Civil War cannons on the battlefield at Shiloh National Military Park, Tennessee

A Weekend in McNairy County

History at Shiloh, mornings on Pickwick Lake — and small-town evenings in Selmer.

West Tennessee's quiet corner holds one of America's most moving battlefields, one of its finest fishing lakes, and a small town with a big story. This guide — kept by the folks at Southwood Inn in Selmer — helps you plan the trip: what to see, how long to stay, and where to rest your head.

Shiloh battlefield

Shiloh National Military Park

Walk the ground where the Battle of Shiloh turned in April 1862 — visitor center, driving tour, the Hornet's Nest, Peach Orchard and Bloody Pond.

Sunrise over the marina at Pickwick Lake

Pickwick Lake & Landing

Bass, crappie and catfish, boating, a lakeside state park, golf and the great TVA dam — about 25 minutes from Selmer.

McNairy County countryside

Selmer & McNairy County

The county seat's local eats, the Walking Tall story of Sheriff Buford Pusser, and the slow evenings that make a trip feel like a visit.

Start with a plan

Short on time? Our ready-made itineraries cover a one-day Shiloh trip, a two-day history-and-lake weekend, and a fishing weekend on Pickwick. Coming for an event? Check What's On — the Shiloh anniversary each April and Pickwick's fishing season draw visitors from across the country.

Make it a weekend — stay at Southwood Inn

Southwood Inn is Selmer's friendly home base for Shiloh, Pickwick and McNairy County trips — King, Double, Jacuzzi and accessible rooms, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Short and long stays welcome.

Book at southwoodinn.net Call 1-731-645-4801