It’s time to plan your next road trip, because this Railbiking opportunity in the Adirondacks is way too cool to ignore. Revolution Rail Co—a company that offers paddle boat-like peddle-cars that ride on existing rail road tracks—offers a one-of-a-kind experience along the banks of the Hudson River, even leading riders over a scenic trestle bridge! Just hurry up and get your tickets, because it’s selling out quickly.
Photograph: Courtesy Revolution Rail Co.
One of the best parts about Railbiking is that it’s pretty easy, meaning anyone can come along for the ride—even your kids! Infants can ride with a parent in a front-mounted child carrier (like a Baby Bjorn), as can toddlers, though if your toddler is old enough to hold his/her head up, five-point harnesses are provided and they can ride along in their own seat (kids ages 4 and up can have their own seat, using seatbelt harnesses provided).
Photograph: Courtesy Revolution Rail Co.
Tours take about two hours on a six-mile out-and-back trail. See the revrail.com website for more details!
Photograph: Courtesy Revolution Rail Co.
3 Railroad Place, North Creek (518-251-2345, revrail.com). Daily through Oct 31: 8:30am (Sat, Sun only), 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm and 4:30pm. Tandem bike (seats two people) $70, quad bike (seats four people) $130.
For even more fun family adventures, check out our guides to the best family day trips, our favorite staycation ideas and even Governors Island, NY.