You’ll Absolutely Love A Ride On Washington's Ride The Rails This Summer
The Northwest Railway Museum is Washington’s largest and most comprehensive railroad museum. Located in historic Snoqualmie, the museum sees more than 130,000 visitors each year. And in the summertime, guests can opt to Ride the Rails on the weekends, cruising on a scenic train ride between North Bend and Snoqualmie Falls. This is a great way to see some of Washington’s most beautiful scenery like never before.
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The Northwest Railway Museum was founded in 1957. Back then, it was called the Puget Sound Railway Historical Association, taking its current name in 1999. The museum's exhibits are located in the former passenger waiting areas and freight room.
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Guests can come for both Mother's and Father's Day weekends, ride themed dinner trains, and even ride a steam train.
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Thomas is instantly recognizable by children and kids at heart, and it's fun riding with Thomas the Tank Engine.
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It also gives riders a one-of-a-kind glimpse of Snoqaulmie Falls.
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Still, it's most popular during the summertime, and it's easy to see why.
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Summer trains do fill up fast, so if you're concerned, you can buy your tickets online ahead of time. Special events like Day Out with Thomas require advanced purchase.
Have you ridden one of Washington’s trains yet?
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Northwest Railway Museum, Snoqualmie Depot, 38625 SE King St, Snoqualmie, WA 98065, USA