Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Popular Outdoor Sports Activities in Memphis

By Wilbur Mercer


Outdoor Sports in Memphis allow visitors and neighbors to enjoy the lovely and lush greenery of Tennessee. Whether out of doors fans enjoy hiking, biking, or even canoeing, Memphis is a good spot to enjoy the outside.

Shelby Farms Park

Nothing demonstrates the significance of outdoor Sports in Memphis more than the ambitious project currently in progress to link the Wolf River Greenway to the Germantown Greenway, creating a virtually 5 mile paved area along the Wolf River that also connects to another Memphis area treasure, the Shelby Farm Park Conservancy.

Biking in Memphis

Talking of Shelby Farm Park, in addition to trails for off road and mountain cycling, they also offer bike rentals, which helps make biking in Memphis accessible even for noobs. There additionally are groups like Cycle Memphis, which hold monthly biking events, or Memphis Hightailers which host bike rides weekly. For people that like a rather more urban experience when biking in Memphis, try the Mississippi Brook Trail, which goes through the guts of downtown Memphis and continues on for over 3,000 miles and touches 10 states.

Hiking in Memphis

If hiking excites you, then Memphis will not disappoint. There are beautiful hiking trails in Memphis, lots in the heart of the city at the biggest urban park in the US, Shelby Park. Whether or not you are a casual hiker looking out for a breathtaking wander or a seasoned pro searching for a more exciting trek, there are hiking trails in Memphis to fulfil your requirements. Nearby Tennessee State Parks like T.O. Fuller and Meeman-Shelby offer even more trails for hikers at every talent level.

Kayaking in Memphis

The Memphis area is enclosed by rivers and lakes, many offering wonderful opportunities to canoe and canoe. Each summer, local outfitter Out of doors Incorporated. Sponsors a massive Canoe and Kayak race that has become fairly popular, and they also offer kayak classes for those interested in learning this physically challenging and rewarding sport. From easygoing lakes to the powerful Mississippi, you won't ever get bored on the beautiful Memphis waterways.




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