Memphis Trails and Outdoor Activities

Tennessee offers excellent opportunities for getting out in nature for a bit of fresh air and fun. From hiking and fishing to running and biking, the Memphis area is rich in outdoor beauty, lush parks and well-maintained trails. Just a short drive from our hotel, you can easily explore popular parks like Mud Island River Park, Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, Memphis Botanic Garden or the greenways of the Mississippi. Enjoy a walk in Memphis!

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Biking

Memphis is quickly becoming a very bike-friendly city. There is a network of well-marked bike paths throughout the city, and there are several parks that offer peaceful rides in the countryside. The Shelby Farms Greenline is a shaded path and popular route that connects the city to a 4,500-acre park.

Running

Don't forget your jogging shoes when you stay at our Memphis hotel. Nearby Mud River Island Park and the Mississippi Greenbelt Park offer miles of riverside paths for quick or long runs. You can also hit the city streets for a run through Beale Street, Downtown and the Riverwalk.

Cycling

For the more serious biker, there are several great rides that take you across the city through beautiful neighborhoods and scenic parks. A highlight is the 7-mile Shelby Park Greenline trail that follows a former railroad track or the Mississippi Greenbelt that runs right along the iconic waterway.

FAQs

What are the best bike trails in Memphis?

Memphis offers a number fun spots to ride a bike. Although you can ride around town on designated routes, you can quickly get off the beaten path at lovely parks like the Wolf River Greenway and Overton Park. The Shelby Farm Greenline also offers miles and miles of paved bike trails.

Where can I rent a bike in Memphis?

Memphis is a great biking city, and there are several shops that offer rides by the hour or day. To explore Shelby Farms Park, you can rent a bike everyday (weather permitting). Prices start at $12 for two hours and the shop rents bikes until 5 pm. Call (901) 493-4799 to find out more details.