Do you like train rides? How about bicycling? What about taking in the gorgeous views along the Narragansett Bay? If you answered yes to any of those questions, we have the perfect adventure for you. Jump onto this scenic railroad tour along the bay in Rhode Island for a truly unique outing.
Get ready for the ride of a lifetime on the beautiful Aquidneck Island. Rail Explorers allows you to ride the historic rails of no longer used train tracks in Rhode Island.
Rail Explorers are low to the ground bikes that ride on train tracks. Lock into the rails where you can be your own conductor. Pedal the bike to give yourself steam, however, this activity is totally hands-free. Take pictures, have a snack or just soak in all the fantastic scenery along the way.
There is no balancing or steering involved unlike in the olden days. The first pedal-powered rail bikes date back to the mid-1800s and were used by maintenance workers to navigate the tracks to make repairs. These current models are the global leader in safety, design, and ease of operation.
Choose your adventure. Rail Explorers has two unique trips running regularly in addition to some specialty tours like Fireside Friday and the Full Moon Tour.
The Northern Ramble is a six-mile ride from Portsmouth to the Sakonnet along the bay. Return by shuttle bus to the station after this epic one-way ride.
The Southern Circuit is a 6-mile round trip (3 miles out, 3 miles back). Begin at the Portsmouth Station and head to the Bayside Station where you'll stop for a break at the waterfront picnic area before heading back.
Each tour lasts roughly two hours and is a wonderful opportunity for all ages to see views of Rhode Island you can only get from the rail lines. Grab some friends or family and take this extra special trip.
Tandem bikes rent for $75 for two riders while Quad bikes rent for $125 for four riders. Check-in for the tours at 1 Alexander Rd., Portsmouth, RI. Learn more by visiting the Rail Explorer website.
Doesn’t this scenic railroad tour look amazing? Who would you like to ride the rails with? If you’re feeling extra lazy and would prefer to let someone else do all the work, board this train for a two-hour relaxing fall foliage ride.
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