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Your McNairy County Travel Guide

Hiking at Big Hill Pond, the Buford Pusser legend, the Trail of Music Legends, slugburgers, and downtown Selmer shops — plus an easy drive to Pickwick Lake and Shiloh. Here's everything you need to plan an unforgettable trip to McNairy County, Tennessee.

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Places to Go

State parks, museums, trails and the spots worth the drive.

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Where to Eat

Slugburgers, BBQ, home cooking, and local coffee shops.

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Where to Stay

Lake cabins, rooms with a view, and cozy local stays.

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Events & Festivals

See what's happening while you're in town.

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History & Heritage

From the Chickasaw homeland to Walking Tall.

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Top Things to Do in McNairy County

A West Tennessee mix of outdoor adventure, real American history, and small-town flavor.

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Hike Big Hill Pond State Park

Right here in McNairy County — miles of trails, a boardwalk over the wetlands, and a fire-tower view that hikers and campers love.

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Buford Pusser Home & Museum

Walk through the real Adamsville home of the sheriff who inspired Walking Tall — one of McNairy County's best-known stops.

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Walk the Trail of Music Legends

Stroll nearly a mile through downtown Selmer's historic district celebrating the area's musical roots.

McNairy County slugburger and local flavors

Taste a Slugburger

Try the Depression-era patty that became a regional treasure — best fresh from a local diner or festival.

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Day Trip to Shiloh

One of the Civil War's most significant battlefields sits just across the county line in Hardin County — an easy half-day add-on.

Pontoon boat on Pickwick Lake, a short drive from McNairy County

Lake Day at Pickwick

Just over in Hardin County, Pickwick Lake is an easy drive for boating, fishing, and pontoon days when you want time on the water.

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Easy McNairy County Itineraries

Short on time? Steal one of these and you'll see the best of the county without overthinking it.

The Perfect Day

A Classic Day Trip

  1. Morning: Coffee and a pastry at a downtown Selmer coffee shop, then a walk along the Trail of Music Legends.
  2. Midday: Lunch on a slugburger or Southern home cooking at a local favorite.
  3. Afternoon: Tour the Buford Pusser Home & Museum in Adamsville.
  4. Evening: BBQ dinner downtown and an easy sunset drive through the countryside.
For the Outdoors

Trail & Lake Weekend

  1. Day 1: Hike and camp at Big Hill Pond State Park — don't skip the boardwalk and fire tower.
  2. Day 2: Slip over to nearby Pickwick Lake for boating, fishing, or a pontoon cruise.
  3. Anytime: Fuel up with local BBQ and home cooking between adventures.
History & Heritage

The Walking Tall Trail

  1. Start: The Buford Pusser Home & Museum in Adamsville.
  2. Next: Shiloh National Military Park for the Civil War story.
  3. Finish: Downtown Selmer's historic district and the Trail of Music Legends.
  4. Read up: Brush up first with our McNairy County history guide.
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A Taste of McNairy

  1. Breakfast: A local cafe or coffee roaster downtown.
  2. Lunch: The must-try slugburger.
  3. Dinner: Smoked BBQ or a plate of Southern home cooking.
  4. See it all: Browse where to eat for the full lineup.
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Getting Here & Around

McNairy County sits in southwest Tennessee along the Mississippi state line, with Selmer as the county seat at the crossroads of US-64 and US-45. It's an easy drive from Memphis, Jackson, and Corinth, MS — and a car is the best way to explore the small towns and lake areas.

When to Visit

Spring through fall is ideal for the lake, trails, and festivals, but the museums, diners, and downtown make McNairy County a great stop any time of year. Check our events calendar before you go.

Visitor & Cultural Center

Stop in and we'll point you the right way — maps, tips, and the local lowdown on what's worth your time.

Phone: 731-439-5773

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Lake, trails, history, and good food in one easygoing corner of West Tennessee. Map out your visit today.

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