WELCOME RAIL RIDERS
A new adventure brought to you by the North Pend Oreille Valley Lions Club
LET’S RIDE
2018 OPENING SEASON
The NPOV Lions now have a new, exciting, family fun event…RAIL RIDERS! Enjoy the unique experience of a four seated, pedal powered, railroad bicycle along the beautiful, scenic Pend Oreille River in Ione, WA. First, ride south through scenic pastureland then north, up to the impressive Box Canyon Trestle. A round trip of 12 miles. Rides start at the the end of May 2018 and continue through summer and into October when the beautiful fall colors arrive. Hurry, get your tickets today!
2019 Schedule
Ride Dates & Times
JUNE 15 & 16 (SAT – SUN)
9:00am ~ 12:00pm ~ 3:00pm
JULY 6 & 7(SAT – SUN)
9:00am ~ 12:00pm ~ 3:00pm
JULY 27 & 28 (SAT – SUN)
1:00pm ~ 4:00pm
AUG 31 & SEPT 1(SAT – SUN)
9:00am ~ 12:00pm ~ 3:00pm
OCT 5 & 6(SAT – SUN)
11:00am ~ 2:00pm
OCT 12 & 13(SAT – SUN)
11:00am ~ 2:00pm
NPOV LIONS CLUB
ABOUT RAIL RIDERS
Rail Bike History
Pedal powered rail vehicles date back to at least the 1850’s, when maintenance workers used hand-cars and ‘rail bikes’ to travel along the tracks. They were used [...]
The Rail Riders
The Rails Rider cars are a pedal powered vehicle that sits atop railroad tracks. Here are a few images of our rail riders under construction for the inaugural 2018 season. [...]
Enjoy the view
GO EXPLORE
Watch our video to get an idea of how fun pedaling a rail rider can be. Explore the scenic railway along the Pend Oreille River for an hour tour totaling 12 miles.
WHAT TO BRING
Bring your adventurous spirit, friends and family
You’ll want to wear comfortable and loose fitting clothes suitable for hiking or cycling. You might work up a sweat! Wet weather gear is recommended if rain is forecast. Closed toed shoes are recommended. Storage is available behind the seats for small bags such as fanny packs or small day packs.Please secure personal items in your vehicle. Sunscreen, a hat, bug spray and water are recommended – it can be hot out on the rails!
SHARED EXPERIENCES
HAPPY RIDERS
This is the coolest adventure I’ve been on. How neat to be able to pedal your own rail car.
This is the coolest adventure I’ve been on. How neat to be able to pedal your own rail car.