08/30/2026
🌄 SUNSET RAIL BIKES IN McCLOUD — 10/10! 🚲🚂
We had the opportunity to take a sunset ride with Shasta Rail Bikes last night, and what a blast!
Our adventure started right in the middle of Historic McCloud, at the brown log cabin on Main Street. We signed in and met our guides, Alayna and Ashley, then took a short walk up Main Street to where our rail bike cars were waiting.
We climbed in—four to a car—buckled up, and got a quick rundown of the safety and operating instructions. And I was SO relieved to learn that I didn’t actually have to pedal the whole time! 😅
The ride starts in town and travels through the old train yard, with so many neat sights along the way—including some incredible views of Mount Shasta. 🏔️
From there, we headed east. One of my favorite parts was crossing over the creek before continuing toward the turnaround point, where the Great Shasta Rail Trail begins and the train tracks come to an end.
We unloaded, stretched our legs, and watched as our guides turned the rail bikes around with impressive ease. Then we climbed back in and headed toward McCloud.
And the sunset did NOT disappoint. 🌅
The horizon glowed in warm shades over the Eddys, gradually fading into cooler twilight tones as the first stars began to appear. The trees danced in the last rays of sunlight, and Mount Shasta absolutely beamed with majesty.
It was one of those moments that reminds you just how beautiful this little corner of the world really is.
If you’re looking for something fun and unique to do on your next visit to McCloud, I definitely recommend taking a ride with Shasta Rail Bikes. Even as a local, I found it to be such a fun and exciting new way to experience the beautiful place we call home.
⭐️ 10/10 — HIGHLY RECOMMEND! ⭐️