From the Canadian Rockies and the Adirondacks to the Grand Canyon, these train routes will show you the very best of winter ...

Traveling by train from Chicago to Los Angeles takes more than 43 hours, turning the journey itself into the main event. This ...

A 52-hour sleeper train ride across America is not just transportation, it is a test of patience and comfort. The trip ...

Christmas at Cass is held each December at the Cass Scenic Railroad. The steam-powered journey with decorated and heated coaches travels along the scenic Greenbrier River. Walter Scriptunas II A train ...

Winter landscapes can be truly gorgeous, especially when snow is cascading down and the icy ground shimmers in the light. But let’s be honest, it’s a lot easier to enjoy these scenic landscapes when ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Emese Maczko is a travel writer covering sustainable travel. The season of Christmas-themed rail journeys has begun. December is ...

This article was originally published on www.mentalfloss.com as 5 Scenic Train Routes That Showcase America's Wild Side.

Discover Pennsylvania’s mining heritage on this underground train ride through a historic coal mine deep beneath the surface.

One of the best uses of your time in the autumn is simply watching the leaves change. There are few better ways to do that than with a train ride. Most railways are fairly inexpensive, trains often go ...

A train ride can be a magical experience, whether it’s an Amtrak ride or an excursion around the world. When it incorporates holiday trimmings and festive lights, set against a wintry backdrop, that’s ...