It doesn't matter how old you are or whether or not you've got children to bring. A trip to the Los Angeles Live Steamers Railroad and Museum is fun, no matter your age. Located in the rolling hills of Griffith Park, the LSRM has been putting smiles on faces since 1956. Started by a handful of … [Read more...]
Southern California Railway Museum Perris Day Trip
If you love trains, the Southern California Railway Museum is the perfect day trip destination. Located in Perris, California, the railroad museum was founded in 1956 at the Pinacate Station as the "Orange Empire Trolley Museum." Many of the locomotives on display were rescued from scrap yards … [Read more...]
Places To Ride Trains in Nevada Historic Railroads
Since the early days of silver and gold mining, Trains have been part of Nevada. Steam locomotives were used to haul the ore and carry in building material. Today several historic Nevada railroads still carry passengers on excursions. Nevada also has several museums that preserve the railroad … [Read more...]
Skunk Train Day Trip Northern California Train Ride
Skunk Train-Fort Bragg California Northern California's Skunk Train at Fort Bragg is a 100-year-old rail line that is operated by the Mendocino Railway as a tourist attraction. The rail line runs 40 miles from Fort Bragg to Willits on US Highway 101. The train crosses numerous bridges and … [Read more...]
Folsom City Zoo Day Trip With a Fun Train Ride
The Folsom City Zoo is smaller than most zoos but has various animals to see and a fun train to ride. There is a surprising assortment of animals housed at the Folsom City Zoo. Most of these critters are orphaned, seized, or relinquished and cannot be released into the wild. View everything from … [Read more...]
Colorado Day Trips For a Weekend Adventure
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad The Durango and Silverton Railroad takes passengers on a 45-mile journey through Colorado's the San Juan Mountains. The train ride offers a step back into the history of southwestern Colorado, coupled with unforgettable views from every window of the … [Read more...]
Royal Gorge Route Railroad Colorado
The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is located in Canon City, Colorado. The train travels through the scenic Royal Gorge on a two-hour-long excursion. This train trip is regarded as America's most spectacular railroad journey. There is no doubt that this is a truly unforgettable experience of incredible … [Read more...]
Sonoma Train Town Day Trip
Sonoma Train Town Day Trip Located in the heart of Sonoma County, Sonoma Train Town has been entertaining locals and travelers since the late 1960s. Just 13 miles west of Napa and about an hour north of San Francisco, this charming amusement park is a perfect day trip for grade school children … [Read more...]
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Colorado is home to the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a 3 feet wide heritage railroad that operates between Durango and Silverton. Designated as a National Historic Landmark and a Historic Civil Engineering Landmark, the 45-mile ride on this historic railroad is a must when you’re in … [Read more...]
Nevada Northern Railway Museum Day Trip
Nevada Northern Railway in Ely is a functional historic railroad and museum. A visit to this museum will let you see a real working 19th-century steam locomotive in all its grit and glory. Ely has a long history of rail dating back to the early 1900s. Both freight and passenger trains served the … [Read more...]
Travel Town Train Museum Griffith Park Day Trip
Travel Town Train Museum was dedicated on December 14, 1952, and ever since has been delighting railroad fans of all ages. One of the most popular attractions in Travel Town is the miniature train that circles the museum. Visitors can view a collection of locomotives, cabooses, passenger cars, … [Read more...]
Roaring Camps Railroads Day Trip Santa Cruz California
Roaring Camps Railroad is a wonderful day trip the whole family can enjoy, from grandparents to little ones. If you are in the Santa Cruz Area, put this amazing train on the top of your to-do list. Roaring Camp features two train trips. The Redwood Forest Steam train ride and the longer Santa … [Read more...]
Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad
The Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad are some of the most scenic train rides in America. The train ride takes passengers on a 64-mile long day trip from Chama in New Mexico to Antonito in Colorado. Interestingly, the railroad's name is from two geological features along the route, the 10,022-foot … [Read more...]
Cripple Creek Narrow Gauge Railroad Colorado
If you’re looking for an outstandingly scenic journey through Colorado’s hills and valleys, then a ride on the historic Cripple Creek and Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad is a perfect destination. Located within the Cripple Creek Historic District and a designated National Historic Landmark, the … [Read more...]
Heber Valley Historic Railroad Utah
Utah is home to the historic Heber Valley Railroad, one of Heber Valley’s most popular attractions. Covering 16 miles between Heber Valley and Vivian Park in Provo Canyon, this scenic railroad takes you on a ride to the edge of Deer Creek Reservoir. The round trip excursion lasts about three hours … [Read more...]