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New England

CONNECTICUT

Naugatuck Railroad - Railroad Museum of New England

Address: PO Box 400, Thomaston, CONNECTICUT, 06787 USA. Tel.: 860.283-7245 Toll Free:

We operate between Thomaston and the Waterville section of Waterbury, crossing Thomaston Dam enroute. The 18-mile roundtrip between Waterbury and Thomaston takes you past the industrial heritage of the area, through the beauty of the Mattatuck State Forest and the Litchfield Hills. The route follows the scenic Naugatuck River, crossing it three times.

 

MAINE

Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad

Address: Depot, Unity, MAINE, 04988 USA. Tel.: 207-948-5910 Toll Free: 800-392-5500

Visit the Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad on the shores of beautiful Penobscot Bay! Belfast Station is located in an original Rail Car and offers a unique Rail excursion through the Coastal Woodlands powered by our Classic GE 70 ton Locomotive. Ride in our Vintage Swedish Rail Cars and enjoy lunch in the dining car while you view the shimmering waters of Maine's largest bay to the pristine woodlands, rolling fields, and streams of Waldo County. This 1 hr and 45-minute round trip excursion includes beautiful views of Belfast Harbor, its rivers, and coves.

 

MASSACHUSETTS

Berkshire Scenic Railway

Address: 10 Willow Creek Road, Lenox, MASSACHUSETTS, 12040 USA. Tel.: 413 637-2210 Toll Free:

Ride 1-1/2 hours between Lenox and Stockbridge along the beautiful Housatonic River. Diesel hauled using 1920 era coaches. Plus, station museum and Gateway to the Gilded Age exhibit. Trains at 10am and 1:30pm

Cape Cod Central

Address: 252 Main Street, Hyannis, MASSACHUSETTS, 02601 USA. Tel.: (508) 771-3800 Toll Free: (888) 797-RAIL

Climb aboard the Cape Cod Central and feel the thrill as the whistle blows and your fun-filled adventure begins. The rhythm of the train and the spirit of the crew will whisk you away on an exhilarating journey by rail. You'll pass beautiful cranberry bogs, natural woodlands, lush marshes and more as you make your way between Hyannis and the Cape Cod Canal. On the Cape Cod Central, getting there is all the fun.

 

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Mount Washington Cog Railway

Address: Route 302, Bretton Woods, Mount Washington, NEW_HAMPSHIRE, 03589 USA. Tel.: (603) 278-5404 Toll Free: (800) 922-8825    

A ride up Mount Washington on the world's first mountain-climbing cog railway remains, as it has for well over a century, an exciting and unforgettable experience. The ever-changing surroundings, the magnificent views, the sights and sounds of unique steam locomotives in action, and some of the steepest railroad tracks in existence, combine to place it among the best of the world's great railway journeys. This is a trip that must be made to be fully appreciated!

 

Crawford Notch Train - Conway Scenic Railroad

Address: Rt 16, Norcross Circle, North Conway, NEW_HAMPSHIRE, 03860 USA. Tel.: 603-356-5251 Toll Free: 800-232-5251

On the Notch Train, you'll enjoy some of the finest natural scenery in the East as you travel through spectacular Crawford Notch - past sheer bluffs, steep ravines, cascading brooks and streams, panoramic mountain vistas, and across the famed Frankenstein Trestle and Willey Brook Bridge, enroute to Crawford Depot or Fabyan Station.

 

Hobo Railroad

Address: PO Box 9, Lincoln, NEW_HAMPSHIRE, 03251 USA. Tel.: 603-745-2135 Toll Free:

The Hobo Railroad Trains all leave from the Hobo Junction Train Station on Rt 112 in Lincoln, NH. All trains leave "on the hour" and depart for the Jack O' Lantern Golf Resort, where the Hobo tracks travel directly down the middle of the famed golf course. The round trip should take one hour and twenty minutes or so to complete the journey. Food and items are sold in the coaches.

