MEMPHIS HORSE FIELD GUIDE
Two Hours at Saddle Pace: A Shelby Farms Trail Ride Through Memphis Wildlife
A two-hour guided ride from Shelby Farms Stables for riders with some experience—expect close-to-nature trail time and the chance to see deer, coyotes and other wildlife.
Two Hours at Saddle Pace: A Shelby Farms Trail Ride Through Memphis Wildlife.
This two-hour adventure ride out of Shelby Farms Stables is built for riders with a little experience. The trail loop moves through parkland where participants may encounter local wildlife—from deer and coyotes to a variety of birds—offering a concentrated outdoor escape inside Memphis.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Look for Deer, Coyotes and More
Riders are likely to encounter a range of animals on the trail, including deer, raccoons, bobcats, coyotes, rabbits, fox and multiple bird species—an ever-changing backdrop to the ride.
Two Hours for Experienced Beginners
This outing is designed for riders who have some prior seat time; the two-hour format allows a sustained trail rhythm without demanding advanced technical work.
Clear Requirements Keep the Ride Safe
There are firm participant requirements—minimum age, height and weight limits and clothing guidelines—that ensure riders and horses are well matched for the trail.
What the day feels like
What Two Hours on the Trail Feels Like
Expect a steady, two-hour loop guided from Shelby Farms Stables that prioritizes trail time and wildlife viewing. The pace suits riders with prior experience—long enough to settle into the saddle and scan the trees for movement, but compact enough to fit neatly into an afternoon in Memphis.
THE WILDLIFE
Look for Deer, Coyotes and More
Riders are likely to encounter a range of animals on the trail, including deer, raccoons, bobcats, coyotes, rabbits, fox and multiple bird species—an ever-changing backdrop to the ride.
THE RIDE
Two Hours for Experienced Beginners
This outing is designed for riders who have some prior seat time; the two-hour format allows a sustained trail rhythm without demanding advanced technical work.
THE PRACTICALS
Clear Requirements Keep the Ride Safe
There are firm participant requirements—minimum age, height and weight limits and clothing guidelines—that ensure riders and horses are well matched for the trail.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this ride suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing runs for two hours.
Departures are from Shelby Farms Stables; riders assemble at the stables before mounting.
Wear comfortable long pants and closed-toed shoes (boots or tennis shoes). Follow operator guidance on apparel for safe riding.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is the minimum age to ride?
All riders must be at least 13 years old to participate.
Are there height or weight restrictions?
Riders must be at least 50 inches tall and weigh less than 240 pounds.
How long is the ride?
The ride lasts two hours.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable long pants and closed-toed shoes such as boots or tennis shoes.
What wildlife might we see?
Riders might see deer, raccoons, bobcats, coyotes, rabbits, fox and multiple bird species along the trail.
Where does the ride depart from?
The ride departs from Shelby Farms Stables.