Horseback Riding in Memphis: 30-Minute Trail Ride

A 4,500-acre urban park replaces the countryside you'd expect to find for horseback riding.

Horseback riding through Shelby Farms Park in Memphis on a guided 30-minute trail ride with a live English-speaking guide and all equipment included. The park spans 4,500 acres, more than five times Central Park, and riders encounter deer, ducks, cranes and other wildlife. Morning and afternoon departures are available. Riders must weigh under 240 lbs and be at least 50 inches tall.

The experience

Shelby Farms Park sits in the middle of Memphis and gives you a full trail-riding experience without leaving the city. The 4,500-acre park is one of the largest urban green spaces in the USA, and the trails wind through habitat where you'll see deer, ducks, cranes and other wildlife. Your guide leads the ride and the horses are trained to handle riders at any experience level, so whether you've ridden before or this is your first time in a saddle, the pace stays relaxed and manageable.

The ride lasts 30 minutes and you choose between a morning or afternoon departure to fit the rest of your day. All equipment comes with the booking (saddle, bridle, reins and everything else), so you show up ready to mount. Your guide handles the route and the horse. You focus on the trail, the park and the animals you spot along the way.

What’s included

• All equipment (saddle, bridle, helmet).
• trail guide in English.
• all taxes and fees.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except SaturdayDeparts at 11:30

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (7 to 95 years) · Under 7: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Shelby Farms Stables

Is this one for you?You ride the horse yourself on a shared trail with other riders and a guide, not a lesson, just a guided ride through the park. Choose this if you want to be in the saddle and moving through the landscape, not watching a demonstration or learning technique.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I ride if I've never been on a horse before?

Yes. The horses are trained to work with riders of all experience levels, and your guide adjusts the pace to match the group. Beginners ride the same trails as experienced riders.

What wildlife will I see on the trail?

Shelby Farms Park is home to deer, ducks, cranes and other wildlife. Sightings depend on the time of day and the season, but the park's 4,500 acres provide habitat for a variety of animals you won't see in the city center.

Do I need to bring my own riding gear?

No. All equipment is included with the ride: saddle, bridle, helmet and other gear you need. Bring comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes.

What are the weight and height requirements?

Riders must weigh under 240 lbs and be at least 50 inches tall. These limits keep both horse and rider safe and comfortable on the trail.

Can I choose a morning or afternoon time?

Yes. Both morning and afternoon departures are available, so you can book the time that works best with the rest of your Memphis itinerary.