This division is currently closed for the season and ticket sales will reopen in January 2026. Gift cards for next season are still available for purchase.
This division is currently closed for the season and ticket sales will reopen in January 2026. Gift cards for next season are still available for purchase.
12 miles | 2 hours
Ride under a cool canopy of trees alongside the crystal clear waters of the Buffalo Creek. Bring a snack to enjoy at the creekside turnaround area on this 12 mile round trip.
All railbikes are fitted with an electric assist motor, making the journey effortless.
12 miles | 2 hours
Enjoy the Buffalo Creek Cruise at dusk and experience the thrill of riding through the dark with with personal lanterns and the moonlight to guide your way. Depending on the season, this tour may return after dark.
All railbikes are fitted with an electric assist motor, making the journey effortless.
The Buffalo Creek Cruise is a 12 mile round trip steeped in history, where the lush woods of Clay County are reflected in the crystal clear water of Buffalo Creek.
Pedal past a wrecked train car, the Devil's Sawmill Waterfall and high rock cliffs under a canopy of trees.
Bring a snack to enjoy at the creekside turnaround area beside the Sandfork Bridge.
All railbikes are fitted with the 'REX Propulsion System' - custom built electric motors that make the journey truly effortless.
About the Route
Tours: Buffalo Creek Cruise, Buffalo Creek Lantern Cruise
Total Distance: 12 miles
Duration: 2 hours
The Buffalo Creek Cruise is a 12 mile round trip steeped in history, where the lush woods of Clay County are reflected in the crystal clear water of Buffalo Creek.
Pedal past a wrecked train car, the Devil's Sawmill Waterfall and high rock cliffs under a canopy of trees.
Bring a snack to enjoy at the creekside turnaround area beside the Sandfork Bridge.
All railbikes are fitted with the 'REX Propulsion System' - custom built electric motors that make the journey truly effortless.
The Buffalo Creek and Gauley Railroad opened in 1904, winding 18.6 miles between Dundon (now the Rail Explorers Depot) and Widen.
The Elk River Coal & Lumber Co’s magnificent steam engines once hauled thousands of tons of coal from the mine at Widen, and millions of feet of lumber from the sawmill at Swandale.
During a coal miners’ strike of 1952 the Sand Fork Bridge was dynamited and completely destroyed.
Severe flooding in 2016 again destroyed the Sand Fork Bridge and many other sections of the railroad were washed away. Federal, State and local efforts ensured that the railroad was rebuilt and able to be used today.
Rail Explorers customers can use their wristbands to get 10% off any sandwich!