Air Quality Warning
We will not operate in unhealthy air quality. If you have a booking between September 17th - 30th, expect the possibility of cancellation.
We use the Air Quality Index (AQI) to determine whether it's safe to operate. AQI Health and Safety ChartWe will not operate with an AQI higher than 150.This is the "Unhealthy" level and recommends not participating in outdoor activities.
We apologize for any inconvenience. This policy is our crews decision and is not negotiable.Please Note:AQIs of 101 to 150 are considered "Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups" including those with respiratory and heart conditions.If these conditions apply to you or someone in your group do not take part in our activities, please wait until AQI levels are below 101.Current and forecast AQI:AQI for our 2-hr Valley Sights and Bigfoot trips out of Joseph, OR AQI for our 4-hr Canyon Twist / River Escape trips out of Minam, OR
Welcome future RailridersTo one of the country's most unique adventures!
2020 Season
May 22 - October 24
Open: Thursday - Monday
Closed: Tuesday & Wednesday
Some of our more hard to come by seats are still available
Stargazing Nighttime Bigfoot Adventure
Saturday 9/19 - 2 seats, Thursday 9/24 - 18 seats, Saturday 9/26 - 12 seats, Thursday 10/1 - 16 seats, Saturday 10/3 - 6 seats, Thursday 10/8 - 18 seats, Saturday 10/10 - 18 seats
4 Hour Minam Trips
Canyon Twist : Friday 9/18 - 8 seats, Saturday 9/19 - 6 seats, Friday 9/25 - 10 seats, Saturday 9/26 - 4 seats, Friday 10/2 - 10 seats, Saturday 10/3 - 10 seats
River Escape : Sunday 9/20 - 4 seats, Sunday 9/27 - 6 seats, Monday 9/28 - 10 seats, Sunday 10/4 - 6 seats, Monday 10/5 - 10 seats, Sunday 10/11 - 14 seats, Monday 10/12 - 14 seats
(these seats are in high demand and will fill quickly)
Stargazing Nighttime Bigfoot Adventure
Saturday 9/19 - 2 seats, Thursday 9/24 - 18 seats, Saturday 9/26 - 12 seats, Thursday 10/1 - 16 seats, Saturday 10/3 - 6 seats, Thursday 10/8 - 18 seats, Saturday 10/10 - 18 seats
4 Hour Minam Trips
Canyon Twist : Friday 9/18 - 8 seats, Saturday 9/19 - 6 seats, Friday 9/25 - 10 seats, Saturday 9/26 - 4 seats, Friday 10/2 - 10 seats, Saturday 10/3 - 10 seats
River Escape : Sunday 9/20 - 4 seats, Sunday 9/27 - 6 seats, Monday 9/28 - 10 seats, Sunday 10/4 - 6 seats, Monday 10/5 - 10 seats, Sunday 10/11 - 14 seats, Monday 10/12 - 14 seats
(these seats are in high demand and will fill quickly)
Book online if available. If within 6 hours of a nighttime trip, or 36 hours of a 4 hour trip please e-mail: info@jbrailriders.com or call us for availability.
Choose Your Adventure
Limited Time Event
Stargazing Bigfoot Hunt
Nighttime Pedal Adventure
1.5 Hour Event - 6 Mile PedalIncludes a stargazing break during turn around
Oregon is one of the top 8 locations in the country for Bigfoot sightings.A quiet pedal down our abandoned rails in the still of the night is the perfect time for a possible encounter.
Join world renowned Bigfoot expert Professor Bravehart on a quest to spot the beast on this spooky* adventure.
If you enjoy spooky, definitely fun, and certainly cheesy adventures this trip is for you!
The first 3 miles of this trip will require little pedaling as your Railrider will be part of a train.
After your mid-point break you'll brave a gentle 3 mile pedal by your lonesome to return up to Joseph.
*This trip will be primarily lit by headlamp, fair warning this can be spooky for young guests and scaredy cats
$50 / Guest
Departs from Joseph
Departure times vary and are outlined on the Book Trip page
This is a Special Limited Time Event
September 19, 24, 26
October 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 18
Our Amazing Trips
Valley Sights
Joseph to Enterprise Round Trip
2 Hour - 12 Mile PedalIncludes a 10 min restroom break
Breathe in the fresh mountain air and views as you enjoy a peaceful pedal through the valley at the base of the majestic Wallowa Mountains
With our optional pedal hybrid electric assist system guests of nearly any fitness level can enjoy this tour$30 / Guest Age 16+ $15 / Guest Ages 0-15$25 / Guest Age 65+Departing from Joseph at 8am, 11am, 2pm, 5pmThursday through Monday
River Escape
Minam to Rondowa Round Trip
4 Hour - 20 Mile PedalIncludes a 30 min no-host lunch break
Escape and leave civilization behind as you journey through a lush canyon following along the scenic flowing Wallowa River to the confluence with the Grand Ronde
This trip has a gentle / mixed incline, all units are pedal powered only. Guests with an average fitness level enjoy this tour most.
$60 / Guest
36 Hour Advanced Booking Preferred
Departs from Minam at 9AM Sunday & Monday
Canyon Twist
Minam to Wallowa River Round Trip
4 Hour - 20 Mile PedalIncludes a 30 min no-host lunch break
Twist through the canyon with towering rock cliffs above as you follow along the scenic tumbling Wallowa River on this wondrous adventure
This trip has a gentle / mixed incline, all units are pedal powered only. Guests with an average fitness level enjoy this tour most.
$60 / Guest
36 Hour Advanced Booking Preferred
Departs from Minam at 9AM Friday & Saturday
Wonderful activity for...
Families
Families of all ages and sizes enjoy Railriding
Children up to age 7 enjoy riding along
Children ages 8+ can typically reach to help pedal
Groups
We can accommodate large groups
20+ guests on our Joseph trip
And up to
15 guests on our Minam trips
Nature Enthusiasts and Romantics
It's not uncommon to see a large variety of wildlife
We're low impact, clean, and eco-friendly
This is a peaceful, slow pace, intimate outing
Miles of Smiles
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Can't find what you're looking for?Visit our FAQ / Contact Us orMessage us anytime atinfo@jbrailriders.com
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541-786-6149
Thursday - Monday
9 am - 5 pm
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Tickets, souvenirs, drinks, snacks, smiling faces, and more info available at our Ticket Office
Thursday - Monday 7:15 to 8 am, 10 am - 5 pm
501 W Alder Street, Joseph OR 97846
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Cohabiting with COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
Please see the top of our page for our air quality operating policy
Come social distance in style...
Our thoughts go out to those affected by the virus, we are all in this together.
Our top priority is to keep our treasured guests and crew safe.Please visit our FAQ page to review our methods to safely cohabit with COVID-19.We have a forgiving rescheduling and cancellation policy.
We hope to see you soon,
Your Joseph Branch Railriders Crew
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