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Memphis River Line

Memphis, Tennessee, USA

Memphis River Line

Length3.2 mi
Elev. Gain147.6 ft
Est. Steps7500

River

Scenic views

Wild flowers

City walk

Historic site

Quiet place

Overgrown

Rocky

Created by Heather:
Introduction
Memphis River Line is a 3.2 mile (7,500-step) route located near Memphis, Tennessee, USA. This route has an elevation gain of about 147.6 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App.
There are parts that are easy to walk and sections that may be a little challenging but you have options. There are at least 3-5 parks that make up the river line. I did find a small opening that leads to Tenn/Ark bridge walking path.

Tom Lee Park

Park
Tom Lee Park is a city park located to the immediate west of downtown Memphis, Tennessee, overlooking the Mississippi River. Encompassing about 30 acres (12 ha) parallel to the Mississippi River for about one mile (1.6 km), it offers panoramic views of the Mississippi River and the shores of Arkansas on the opposite side.

Blues Hall of Fame

Place
The Blues Hall of Fame is a music museum located at 421 S. Main Street in Memphis, Tennessee. Initially, the "Blues Hall of Fame" was not a physical building, but a listing of people who have significantly contributed to blues music. Started in 1980 by the Blues Foundation, it honors those who have performed, recorded, or documented blues.

Downtown Memphis, Tennessee

Place
Downtown Memphis, Tennessee is the central business district of Memphis, Tennessee and is located along the Mississippi River between Interstate 40 to the north, Interstate 55 to the south and I-240 to the east, where it abuts Midtown Memphis.It is home to the Memphis Redbirds, the AAA affiliate of the St.

John Alexander Austin House

Place
The John Alexander Austin House is a historic house in Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.. It was built circa 1876 for John Alexander Austin, a veteran of the Confederate States Army during the American Civil War of 1861–1865, and a clothing retailer. It was designed in the Italianate architectural style. It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since July 12, 1984.

One Beale

Place
One Beale is a proposed two-tower development in Memphis, Tennessee. Located at the corner of Beale and Riverside, the towers are reported to collectively contain office space, apartments, underground parking, and retail space. The towers are expected to be completed in 2018.

South Bluffs, Memphis

Place
South Bluffs is a gated neighborhood located south of Downtown Memphis, Tennessee. The bluff was previously occupied by a 25-acre (10 ha) railroad and switching yard, until 1989 when ground was broken on developing a residential neighborhood. The location of the neighborhood and the views of the Mississippi River have drawn Memphians, such as Pat Halloran and Henry Turley, to purchase homes within the neighborhood.

Tennessee Brewery

Place
The Tennessee Brewery building stands at the intersection of Butler and Tennessee streets in Memphis, Tennessee. It is directly on the bluff overlooking the Mississippi River. The building once housed the Tennessee Brewing Company, a leader in early brewery production.

Orpheum Theatre (Memphis)

Building
The Orpheum Theatre, a 2,308-seat venue listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is located in downtown Memphis, Tennessee, on the southwest corner of the intersection of South Main and Beale streets. The Orpheum, along with the Halloran Centre for Performing Arts & Education, compose the Orpheum Theatre Group, a community-supported nonprofit corporation that operates and maintains the venues and presents education programs.

South Main Arts District, Memphis

Place
The South Main Arts District in Memphis, Tennessee makes up the southern portion of Downtown Memphis. It is located along South Main Street.

Memphis Trail of Tears Historical Marker

Historical
Comments
Ambra
2024/05/27
Finally went to Big River crossing
Mike
2024/07/31
Route Details

Length

3.2 mi

Elev. Gain

147.6 ft

Est. Steps

7500
Created by
Heather:
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