Railbiking Is a New Adventurous Way to Experience Train Travel — Here Are the Best Places to Try It in the U.S.

"My husband and I rode the Mount Hood Railroad's bright red, side-by-side tandem railbikes in Hood River, Oregon, and it felt like pedaling a recumbent bike with metal wheels providing stability; you don't steer, you can take photos while pedaling, and there's an optional pedal-assist motor for hills. The 100-year-old railway was bought and repurposed for railbiking by local Scott Webster, who currently runs 13 bikes and fields thousands of reservations months in advance. A guide leads the way as a gentle pedal sets the pace — we averaged about 12 mph and completed the entire 11-mile route in just over two hours — and the ride is quiet, low-impact, nonpolluting, and appropriate for people of all ages, with a hand brake and plenty of space between bikes." - Rebecca Deurlein Rebecca Deurlein Rebecca Deurlein believes everything is interesting, and she loves finding the story everywhere she goes. Her passion is discovering people and places that have gone unnoticed and bringing light to what makes them unique. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines