Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad

The most wonderous way to experience the Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Take in the beauty and wonders of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park while meandering through miles of nature and cityscapes in a vintage rail car. Discover local history while making lasting memories with family and friends on this two hour excursion. Be sure to visit the Cafe Car for snacks, beverages and, of course, souvenirs!

Board at the Akron Northside Station or Peninsula Depot. See below for departure times and station locations.

Plenty of seating options available including Coach, Table and Dome seating. Tickets range from $13 – $38.

Learn more: https://www.cvsr.org/national-park-scenic/

French Lick Scenic Railway in Indiana

The Indiana Railway Museum currently operates as The French Lick Scenic Railway operating passenger trains over twenty-five miles of this track from French Lick to Jasper. The driving force behind the Railway is to provide guests with an experience harking back to a time when rail travel was the primary means of long distance travel.  You won’t find a Museum in the traditional sense.

There are no display cases full of dusty timetables and lanterns, but what you will find is the opportunity to experience history.  Instead of just looking at them, you will be able to climb aboard the train and experience rail travel first hand!

Learn more at their website HERE.

Green Mountain Railroad in Vermont

ABOUT GREEN MOUNTAIN RAILROAD

The Vermont Rail System has been family-owned and operated by the Wulfson family for more than 50 years. Several of our employees are third and fourth-generation railroaders. We take pride in the work environment we have created over the years; each one of our employees a part of the family.

Here at the Green Mountain Railroad, it is our mission to make each one our guests feel like part of our family. We believe in creating a nostalgic experience with our own little touches of modern elegance. We try to carry our love for what we do so that it shows in every aspect of our work. It is essential for us to create timeless memories for you and help you discover the romance of rail travel and the happiness it brings!

Learn more at their website HERE.

Black Hills Central Railroad 1880 Train in South Dakota

The first steam engine in the Black Hills was brought across the prairie by bull team to the Homestake Mining Company at Lead in 1879. In 1881, the Home-stake Company created the first narrow-gauge railroad in the Black Hills to haul its cargo and the public from Lead to several mining camps. In 1885, the first standard-gauge railroad reached Buffalo Gap, Dakota Territory, and was extended on into Rapid City the next year.

Read more HERE.

Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad

From their WEBSITE…

What better way to experience the beautiful north woods of Wisconsin than taking a scenic train ride with The Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad.

With a variety of trains offered, there is sure to be something to accommodate you and your guests. Spend the night on the historic Bed & Breakfast car, or enjoy yourself for an afternoon on the Family Pizza Train.

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in North Carolina

The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad will take you on a journey through the Carolina Mountains and some of the most beautiful landscapes in America. The Carolina Mountains border the entire western edge of North Carolina, comprising some 52 percent of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The region also includes the southern crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Pisgah, Cherokee, and Nantahala National Forests. Hundreds of years ago, glacial and volcanic movement left etchings still visible on the land. In more recent times, roads and flood controls have opened the area to commerce and tourism. Early in the 20th century, the railway played a major part of the story of the development of the region.

Learn more at their website HERE.

Newport & Narragansett Bay Railroad in Rhode Island

The Newport & Narragansett Bay Railroad offers the entire family the chance to enjoy a classic railroad travel and dining experience on vintage “streamlined” era passenger cars. Step back in time and experience the way society’s elite used to travel to Newport to summer at the famous mansions, yacht clubs, and beaches. See how the railroad helped to build Newport into one of the premiere tourist destinations that it is today. Our route takes you on a journey up the west side of Aquidneck Island, often only feet from Narragansett Bay. The Newport & Narragansett Bay Railroad is not just a train ride; it is also a dining experience. We have our own chef and fully outfitted kitchen car, where food is prepared daily.

Read more HERE.

Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad in Illinois

The Silver Creek and Stephenson Railroad of Freeport, Illinois is a not-for-profit educational organization, preserving America’s historical railroad heritage.

The legends of railroading are filled with crack passenger trains speeding down the mainline to fame and glory. But, the golden age of railroading had another, more unsung hero in the numerous branchline trains that tied the small towns of a once more rural America to the outside world. These small workhorses had a sometimes eccentric and always fascinating appeal that is captured on our rustic track and equipment. Experience steam branch-line railroading behind our 1912 steam locomotive on a 3.4 mile round trip excursion into history.

Learn more HERE.

Coopersville & Marne Railway in Michigan

The Coopersville & Marne Railway Company was incorporated on July 13, 1989. The initial purpose of those involved was to purchase the old Grand Trunk right-of-way between the towns of Coopersville and Marne, just to the northwest of Grand Rapids. The idea was to preserve the track for future use and to provide vintage passenger service. The purchase was made on December 14, 1989. Most of the cost was covered by the sale of shares of stock in the Company.

Grand Canyon Railway in Arizona

The historic Grand Canyon Railway departs daily from Williams, Arizona to the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon. Enhance your Grand Canyon experience with an entertaining train ride featuring western musicians and cowboy characters on vintage rail cars. You can plan a whole vacation – we offer many packages that include lodging at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel and inside Grand Canyon National Park. And, we’re taking steps to make sure we’re creating a safe environment.

Plan your adventure today!