Great Northwest Railroad

A part of the Palouse country tour 2026

Lewiston, ID, June 5 - 6, 2026

Third Sub returns!

Thank you for your interest in riding the Great Northwest Railroad from Lewiston, Idaho to Riparia, WA, formerly the third sub of the Camas Prairie Railroad. This is a one-day run, out and back. 144 RT miles. Mid-June is a great time to enjoy the semi-arid, evendesertclimate of the Snake River watershed. The well maintained, class 3 track makes for smooth riding and consistent track speeds. Run fee is $160.00

Set on will be Friday, June 5th, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Early Saturday morning set on only by special arrangement. Following the safety meeting on Saturday, we will leave for Riparia, turn on the Wye, and return to Lewiston. More information will be available in the run pack.

Minimum 14 motorcars

RV camping is not available on railroad property

NARCOA operators, if you would like to join us, please download, and carefully fill in the following forms found on the PRO and NARCOA website:

PRO Registration Form (Click the links)

Excursion name: Lewiston

Dates of: June 5 - 6, 2026

NARCOA and Affiliate General Release 

RR name: Great Northwest Railroad

Dates of: June 5 -7 2026

Pro is the affiliate

Print both sides on one sheet of paper.

NARCOA Rail Vehicle inspection Form

Excursion: Lewiston

Location: Lewiston

There is a new Rule book Dated January 1, 2026. You should print that and carry it with you

Minor Passenger Amendment

Remember, if you have minor passengers, you must fill out the Minor Passenger Amendment and return it with your paperwork. Operator: you. Affiliate: PRO. Railroad: Great Northwest Railroad. Parent or guardian must sign

Return the completed excursion forms to:

ECIT Tye Tomchak

1742 Brenthaven St. Idaho Falls, ID  83402-3148

Email: << Click Here >> if you have questions

EC: Roger Farrell << Click Here >>

Upon receipt of the excursion forms and check for $160.00 made out to PRO, we will email a run packet with further information.

Mentoring available with EC approval.

Pro General order #6 will be in effect

PRO General order #6 (Click the link)

NARCOA insurance, operator’s certificates, spark arrestors, installed radios and boots are required