How interested are you in riding scenic or tourist railroads? Maybe you’ve already crossed a few famous routes off your bucket list, or perhaps you’ve never really given them much thought. Either way, we’d love to know where you stand.
There’s something undeniably nostalgic about traveling by train. Instead of white-knuckle traffic, endless construction zones, and watching your fuel gauge creep toward empty, you can simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenery rolling by. Some of the most famous tourist railroads wind through breathtaking mountain passes, hug dramatic coastlines, cross towering bridges, or travel through places that aren’t accessible by road at all.
Many RVers already seek out beautiful drives, so it’s no surprise that scenic railroads often make great side trips during an RV adventure. You can park the rig for the day and experience everything from vintage steam locomotives to modern panoramic glass-domed cars, depending on the railroad.
Some rides last less than an hour, while others become all-day adventures complete with meals or historic narration.
Of course, they’re not for everyone. Some people would rather be behind the wheel, stopping whenever they want and exploring at their own pace. Others love the idea of letting someone else do the driving for a change.
So what about you? How interested are you in riding scenic or tourist railroads? Cast your vote below, and if you’ve taken one you absolutely loved—or one you wouldn’t recommend—leave a comment and tell us where it was and what made it memorable.
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