Valley Train - Conway Scenic Railroad

Address: Rt 16, Norcross Circle, North Conway, NEW_HAMPSHIRE, 03860 USA. Tel.: 603-356-5251 Toll Free: 800-232-5351

On the Valley Train, you'll depart from the historic North Conway station, passing through the countryside and mountain ranges, heading for… 1) Conway: This 11 mile, 55 minute roundtrip excursion travels south through farmlands, crossing Moat Brook and the Saco and Swift Rivers, to Conway, where you can watch the powerful locomotive "run-around" the train in preparation for the return trip. 2) Bartlett: This 21 mile, 1 3/4 hour roundtrip ride offers a longer and more relaxing excursion. Sit back as the "Valley Train" travels northwest through fields and woodlands, crossing the East Branch, Saco, and Ellis Rivers. In Bartlett, you can see the locomotive "run around" the train for the return trip to North Conway.

 

White Mountain Central Railroad

Address: Route 3, North Woodstock, NEW_HAMPSHIRE, 03251 USA. Tel.: 603-745-8913 Toll Free:

Join us for this 2 1/2 mile, 30 minute excursion on the classic White Mt. Central Railroad. Steam across the scenic Pemigewasset River and through rustic woods and into the past! The tour takes visitors on one of only three wood-burning steam Climax Locomotives still running in the world and crosses over the only standing Howe-Truss covered bridge still in use today!

 

Wilton Scenic Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 419, Wilton, NEW_HAMPSHIRE, 03086 USA. Tel.: 603.654.7245 Toll Free:

The Wilton Scenic Railroad offers scenic excursions and rentals for functions between Wilton, NH and Greenfield State Park. Enjoy a 2-3 hour ride while you relax in the comfort of your seat as we wind through the woods, past ledges, along scenic Zepher Lake and over the trestles. Take in the serene views of the most climbed mountain in the Northeast, Mt. Monadnock.

Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad

Address: Main, Meredith, NEW_HAMPSHIRE, 03253 USA. Tel.: 603-279-5253 Toll Free:

The Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad runs from Meredith NH along Meredith Bay and arrives at Weirs Beach, home of the MV MT Washington. After a brief stop to pick up passengers, we continue our ride to Lakeport along "Paugus Bay" and arrive at the turning point of the ride in one hour(1/2 hour from Weirs). There is no station here so passengers relax on board, watch the boats and enjoy the breeze.

 

 

RHODE ISLAND

Old Colony and Newport Scenic Railway

Address: 19 America's Cup Avenue, Newport, RHODE_ISLAND, 02840 USA. Tel.: 401-624-6951 Toll Free:

Sit Back, relax, and enjoy the salt air breeze as you travel along the cozy west shore of Aquidneck island (Newport RI) in an open platform coach built 1904 or an 1884 parlor car.

 

VERMONT

Green Mountain Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 498, 54 Depot St., Bellows Falls, VERMONT, 05101 USA. Tel.: 802-463-3069 Toll Free: 800-707-3530

A wonderful way to enjoy the natural beauty of Vermont. Green Mountain Railroad has two special trains 1) Green Mountain Flyer and 2) Vermont Valley Flyer. Some of their Features: lots of scenery, fun for the whole family, refreshments on the trains, always a relaxing ride to enjoy, vintage cars from the 30's and 50's, etc. They also operate special scenic excursion trains on various occasions.

 

Mid-Atlantic

DELAWARE

West Chester Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 355, Yorklyn, DELAWARE, 19736 USA. Tel.: 610-430-2233 Toll Free:

A Tourist Railroad in the Beautiful Chester Creek Valley The West Chester Railroad is a special events Tourist Railroad which offers a variety of nostalgic train trips in conjunction with special events in the towns along the line. The West Chester Railroad can also help you create your own Railroad for parties, school groups, executive and company meetings, church groups, scenic picnics, mystery tours or even a wedding train.

