Rail Explorers Las Vegas operate pedal-powered cart excursions on a 4-mile route from the Boulder City train museum to Railroad Pass Casino. Both two and 4-passenger rail bikes are available for this primarily downhill ride.
The return trip to the Nevada Southern Railway Museum is on board one of the museum’s passenger trains. Anyone can enjoy this adventure; most of the way is very easy. The last 1/2 mile has a slight incline and requires pedal power from the passengers.
Day Time Rail Excursions
Guests can choose between three 90-minute tour options. The Southwest Ramble is a daytime tour and includes free entry to the train museum. These tours leave, and 2:30 am on weekdays, and 11.00 am on weekends. Reservations are recommended.
Evening Rail Excursions
Evening rides last 90 minutes and are popular during the summer months. Choices include a sunset ride and a nighttime lantern ride. Each rail cart has a small basket where you carry drinks and snacks to enjoy while you wait for the return train ride.
Rail Explorers Las Vegas What To Expect
Each tour consists of about 15 pedal-powered rail carts. Before you start, you are instructed on how the cart operates, along with a safety check. Each cart is sent off one at a time with a tour guide in front and one following up in the rear. Since it’s mostly downhill, the carts can easily reach 15 mph with minimal effort.
Carts travel along the same tracks used in the construction of the same tracks used during the construction of Hoover Dam. Since no steering is required, passengers have plenty of time to take in the desert scenery. You can also bring your dog along for the ride.
Tickets and Reservations
Tours can be booked online at the Rail Explorers Website. Rides cost about $45 per person and last 90-minutes. Before or after the time (daytime), you can walk around Nevada Southern Railway Museum and view all the beautiful displays.
Address: Nevada State Railroad Museum Boulder City is located at 601 Yucca Street Boulder City, Nevada.