Park on the banks of the Mississippi commemorating those who helped others during the yellow fever epidemic in 1878. The park offers a good access point for rides on the Mississippi River Trail bike route or other bikeways from downtown.

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January 29, 2024

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August 19, 2024

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This small park is located on the banks of the Mississippi River and was created in remembrance of those involved in the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1878. The park connects to a paved path that follows the Mississippi River Trail bike route and connects to some of the nearby parks to the north.

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1. Mississippi River Trail and Midtown Loop

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This easy 21.1-mile road cycling route combines scenic views of the Mississippi River with the urban greenery of Memphis's Midtown Loop.

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2. Downtown Memphis to Shelby Farms loop

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This moderate 34.6-mile road cycling loop connects Downtown Memphis to Shelby Farms Park, offering urban and natural scenery.

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3. Memphis Queen Line Riverboats – Big River Crossing loop from Rhodes College

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Location: Memphis, Shelby County, Tennessee, United States

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Memphis Martyrs Park

1. Mississippi River Trail and Midtown Loop

2. Downtown Memphis to Shelby Farms loop

3. Memphis Queen Line Riverboats – Big River Crossing loop from Rhodes College

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