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Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
Cape Cod Central Railroad
Nevada Northern Railway
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
Denali Star
Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Ethan Allen Express
Great Smoky Mountain Railroad
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway
Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company and Museum
Mount Hood Railroad
Mount Washington Cog Railway
Coast Starlight
Roaring Camp Railroad
Strasburg Railroad
Grand Canyon Railway
The Heber Creeper
The Texas State Railroad
Virginia & Truckee Railroad
Western Maryland Scenic Railroad
Wilmington & Western Railroad
Cass Scenic Railway
Train rides are one of the most fun experiences that people can have when traveling. It’s also one of the most overlooked as road trips and plane rides have overtaken them in popularity due to time and convenience. If you’re planning a trip with the little ones, take the opportunity to go on some of North America’s most scenic rail journeys, which are guaranteed to offer picturesque views that can’t be experienced with any other mode of transportation. No matter if you’re looking for a half-hour ride on an historic route or a 15+ hour journey spanning multiple states, our list of train rides that are suitable for kids will ensure that passengers of all ages will have the time of their life.
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