and festivals can add value to the visit but should not be assumed to occur every week. Confirm campground site dimensions, hookups, pet rules, and check-in hours. For summer trips, plan trail walks and outdoor events for cooler parts of the day, and keep a flexible schedule for thunderstorms or traffic along I-40.
Frequently Asked Questions
Memphis East Campground in Lakeland and Agricenter RV Park in East Memphis are practical choices.
Travelers can explore historic Depot Square, attend a scheduled Music on the Square concert or other town event, visit nearby International Harvester Managerial Park, or make day trips to Bartlett, Shelby Farms, and Collierville.
Yes. Agricenter RV Park advertises full-hookup sites with water, sewer, and 30- or 50-amp electric service.
Yes. Depot Square is the historic center of Arlington and remains a community gathering area with preserved local character and seasonal events.
It can be, especially for travelers arriving from the east who prefer a quieter campground setting.
Spring and fall are comfortable for parks and community events. Music on the Square is scheduled seasonally, so visitors interested in live music should check the current calendar.
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