Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park is a

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near

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, located in the Southeastern

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. The park borders the

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and contains two lakes— Poplar Tree Lake and Lake Piersol. The Meeman Museum and Nature Center— named for conservationist and

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, the former editor of the ''

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,'' — is located on the park's grounds. The park covers and is the most visited state park in Tennessee. The unincorporated community Shelby Forest is adjacent to the park.

Attractions and activities available

* Biking trails * Boating * Cabins * Camping *

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course * Fishing * Group Camping * Hiking Trails * Meeman Museum and Nature Center * Picnic Facilities * Swimming

References

External links

Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park official website
State parks of Tennessee Protected areas of Shelby County, Tennessee Protected areas on the Mississippi River Nature centers in Tennessee {{ShelbyCountyTN-geo-stub