About Shelby Farms Park
Shelby Farms Park offers a vast natural escape in the city, with diverse activities for families, including biking, walking, and scenic views, making it a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Family outingsBirthday partiesOutdoor adventuresQuiet retreats in natureAll ages - suitable for toddlers at playgrounds to adults enjoying trails and activities
Why families love it
- 4000 acres of nature
- 2.3-mile walking trail around the lake
- Bike and canoe rentals available
- Food trucks on weekends
- Well-maintained trails and picnic areas
- Diverse trails for biking, running, and walking
Insider tips
- Rent bikes for $28 per hour for a fun family activity
- Visit on weekends for food trucks
- Bring a picnic to enjoy in shaded areas
Good to know before you go
- Busy weekends if you prefer a quieter experience
- Crowds
- Can get busy on weekends, especially when food trucks are present
- Value
- Bike rentals are $28 for an hour, providing good value for a family outing compared to other entertainment options. No hidden costs mentioned.
- Food
- Food trucks available on weekends; no specific restrictions mentioned
- Accessibility
- Well-maintained trails suitable for strollers and wheelchairs
- Safety
- Well-maintained trails and open spaces for safe family activities
What parents say
"Nice, we were staying in Memphis and looking for something else to do after getting into Sun Studios in the morning. It was about 30 mins from downtown memphis. We hired bikes for an hour and cycled around the lake for $28, then stopped for a bite in the cafe. Saw some lovely birds."
2 weeks ago
"The best park EVER!! 😍😍😍 I grew up coming to this park. I’ve walked many of the trails over the years, 5k races, the dog park, birthday parties, the playground, movie nights, you name it. I will always spend as much time here as possible. The grounds are always so well taken care of and I love how many trails there are for you to choose from."
3 months ago
"Shelby Farms is a beautiful park. I love going on the walking trail around the lake. It's about 2.3 miles around. There's space for bikers, runners and walkers. You can also rent bikes and canoes as well. Some days, there are food trucks out there, usually on the weekends. It's very family friendly as well. I have yet to explore every part of Shelby Farms, but I definitely recommend going."
2 months ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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