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.
2 hours
Enjoy the Southern Circuit as the sun sets over Narragansett Bay. Relax at Bayside Station and then pedal back as the twilight deepens.
90 minutes
Enjoy the Southern Circuit at twilight! Features private fire pits and complimentary s’mores.
6 miles | 2 hours
Experience the Southern Circuit after dark, with personal lanterns and the moonlight to guide your way. Cozy up with a personal fire pit and enjoy complimentary s’mores at the exclusive Bayside Station.
2 hours
Ride the Southern Circuit to brunch at the exclusive Bayside Station picnic area overlooking Narragansett Bay. Tour includes Mimosas, Bloody-Marys, freshly baked pastries, coffee, and more.
6 miles | 90 minutes
Enjoy a leisurely expedition along 6 miles of spectacular coastline, passing through waterfront estates, golf courses, and the Audubon Society Nature Preserve. One way tour with shuttle bus pickup.
6 miles | 90 minutes
Pedal through the coastal woodlands of Aquidneck Island and enjoy the exclusive picnic area overlooking Narragansett Bay on this 6 mile round trip.
The Southern Circuit begins at the Rail Explorers Depot at Portsmouth Grove Station.
You'll pedal south past historic Weaver Cove, where in 1776 an armada of the British Navy anchored and prepared for invasion.
Take in beautiful water views, sea breezes, and look out for osprey nests along the way.
The turnaround point is Bayside Station, the exclusive waterfront picnic area featuring Rail Explorers' signature red adirondack chairs, fire pits and spectacular panoramic views over Narragansett Bay.
Bring a snack and drinks to enjoy before pedalling back to the depot.
South
Tours: Southern Circuit, Sunday Brunch, Fireside, Lantern Ride
Total Distance: 6 miles
Duration: 1.5 hours
The Southern Circuit begins at the Rail Explorers Depot at Portsmouth Grove Station.
You'll pedal south past historic Weaver Cove, where in 1776 an armada of the British Navy anchored and prepared for invasion.
Take in beautiful water views, sea breezes, and look out for osprey nests along the way.
The turnaround point is Bayside Station, the exclusive waterfront picnic area featuring Rail Explorers' signature red adirondack chairs, fire pits and spectacular panoramic views over Narragansett Bay.
Bring a snack and drinks to enjoy before pedalling back to the depot.
The Northern Ramble explorers 6 miles of Aquidneck Island's coast between Portsmouth Grove Station and Hummocks Station.
You'll pedal through private waterfront estates, 2 golf courses, and coastal woodlands. Look out for the topiary animals as you pass the Newport Preservation Society Topiary Gardens. Osprey are often seen as you travel through and the waterfront Audubon Society Nature Preserve.
Many of these unique perspectives are only accesible from the railroad.
The Northern Ramble tour is a one way railbike ride and a shuttle bus.
The Northern Ramble does not feature the midway picnic area accessed on the Southern Circuit tours.
North
Tours: Northern Ramble
Total Distance: 6 miles
Duration: 2 hours
The Northern Ramble explorers 6 miles of Aquidneck Island's coast between Portsmouth Grove Station and Hummocks Station.
You'll pedal through private waterfront estates, 2 golf courses, and coastal woodlands. Look out for the topiary animals as you pass the Newport Preservation Society Topiary Gardens. Osprey are often seen as you travel through and the waterfront Audubon Society Nature Preserve.
Many of these unique perspectives are only accesible from the railroad.
The Northern Ramble tour is a one way railbike ride and a shuttle bus.
The Northern Ramble does not feature the midway picnic area accessed on the Southern Circuit tours.
Rail Explorers follows the route that was once part of the Old Colony Railroad. The Newport line opened on February 1, 1864.
Passenger service reached an all time high during the summers of 1912 and 1913, when twenty-four trains per day ran along these rails.
Passenger service ended in 1938, but freight trains continued to run on these rails until the Sakonnet River Bridge was damaged in 1980. The rails are now owned by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation.
Today Rail Explorers is proud to join the Newport & Narragansett Bay Railroad to once again welcome locals and visitors to ride these scenic and historic rails.
All Rail Explorers can soar the skies with 10% off your tour! Must show wristband at checkout.