Rail Rider Excursions
COVID CANCELLATION NOTICE
NPOV Lions Club has made the very difficult decision to suspend NPOV Lions Railriders 2020 season due to the coronavirus (COVID-19). We have been closely monitoring the guidance and recommendations of federal, state, and local public health agencies. Given the guidelines from these authorities we know this is the responsible decision to provide a safe and healthy environment for our guests and Lions. We hope you understand and will plan to “ride the rails” in 2021 with NPOV Lions Railriders.
WELCOME RAIL RIDERS
A new adventure brought to you by the North Pend Oreille Valley Lions Club
LET’S RIDE
2020 SEASON IS HERE!
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 north, up to the impressive Box Canyon Trestle, then south through scenic pastureland. A round trip of 9 miles. Rides start in June and continue through summer and into October when the beautiful fall colors arrive. Hurry, get your tickets today!
2020 Schedule
Ride Dates & Times
JUNE 27 & 28 (SAT – SUN)
9:00am ~ 12:00pm ~ 3:00pm
JULY 11 & 12(SAT – SUN)
9:00am ~ 12:00pm ~ 3:00pm
JULY 25 & 26 (SAT – SUN)
(25th) 1:00pm ~ 4:00pm
(26th) 12:00pm ~ 3:00pm
SEPT 19 & 20(SAT – SUN)
9:00am ~ 12:00pm ~ 3:00pm
OCT 3 & 4(SAT – SUN)
11:00am ~ 2:00pm
OCT 10 & 11(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 [...]
Our Story
In 1981, NPOV Lion's Club started a train ride that carried 60 passengers along the scenic Pend Oreille River from Ione to Metaline Falls. The success of the ride [...]
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 a 2 hour tour totaling 9 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. Railriders cannot
accommodate carry on items such as backpacks, ice chests or other bulky items. 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.