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Fort Pillow State Historic Park is a Tennessee state historic park in Henning, Lauderdale County, in our Memphis & West Tennessee region. Entry to every Tennessee state park is free, per the state parks FAQ. The park page lists boating, camping, fishing and hiking. Overnight options on its page: camping. Read from the official page on October 30, 2026.
- EntryFreeper the state parks FAQ
- Activities5listed on its page
- Stay OvernightCampingon the park page
- DogsOn a leashstatewide policy, see below
No closure or alert notice was printed on the park page when we read it. Check the official page the day you go.
What to Do at Fort Pillow State Historic Park
The park page lists these activities: boating, camping, fishing, hiking and paddling. The page shows a short list with a Show More button, so the park may offer more.
Amenities on the park page: boat ramp, boat rentals, boat access, campground, canoe access, ev charging, fishing, gift shop, trails, museum, paddle rentals, playground, swimming, visitor center, all-terrain wheelchair, colorblind viewfinder and wheelchair-friendly overlooks.
Plan It in Three Lines
Getting In
Entry is free; camping, cabins, reservations and some programs cost extra.
Free to enterBring the Dog?
Leashed dogs are allowed in most of the park; not in lodges, cabins or swim areas.
Rules belowMake It a Trip
Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park is about 23 miles away (straight line).
1 places within 25 miles
Coming Up Near Fort Pillow State Historic Park
- Nov 7 to Nov 8, 2026Campout with Rangers and Civil War Living History Presenters (Fort Pillow State Historic Park)Henning · $25.00 camper; $15.00 under 12; $15.00 Saturday only, no camping
- Fri, Nov 27, 2026Day After Thanksgiving Hike (Fort Pillow State Historic Park)Henning · $0.00 (donation tiers $10-$20 listed)
From our checked events calendar, matched by name and town; times and tickets are on each organizer’s page.
Also see Memphis & West Tennessee Events.
Fees
Tennessee state parks do not charge an entry fee: the state parks FAQ says all state parks are free to enter. Camping, cabins, shelters, tours and some programs are booked and paid for separately.
Planning several parks? Our State Parks Passport guide lists every park side by side.
Dogs and Strollers
- Dogs: Tennessee State Parks allow dogs and cats on a leash or otherwise restrained. They are not allowed in lodges and cabins (except designated pet rooms), public eating places, food stores or designated swimming beaches and pools. A park may post trails closed to pets. This is the statewide policy. This park page does not state a different rule.
- Strollers: Not published. The park page does not say whether strollers are allowed; call the park (731-738-5581) before you go.
Directions and Contact
- Address3122 Park Road, Henning, TN 38041
- Park phone731-738-5581
- Reservations phone1-888-867-2757 (state parks reservations line, printed on the park page)
- Map point35.63331,-89.84787. Latitude and longitude printed on the park’s own page. Directions in Google Maps
- Official pagetnstateparks.com/parks/fort-pillow
Places Near Fort Pillow State Historic Park
- 1Meeman-Shelby Forest State ParkState Parkabout 23 mi
- 2Sun StudioAttractionabout 36 mi
- 3National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine MotelAttractionabout 36 mi
- 4Stax Museum of American Soul MusicAttractionabout 37 mi
Straight-line distances between map points, not driving miles. Dots sit in their true compass direction; distance is stretched near the middle so close neighbors stay readable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to visit Fort Pillow State Historic Park?
Entering is free: the Tennessee State Parks FAQ says there is no access fee at any state park. Camping, cabins, shelters, tours and reservations cost extra where the park offers them.
Are dogs allowed at Fort Pillow State Historic Park?
Dogs on a leash are allowed under the statewide policy, except in lodges and cabins (outside designated pet rooms), eating places, food stores and swim areas. The park may post trails closed to pets.
What time does Fort Pillow State Historic Park close?
The text of the park page does not print day-use hours, so we cannot state them (a linked FAQ PDF may; check it). Call the park (731-738-5581) or check the official page.
Can I camp at Fort Pillow State Historic Park?
The park page lists camping. Reserve on the official page or by phone at 1-888-867-2757.
Are strollers allowed at Fort Pillow State Historic Park?
Not published. The park page does not mention strollers, so call before you go.
What We Could Not Verify
- Day-use hours are not printed in the text of the park page. Some parks link a FAQ PDF that may list them; check those PDFs.
- Stroller rules are not stated on the park page.
- Closures and alerts change at short notice; the notice above is a snapshot.
- The county (Lauderdale) is not stated on the park page; we added it from the town and have not confirmed it.
Sources
- Fort Pillow State Historic Park on Tennessee State Parks (read 2026-10-30)
- Tennessee State Parks FAQ: entry is free (read 2026-10-30)
- Tennessee State Parks policies: pets (read 2026-10-30)
Last checked October 30, 2026 by the It’s Tennessee editor. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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