About 35 miles East of Elk Grove, take a tour with Rail Explorers and experience the magic of the railroad like never before! Ride the rails on our pedal-powered 'Rail Explorers' - a unique activity suitable for everyone.

The Gold Country Express

The Gold Country Express traces the contours of rolling hills revealing panoramic views from the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains all the way to the Coastal Ranges. You'll ride the Amador Central Railroad, originally called the Ione and Eastern built in 1904. Imagine the hills crowded with miners hoping to strike it rich during the gold rush of the 1800's.
Bring a drink and snack to enjoy at the turnaround area above the old Newton Copper Mine, built in 1863.
All Explorers are fitted with the 'REX Propulsion System' - custom built electric motors that make the 8 mile round trip journey truly effortless.

Tour duration: 2 hours

The Golden Hour Ride

Experience the Gold Country Express as the sun dips towards the horizon, bathing the hills and fields in magical Golden Hour light.
The Gold Country Express traces the contours of rolling hills revealing panoramic views from the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains all the way to the Coastal Ranges. You'll ride the Amador Central Railroad, originally called the Ione and Eastern built in 1904. Imagine the hills crowded with miners hoping to strike it rich during the gold rush of the 1800's.
Bring a drink and snack to enjoy at the turnaround area above the old Newton Copper Mine, built in 1863.
All Explorers are fitted with the 'REX Propulsion System' - custom built electric motors that make the 8 mile round trip journey truly effortless.
*Note Golden Hour light is subject to weather conditions

Tour duration: 2 hours.