Near Shelby Farms Greenline
Sunrise over Shelby Farms visitor center in late December.

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Shelby Farms Greenline

4.0 (1 Rating)
An old railroad converted to uninterrupted greenway through the heart of Memphis.
10.9
mi
Distance
192
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
LakeLess CrowdedRiver/CreekWildflowers
Access Issues
Open from sunrise to sunset.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
10.88mi
Distance
192ft
Elevation Gain
103ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
368ft
High Point
235ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Starting from Tillman street from the east, enjoy continuous trail, most concrete, through the many neighborhoods of Memphis. Along the way, observe the combination of greenery, flora, and wildlife in the urban setting. I highly recommend a detour into Shelby Farms to connect with more dirt trails, such as the local favorite, "Tour de Wolf," which will provide an extra 6 mile forested loop. This trail is a breath of fresh air for Memphis which largely lacks venues for hikers. Along the way, you'll cross rivers, hike through oak groves, and bypass this City's largest and most famous park. Biker and foot traffic is low during the week and moderate during the weekends.

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