Pedal-powered railway vehicle business closes in Boulder City

Rail Explorers USA, a pedal-powered railway vehicle business, closes in Boulder City

Rail Explorers USA has closed. The business was unable to reach an agreement with the state to renew its lease, according to a Rail Explorers’ Facebook post. (Rail Explorers)

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After five years of business, Rail Explorers USA, which operates pedal-powered railroad vehicle tours in Boulder City, has closed.

The business was unable to reach an agreement with the state to renew its lease, according to a Rail Explorers’ Facebook post. Its last day of operations was Dec. 31.

Customers with gift cards can contact the business’ customer service at 877-833-8588.

Rail Explorers USA continues to operate railroad tours in Iowa, New York and Rhode Island, according to its website.

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