Wilmington and Western Railroad

Address: 1601 Railroad Ave, P.O. Box 5787, Wilmington, DELAWARE, 19808 USA. Tel.: (302) 998-1930 Toll Free:

Climb aboard the Wilmington and Western Railroad, Delaware's oldest steam tourist railroad, for fun and exciting adventures through the historic Red Clay Valley. Journey with Wilmington & Western for family fun, romantic evenings, holiday celebrations and 120 years of living railroading history.

 

MARYLAND

Walkersville Southern Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 651, Walkersville, MARYLAND, 21793 USA. Tel.: 877-363-9777 Toll Free:

The excursion train runs south from Walkersville, through the Walkersville Community Park, and past Fountain Rock, site of a 100-year old lime kiln. The ride is leisurely, with speeds limited to fifteen miles per hour. Passengers may choose an open-air excursion car, our remodeled passenger coach, or the caboose. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Excursions will be held rain or shine! The train ride is approximately one hour and fifteen minutes round trip.

 

Western Maryland Scenic Railroad

Address: 13 Canal Street, Cumberland, MARYLAND, 21502 USA. Tel.: 301-759-4400 Toll Free: 800- 872-4650

Our restored early 20th century rolling stock steams through the mountains of Western Maryland on a stunning 32 mile round trip between Cumberland and Frostburg from May through December. The trip covers a 1,300 foot change in elevation. You'll see tunnels and bridges and catch glimpses of scenery hidden for decades. More than three hundred years of American history are tied together by a ribbon of steel that thrills riders of all ages.

 

NEW JERSEY    

Black River & Western Railroad

Address: P.O BOX 200, Ringoes, NEW_JERSEY, 08551 USA. Tel.: 908-782-9600 Toll Free:

The Black River & Western Railroad operates one-hour scenic train excursion between Flemington & Ringoes, New Jersey. Passenger trains will be powered by one of our General Motors GP-9 diesel-electric locomotive built between 1955 and 1957.

 

Cape May Seashore Lines

Address: P.O. Box 152, Tuckahoe, NEW_JERSEY, 08250 USA. Tel.: 609-884-2675 Toll Free:

Cape May Seashore Lines operates two types of passenger rail service. A regularly scheduled excursion service operates between the 4-H Fairgrounds Rail Station, just north of Cape May Court House (a short distance from the west entrance of the County Park and Zoo) and Cape May City. Intermediate stops are made at Cape May Court House and Historic Cold Spring Village. A charter train service is also available to individuals, clubs, groups, schools or organizations, with trip times and destinations tailored to each group's interests or needs. Special rates for groups of 25 passengers or more are available on all Seashore Lines trains.

 

 

NEW YORK

Upper Hudson River Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 424, North Creek, NEW_YORK, 12853 USA. Tel.: (518) 251-5334 Toll Free:

The Upper Hudson River Railroad can add a unique and exciting dimension to your Adirondack experience. Enjoy the breathtaking Adirondack scenery as this scenic train winds along the Hudson River to the picturesque train station at Riverside. The Upper Hudson River Railroad operates seasonal 2-hour round trip excursions along an 8.5-mile section of the former Adirondack Branch of the D&H Railroad. Sit back and relax as the cars wind their way along the river to the Riverside Station. Step out for refreshments, check out the gift shop or just take in the great view on a 30-minute layover. Then reboard and enjoy the return trip of your 2 hour excursion.

 

Adirondack Scenic Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 84, Thendara, NEW_YORK, 13472 USA. Tel.: (315) 369-6022 Toll Free: 877-508-6728

Offers 3 adventure scenic train rides. Discover the Adirondacks, riding in our vintage, climate controlled, coaches or take in the fresh air in our open cars through remote forests, past sparkling rivers, over bridges, ponds and streams, into the magnificent beauty of the Adirondack Park.

