Pinson Mounds
The Pinson Mounds comprise a prehistoric Native American complex located in Madison County, Tennessee, in the region that is known as the Eastern Woodlands. Its setting is 4 mi north of Henderson. Expect 73–84°F afternoons in the mildest months, April, May, September and October.
An ancient site, 4 mi north of Henderson
Jackson is the nearest base
Jackson is 14 miles northwest, with 45 places to stay. Where to stay ↓
A day trip from Memphis
Memphis is about 77 miles west (straight-line). Where to stay ↓
Best months: Apr, May, Sep and Oct
April, May, September and October are the mild months, with highs of 73–84°. When to go ↓
Written from NOAA 1991–2020 normals, Overture places to stay, Census town figures, Wikidata and Wikipedia.
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Pinson Mounds
The Pinson Mounds comprise a prehistoric Native American complex located in Madison County, Tennessee, in the region that is known as the Eastern Woodlands. The complex, which includes 17 mounds, an earthen geometric enclosure, and numerous habitation areas, was most likely built during the Middle Woodland period (c. 1-500 AD). The complex is the largest group of Middle Woodland mounds in the United States. Sauls' Mound, at 72 feet (22 m), is the second-highest surviving mound in the United States.
The Pinson Mounds are now part of Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park, one of two archaeological parks in Tennessee (the other being Old Stone Fort near Manchester). Pinson Mounds is a National Historic Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Type
- Ancient site
- Listed
- National Historic Landmark (1964) · National Register of Historic Places (1966)
- Wikipedia readers
- 8.4K a year
Places to stay near Pinson Mounds
Lodging nearby is in Jackson (45) and Henderson (4).
Jackson
The closest town with somewhere to stay.
69,339 people
14 mi northwest of Pinson Mounds
Compare 8 towns
| Town | From Pinson Mounds | Drive | Places to stay | People | Typical home | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson | 14 mi northwest | 20 min | 45 37 hotels · 5 motels · 1 inn or B&B · 1 lodge or cabins · 1 RV park | 69,339 | $218K | D− |
| Henderson | 4 mi south | 5 min | 4 2 motels · 2 lodges & cabins | 6,590 | $148K | B− |
| Lexington | 20 mi northeast | 30 min | 7 5 hotels · 2 inns & B&Bs | 8,130 | $176K | D |
| Parker's Crossroads | 26 mi northeast | 40 min | 6 3 hotels · 1 motel · 2 RV parks | 287 | $175K | — |
| Selmer | 23 mi south | 35 min | 4 2 hotels · 1 motel · 1 lodge or cabins | 4,575 | $156K | D |
| Humboldt | 26 mi northwest | 40 min | 5 2 hotels · 1 motel · 2 inns & B&Bs | 7,841 | $102K | C− |
| Bolivar | 25 mi southwest | 35 min | 4 2 hotels · 2 motels | 5,043 | $150K | D− |
| Adamsville | 25 mi southeast | 35 min | 3 1 motel · 2 campgrounds | 2,081 | $149K | C+ |
Getting there
Nearest airports with airline service
Nearby, too
Every place here is under 69 miles away.
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Shiloh National Military Park: Ernest Mettendorf, Public domain · Graceland Too: Thomas R Machnitzki ([email protected]), CC BY 3.0 · Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site: Wilson44691, Public domain · Boling-Gatewood House: Ser Amantio di Nicolao, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Corinth Depot: Ron Cogswell, CC BY 2.0
Before visiting Pinson Mounds
What town is Pinson Mounds near?
Henderson, TN, about 4 miles south.
When is the best time to visit Pinson Mounds?
April, May, September and October, with highs of 73–84°.
How far is Pinson Mounds from Memphis?
About 77 miles west of Memphis, as the crow flies.
What is the closest airport to Pinson Mounds?
McKellar-Sipes Regional (MKL), about 15 miles away. The nearest big hub is Frederick W. Smith (MEM), about 79 miles.
Where should I stay near Pinson Mounds?
Jackson (14 mi, 45 places to stay), Henderson (4 mi, 4 places to stay) and Lexington (20 mi, 7 places to stay).
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