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Coffee and Canopy: National Take a Hike Day
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Title: Coffee and Canopy: National Take a Hike Day Morning Walk
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | 8:00 AM
Location: Woodland Trail Trailhead
Distance / Difficulty: 1-mile loop | Easy to Moderate
Kick off National Take a Hike Day with crisp morning air, fresh coffee, and golden forest light.
Grab your favorite travel mug and join us at 8:00 AM for Coffee and Canopy, an easy, guided 1-mile stroll through the Woodland Trail loop. As the sun burns through the morning mist, we’ll take in the changing late-autumn canopy, listen for early-morning songbirds, and watch for active wildlife caching food before the winter chill sets in.
Whether you're starting your morning with an active brisk walk or looking for an excuse to sip your coffee beneath the trees, this is the perfect, stress-free way to hit the trail.
- What to bring: Sturdy walking shoes, warm layers, and your favorite travel mug of coffee, tea, or cocoa.
- Terrain: Natural dirt footpath with exposed roots, wooden footbridges, and gentle rolling terrain.
- Cost: Free (All ages welcome)
- Event Host
- Ranger ANDe Demetriou
- ande.demetriou@tn.gov
- 9018765215
- Price
- $10.00 Attendee + Donation
$20.00 Attendee + Donation
$10.00 Attendee + Donation (Not Attending)
$20.00 Attendee + Donation (Not Attending)
Escape to the heart of Memphis at Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, a sprawling natural oasis encompassing 12,539 acres. This park offers a diverse landscape, from the majestic Chickasaw Bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River to the serene beauty of Poplar Tree Lake. Whether you're seeking thrilling outdoor adventures or a peaceful retreat into nature, Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park promises an unforgettable experience.
