Easy Drive from Memphis
Just 1.5 hours east on US-72/US-64. Smooth Tennessee drive through beautiful countryside — no mountains, no traffic.
Pickwick Lake, Tennessee
Close Enough to Escape.
Far Enough to Feel Free.
Beale Street is great, but sometimes you need to trade the blues clubs for open trails and red dirt. Outpost Outdoors is just 1.5 hours from Memphis — the perfect Tennessee day trip escape.
Day trip guide
Memphis Is Great. The Trails Are Better.
Memphis is one of America's great music cities — but when it comes to off-road SXS adventures, the Delta flatlands can't compete with the rolling hills and trails of West Tennessee.
Just 90 miles east of Memphis on US-72 and US-64, Outpost Outdoors puts you in a completely different world. Trade the city noise for the sound of a Can-Am engine and Tennessee wind. You'll be back on Beale Street before midnight.
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Your Perfect Memphis Escape
Here's how a day trip from Memphis to Outpost Outdoors looks — from morning departure to back home by dark.
- 1 7:30 AM
Hit the Road from Memphis
Grab breakfast on Poplar or Union, load up the crew, and head east on I-40. The drive through West Tennessee is smooth and scenic — you'll forget you're leaving the city fast.
- 2 9:00 AM
Arrive at Outpost Outdoors
Pull up to Pickwick Lake and get checked in. We'll walk you through the Can-Am, answer your questions, and get you strapped in and ready to ride.
- 3 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Rip Through the Trails
Miles of Tennessee backcountry — creek crossings, forest paths, open fields. This is the real Tennessee that Memphis never shows you. Bring your GoPro.
- 4 2:30 PM
Lunch at the Lake
You've earned it. Grab a cold drink and some West Tennessee BBQ at The Outpost or Rib Cage before the drive back.
- 5 5:30 PM
Back on Beale Street
Head west on US-64 back to Memphis. You'll be home before dark — but you'll feel like you lived a whole weekend in one day.
Why riders choose us
Why Memphis Riders Choose Outpost Outdoors
Real Off-Road Terrain
Miles of West Tennessee wilderness — creek crossings, forest paths, and open fields you won't find near the Delta.
Top-of-the-Line Machines
We run Can-Am Side-by-Sides — powerful, safe, and built for any terrain. No beat-up rentals here.
No Experience Required
First time in an SXS? No problem. We'll walk you through everything before you hit the trail.
Great for Groups
Bachelor parties, family trips, corporate outings — we accommodate groups of all sizes.
Pickwick Lake Views
Ride through the trails and end up on the shores of one of Tennessee's most beautiful lakes.
Directions
Getting Here From Memphis, TN
We're located near Pickwick Lake in Hardin County, Tennessee — just ~1.5 hrs from Memphis. The drive is easy and scenic through Tennessee countryside.
- 01Head east on I-40 from Memphis toward Jackson
- 02Take US-70 or US-72 east toward Corinth/Savannah direction
- 03Head north on US-45 then east on US-64 toward Savannah, TN
- 04Continue on US-64 to the Pickwick Dam area
- 05Call us at (731) 607-0386 for exact directions
Real Rides. Real People.
Life at Outpost Outdoors
Common questions
Memphis Riders Ask Us
Is it worth the drive from Memphis for a day trip?
Absolutely. There's no SXS rental experience like this anywhere near Memphis. 90 miles gets you to a completely different landscape — rolling hills, forest trails, and Pickwick Lake. Most Memphis visitors say it's the highlight of their trip.
Can we do this as a full day trip from Memphis?
Yes! Leave Memphis around 8 AM, arrive by 9:30, ride for 4–5 hours, grab lunch at a local spot, and head back. You'll be home by 6 PM with stories to tell.
Do I need experience to ride a Side-by-Side?
No experience needed. We walk every rider through the machine before you head out. If you can drive a car, you can handle one of our SXS rentals.
Can we bring a large group from Memphis?
Yes! We love group bookings — bachelor parties, birthday trips, corporate outings. Call us at (731) 607-0386 to plan your group adventure.
Memphis Can Wait. The Trails Can't.
Book your Side-by-Side rental online in minutes, or give us a call to plan your perfect day trip from Memphis.