All Aboard
Bike 'n' Ride Train
Take a train ride and return by bike. On the way back from the train’s destination point we will drop you
and your bike off to continue your ride west, or return east, back to Chehalis via Willapa Hills Trail (WHT)
Departure
Dates:
Every Saturday & Sunday
May through September
Times:
10:00 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
Duration
One hour ride
Available only on regular weekend excursions, NOT available on Event Trains.
Drop off point is at the Willapa Hills Trail (Spooner Road) intersection.
*Distance/Time: approximately 7 miles
(~1 hour ride) back to depot
SEE DETAILS BELOW
Fares
Adults: $29
Child (5-12): $21
Seniors (62+): $27
*There is a $10 fee per bike in addition to regular fares
4 and under ride FREE
Reserve your space in advance when you buy your ticket online.
Walkups welcome at depot.
20 bike limit per train.
Dining
There are no meal options with this train ride, however, there will be an option to purchase snacks & beverages from our depot.
Accessibility
All trains have limited wheel chair accessibility. Pre-boarding is available. 24 inch passageways. Ramps to Depot and to train. Gravel parking lot. ADA parking & restrooms available. ADA restroom at depot only.
Please visit our Accessibility Page or give us a call at (360) 748-9593 for more details.
Enjoy the Trail by Rail, Bike, or Both!
Built as a railroad in the late 1800s, this rail-to-trail allows travel between Chehalis and Raymond, ending east of the Washington Pacific Coast. The Willapa Hills Trail, formally known as Willapa Hills State Park Trail (Discover Pass required), is intended for non-motorized vehicles. The trail stretches 56 miles in total, with 22 miles between Chehalis and Pe Ell continuously accessible as of early June 2016.
Bicycles other than lightweight road bikes are recommended for the trail, which can be enjoyed by fat-tire bicycle enthusiasts. It is suitable for families as it is relatively flat, passable in most weather conditions, and accessible from eight trailheads along its route. The most popular trailhead is located in Chehalis, WA at Exit 77, just one mile off Interstate 5.
A unique option for experiencing the trail is the Bike and Ride Train Excursion. Running parallel to the Willapa Hills Trails on the Northern Pacific rail line is the former Chehalis Western Line, operated by the scenic Chehalis Centralia Railroad. This tourist train transports passengers and their bikes seven miles from the Depot, where riders can continue on the Willapa Hills Trail or return to their starting point. These rides are available every weekend, three times a day.
The Willapa Hills State Park Trail passes through traditional territories of several Chinookan and Coast Salish Indigenous peoples, whose present-day descendants include members of the Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation, and Cowlitz Indian Tribe.
*All-terrain tires recommended!
The cost for the train ride is $29 for adults, $27 for seniors (62+), and $21 for children (5-12), plus an additional $10 to check a bike on board. We are offering this Bike & Ride train every Saturday and Sunday from May through September. Rides are at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 4 p.m.. The train ride portion of your journey is about 45 minutes from Chehalis to Spooner Road.
Click here to reserve tickets or call (360) 748-9593 for more information. Walk-ups welcome. Each ride is limited to 20 bikes. Free parking.
Enjoy the Trail by Rail, Bike, or Both!
Built as a railroad in the late 1800s, this rail-to-trail allows travel between Chehalis and Raymond, ending east of the Washington Pacific Coast. The Willapa Hills Trail, formally known as Willapa Hills State Park Trail (Discover Pass required), is intended for non-motorized vehicles. The trail stretches 56 miles in total, with 22 miles between Chehalis and Pe Ell continuously accessible as of early June 2016.
Bicycles other than lightweight road bikes are recommended for the trail, which can be enjoyed by fat-tire bicycle enthusiasts. It is suitable for families as it is relatively flat, passable in most weather conditions, and accessible from eight trailheads along its route. The most popular trailhead is located in Chehalis, WA at Exit 77, just one mile off Interstate 5.
A unique option for experiencing the trail is the Bike and Ride Train Excursion. Running parallel to the Willapa Hills Trails on the Northern Pacific rail line is the former Chehalis Western Line, operated by the scenic Chehalis Centralia Railroad. This tourist train transports passengers and their bikes seven miles from the Depot, where riders can continue on the Willapa Hills Trail or return to their starting point. These rides are available every weekend, three times a day.
The Willapa Hills State Park Trail passes through traditional territories of several Chinookan and Coast Salish Indigenous peoples, whose present-day descendants include members of the Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation, and Cowlitz Indian Tribe.
*All-terrain tires recommended!
The cost for the train ride is $29 for adults, $27 for seniors (62+), and $21 for children (5-12), plus an additional $10 to check a bike on board. We are offering this Bike & Ride train every Saturday and Sunday from May through September. Rides are at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 4 p.m.. The train ride portion of your journey is about 45 minutes from Chehalis to Spooner Road.
Click here to reserve tickets or call (360) 748-9593 for more information. Walk-ups welcome. Each ride is limited to 20 bikes. Free parking.
Looking for more ways to enjoy the Willapa Trail?
Check out Ride The Willapa, an event by the Lewis County Community Trails Association.
Ride Seating
99 Business Car Parlor
The 99 Business Railcar was originally built in 1915 and was converted from a standard sleeping car to a business car for the Spokane, Portland and Seattle (SP&S) railroad in 1926. The car is a fully restored executive coach featuring a climate-controlled parlor that once served as a rolling office and lounge for railroad officials. Upholstered armchairs provide seating for six, and a rear observation platform is perfect for taking in the passing scenery. Originally used for high-level meetings and inspections along the rail line, the 99 now offers passengers a nostalgic glimpse into the golden age of train travel.
99 Business Car Dining Room
The 99 Business Railcar is a luxurious vintage coach built for both comfort & prestige. Once reserved for railroad tycoons, it is now the perfect gathering space for groups of 6-8 to experience what it was like to ride the rails in style.
The car was upgraded in 1959 with all the modern amenities of the time and features original interiors, comfortable seating, and climate control. Featuring two sleeper rooms, two private staterooms and a kitchen area.
Chehalis Centralia Railroad & Museum obtained the car and refurbished it in 2017. With its refined atmosphere and historic charm, the SP&S 99 offers a first-class glimpse into the golden era of rail travel.
#801 Outside Seating
#601 Coach
#602 Coach
