MEMPHIS OUTD O ORS
By Cara Greenstein Photo by Connor Ryan
HIKE IT! From a walk in the park to an adventure in the woods, traverse trails from one end of town to another. If you’re looking for day hiking, bird watching, wildlife viewing, and an escape from the city (without actually leaving the city), visit the 728-acre Lucius E. Burch State Natural Area of the Wolf River Trails. The Blue, White, and Yellow Loops include a 12.5 mile loop trail that transports you straight into the wilderness. You may even stumble upon a river beach or two in the middle of Memphis. Have you strolled through the V&E Greenline? A onceabandoned railroad corridor has been transformed by the Vollintine-Evergreen neighborhood into a public 1.7-mile green space for walkers, runners, and cyclists. Its canopy overhead protects you from the sun’s heat, providing relief during warm months as well as giving the trail an iconic view.
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Discover Memphis Naturally is a dedicated local and visitor’s resource to experience the variety of our city’s outdoor assets and destinations and prompt a new bucket list for healthy living. Now that summer’s in full swing, we’ve found time to explore new routes and resources across Memphis. Join in!
