With cases of Covid-19 on the rise, Coloradans are beginning to find themselves stuck inside during the glorious summer season, thanks to both the fear of contracting the virus and the closure of businesses everywhere. Fortunately, there are still a handful of safe alternatives for Coloradans looking to get out of the house and do something, including a social distance ride aboard the iconic Georgetown Loop Railroad:

Located a mere 45 minutes from Denver is the charming town of Georgetown and their world-famous Georgetown Loop Railroad! 

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook

Established in 1879, the Georgetown Loop Railroad was a first-of-its-kind line that not only navigated a narrow canyon (via a three-foot narrow gauge railroad line) but crossed four bridges and gained a whopping 600 feet in elevation. 

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook Sadly, the line was abandoned in 1938 but later restored for passenger use. 

When you climb aboard the Georgetown Loop Railroad today, you will be treated to a delightful trip through the Rocky Mountains, complete with all of its magical sights, sounds, and smells.

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook

In addition to their regular rides, the Georgetown Loop also offers several special events (Santa’s North Pole Adventures, Oktoberfest, and Grandparents Weekend), plus mine tours and gold panning, making for an unforgettable experience for the entire family. 

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook

To keep guests happy and healthy, the Georgetown Loop Railroad has added extra precautions for their summer and fall rides, including more open-air cars, mandatory mask-wearing, and ample space between each party, making for an “uncrowded outdoor adventure.”

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook

Rides aboard the Georgetown Loop Railroad start at $27.95 for adults and $20.95 for children.

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook

To learn more about the Georgetown Loop Railroad - or to purchase your tickets - please visit their website.

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook

Do you know of any other safe, social distancing activities around Colorado? Let us know in the comments or via our nomination form. To learn more about Georgetown, check out This Charming Colorado Town Is Perfect For An Autumn Day Trip.

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Address: Georgetown Loop Railroad, 646 Loop Dr, Georgetown, CO 80444, USA

Located a mere 45 minutes from Denver is the charming town of Georgetown and their world-famous Georgetown Loop Railroad! 

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook

Established in 1879, the Georgetown Loop Railroad was a first-of-its-kind line that not only navigated a narrow canyon (via a three-foot narrow gauge railroad line) but crossed four bridges and gained a whopping 600 feet in elevation. 

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook Sadly, the line was abandoned in 1938 but later restored for passenger use. 

When you climb aboard the Georgetown Loop Railroad today, you will be treated to a delightful trip through the Rocky Mountains, complete with all of its magical sights, sounds, and smells.

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook

In addition to their regular rides, the Georgetown Loop also offers several special events (Santa’s North Pole Adventures, Oktoberfest, and Grandparents Weekend), plus mine tours and gold panning, making for an unforgettable experience for the entire family. 

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook

To keep guests happy and healthy, the Georgetown Loop Railroad has added extra precautions for their summer and fall rides, including more open-air cars, mandatory mask-wearing, and ample space between each party, making for an “uncrowded outdoor adventure.”

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook

Rides aboard the Georgetown Loop Railroad start at $27.95 for adults and $20.95 for children.

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook

To learn more about the Georgetown Loop Railroad - or to purchase your tickets - please visit their website.

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook

Do you know of any other safe, social distancing activities around Colorado? Let us know in the comments or via our nomination form. To learn more about Georgetown, check out This Charming Colorado Town Is Perfect For An Autumn Day Trip.

Georgetown Loop Railroad Facebook

Sadly, the line was abandoned in 1938 but later restored for passenger use.