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Shiloh National Military Park

Shiloh, TN

History

Site of the bloody two-day battle of April 1862, with a tour road, a national cemetery on the Tennessee River bluff and prehistoric Shiloh Indian Mounds. The visitor center film is worth watching first.

Nearest town
Shiloh, TN
Category
History & culture
GPS
35.1502, -88.3218

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, September and November. Hot in July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Pickwick Dam - TVACampsite
    7 mi from Shiloh National Military Park · 101 pitches
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  • Pickwick Landing CampgroundCampsite
    9 mi from Shiloh National Military Park · 48 pitches
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  • CASTONCampsite
    17 mi from Shiloh National Military Park
  • The HydeawayCampsite
    23 mi from Shiloh National Military Park
  • Big Hill Pond State Park CampgroundCampsite
    23 mi from Shiloh National Military Park · 28 pitches
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  • Rose Trail Park CampgroundCampsite
    25 mi from Shiloh National Military Park
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All campsites in Tennessee · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Shiloh National Military Park?

Shiloh National Military Park is in Shiloh, TN, at GPS 35.1502, -88.3218. It is about 19 mi from Corinth.

Can you camp near Shiloh National Military Park?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Pickwick Dam - TVA, about 7 mi away; within 25 mi there are 6 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Shiloh National Military Park?

Shiloh National Military Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Faulkner, Elvis and Shiloh: north Mississippi hill country.

What is there to see near Shiloh National Military Park?

Places worth a stop nearby: Tishomingo State Park (38 mi), Helen Keller Birthplace (Ivy Green) (45 mi), Elvis Presley Birthplace (65 mi) and Rowan Oak (87 mi).

When is the best time to visit Shiloh National Military Park?

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in June, September and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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