Hitting the open road under your own pedal power is a great way to get exercise. But if you’d like to do it without worrying about navigating through traffic, embarking upon a rail bike is a unique outdoor adventure in the Sacramento area.

The rail bike adventure is offered by the River Fox Train Company.
Sacramento RiverTrain Facebook Page
The line, which extends approximately 28 miles, was originally built by the Northern Electric Company in 1911. In the beginning, it was a passenger line, later changing to a carrier for diesel freight.
These pedal-powered vehicles are a great way to combine exercise and sightseeing.
Sacramento RiverTrain Facebook Page
The rail bikes are built for one or two passengers, and if you don’t have your own, the company provides a helmet.
Perfect for ages 6 and older, the journey is 10 miles roundtrip and takes place rain or shine.
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The route traverses through the Yolo County countryside along the Sacramento River, providing spectacular up-close-and-personal views.

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Riders of all skill levels will feel comfortable when pedaling the rail bikes.
Sacramento RiverTrain Facebook Page
If you need a little break, or if the grade of a hill is a bit too much for you, there is an optional motorized assist that you can engage to keep you rolling along.
Singles, doubles, and groups of all kinds embark upon the adventure here.
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A day on the rails would make a great outing for corporate teambuilding, a group of friends, or a special event such as a family reunion, anniversary, birthday...you name it!
Sacramento’s Old Garden Highway never looked so beautiful.
Sacramento RiverTrain Facebook Page
If you prefer to ride the train, the River Fox Train Company offers an array of travel themes including Happy Hour, Fancy Hat Tea, beer and wine, Valentine’s, and other excursions.

Great exercise, fresh air, picturesque views, and great memories. These are just a few reasons why a rail bike adventure should be on your Sacramento area adventure bucket list.

Have you ridden on a railbike with the River Fox Train Company? If so, we’d love to see your photos and hear about your experience.

If you’re clamoring for other al fresco adventures, check out “12 Epic Outdoorsy Things Anyone In Northern California Can Do.“

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River Fox Train, 18095 Co Rd 117, West Sacramento, CA 95691, USA