Discover the best scenic train rides across the US this summer, from coastlines and Rockies to historic steam journeys.

The California Western Railroad, also known as the Skunk Train, took the 10th and final spot in a USA Today list of the “Best Scenic Train Ride (2025),” released in May.

Downeast Horizons brings smiles to over 150 individuals with developmental disabilities through a 12-mile train ride on the ...

The Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad is beginning its long road to recovery after a fire destroyed it. “In the weeks since the deliberate arson that destroyed our largest trestle, we’ve been ...

The closest scenic train ride to Denver on the list, the Georgetown Loop Railroad took the No. 8 spot. Visitors can take the 75-minute ride between Georgetown and Silver Plume, traveling on a ...

The railroad’s lineup of events includes scenic excursions, murder mysteries, dinner trains and themed rides for families. For all excursions, passengers are asked to arrive 45 minutes before ...

Most trips are 90 minutes roundtrip, with a 30-minute train ride each way and a 30-minute layover. The Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad has both indoor and outdoor, open-air cars.