If you're looking to enjoy the natural beauty of Memphis, then the Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park is the exact area you've been looking for. The park encompasses 13,467-acres and borders the Mississippi River. Two lakes and a wealth of Oak, Cypress and Tupelo trees inhabit the park, along with an abundance of beaver, deer, turkey and over 200 bird species.
For those looking for a bit more insight into the many views of nature offered within the Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, the park provides The Meeman Museum and Nature Center, offering exhibits on live snakes, fish life and early Native American life in the area. The park is open to the public year-round, so scheduling a stop at the Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park should never be too difficult. From the roaming forests to the mighty Mississippi itself, there are tons of unique sights to see at this state park.
