MEMPHIS HORSE FIELD GUIDE
A 1.5‑Hour Horseback Passage Into Shelby Farms’ Quiet Forests
A 1.5‑hour horseback trail ride through the forested stretches of Shelby Farms Park operated by Shelby Farms Stables — this guide distills what to expect, who can ride, and the essentials to plan.
A 1.5‑Hour Horseback Passage Into Shelby Farms’ Quiet Forests.
This is the operator’s most popular horseback outing: a 1.5‑hour ride that threads into the forested interior of Shelby Farms Park in Memphis, offering riders a chance to slow down and take in the park’s wooded landscape and wildlife-rich margins.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Forest Trail Through Shelby Farms Park
The core of the experience is time spent on trails that lead into the park’s forests, where riders move through shaded corridors and open glades — the ride is designed to connect guests with the park’s natural setting.
An Accessible Short Ride for Nature Lovers
At roughly one and a half hours in length, this outing is the operator’s most popular option for visitors who want a concentrated nature ride without a full‑day commitment.
Shelby Farms Stables' Signature Trail
The ride is run by Shelby Farms Stables and emphasizes making memories in the outdoors — a straightforward offering oriented toward riders who want a guided taste of the park’s forested trails.
What the day feels like
What the 1.5‑Hour Ride Feels Like
The ride moves into the forested sections of Shelby Farms Park, giving riders an uninterrupted stretch of trail time to take in trees, understory, and open parkland — a compact outing focused on outdoor immersion and simple, memorable moments on horseback.
THE ROUTE
Forest Trail Through Shelby Farms Park
The core of the experience is time spent on trails that lead into the park’s forests, where riders move through shaded corridors and open glades — the ride is designed to connect guests with the park’s natural setting.
THE EXPERIENCE
An Accessible Short Ride for Nature Lovers
At roughly one and a half hours in length, this outing is the operator’s most popular option for visitors who want a concentrated nature ride without a full‑day commitment.
THE OPERATOR
Shelby Farms Stables' Signature Trail
The ride is run by Shelby Farms Stables and emphasizes making memories in the outdoors — a straightforward offering oriented toward riders who want a guided taste of the park’s forested trails.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this ride suits — and who should look for a different offering.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The ride is listed at $85 per person.
This outing is a 1.5‑hour trail ride.
Operated by Shelby Farms Stables at Shelby Farms Park in Memphis, Tennessee.
Riders must be at least 10 years old and weigh under 240 lbs.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trail ride?
The ride lasts 1.5 hours.
How much does the ride cost?
The listed rate is $85 per person.
Who operates the ride?
Shelby Farms Stables operates this trail ride.
Are there age or weight limits?
Yes — riders must be at least 10 years old and weigh under 240 lbs.
Where does the ride take place?
The trail ride goes into the forested areas of Shelby Farms Park in Memphis.