 

Arcade & Attica Railroad

Address: 278 Main, Arcade, NEW_YORK, 14009 USA. Tel.: (585) 492-3100 Toll Free:

The Arcade & Attica Railroad operates scheduled passenger excursions throughout the year. While our regularly scheduled passenger excursions are powered with our 1920 steam locomotive, several of our special events throughout the year are pulled by our 1947 65 ton G.E. center-cab diesel locomotive. Through out the year, we offer special excursions, some powered by our steamer, others by our vintage diesel engines. Our regular excursions run every weekend from Memorial Day Weekend until the last, full, weekend of September.

 

Batten Kill Rambler - NENY Rail

Address: 1 Elbow Street, Greenwich, NEW_YORK, 12834 USA. Tel.: (518) 692-2191 Toll Free:

Take this spectacular "linear museum" trip along one of New York's scenic country routes. Riding between Cambridge and Shushan, you'll see views that cannot be seen from the road! Add scenic country roads, beautiful hills and valleys, and walking tours of village Main Streets to the railroad experience, and you will have a full day's activity for the whole family. will know the feeling of life at a slower pace as you view fields, mountains, rivers and two hundred-year-old farms and homes. You will be surrounded by a peaceful, rural, setting in an old-fashioned, farming community. The Batten Kill Rambler is your trip through history.

 

Catskill Mountain Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 46, Shokan, NEW_YORK, 12481 USA. Tel.: (845) 688-7400 Toll Free:

Our trains provide passenger service along the Catskills' scenic Esopus Creek. Come ride with us for a 6-mile round trip in the heart of the beautiful Catskill Mountains, or creek users, ride one way. At Phoenicia, experience life in the Catskills both past and present by visiting the village merchants as well as the historic 1900 railroad depot.

 

Cooperstown and Charlotte Valley Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 681, Oneonta, NEW_YORK, 13820 USA. Tel.: 607-432-2429 Toll Free:

The Leatherstocking Railway Historical Society and the Cooperstown & Charlotte Valley Railroad offers various train rides for railfans. The 16-mile, round trip ride takes about 2 hours. Park & Ride... Avoid the Cooperstown Parking Crunch... Parking in Cooperstown is notoriously tight, especially during the prime tourist season. With two trains a day running from Milford to Cooperstown and return, visitors can park their car in Milford in the morning, ride the train to Cooperstown, and return later in the afternoon. You can charter a Caboose, a Coach, Or an Entire Train...

 

Delaware and Ulster Railride

Address: Route 28, Arkville, NEW_YORK, 1XXXX USA. Tel.: 914-586-3877 Toll Free: 800-225-4132

The Delaware and Ulster is an excursion train that combines railroad nostalgia with scenic rides through New York's Catskill Mountains.

 

Finger Lakes Railway

Address: 400 Border City Rd, Geneva, NEW_YORK, 14456 USA. Tel.: 315-781-1234 Toll Free:

Operates a variety of special excursions using ex-VIA Rail Canada coaches along a former New York Central right-of-way from the Geneva station.

 

New York & Lake Erie Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 309, 50 Commercial St., Gowanda, NEW_YORK, 14070 USA. Tel.: 716-532-5716 Toll Free:

Our trains provide a pleasant journey through the hills, farmlands and country towns of Western New York, about 35 miles south of Buffalo. All trains depart from the Gowanda Depot. Seating is based on first-come, first-served basis. Snack Bar Available Onboard Train.

 

PENNSYLVANIA 

Knox & Kane Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 422, Marienville, PENNSYLVANIA, 16239 USA. Tel.: (814) 927-6621 Toll Free:

Based in Marienville, Pennsylvania, the Knox & Kane Railroad is the only train over the Kinzua Bridge. A special journey into yesterday, this enchanting steam and diesel railroad is an exciting and marvelous adventure meandering 96 miles in the awesome peaks and valleys of the Allegheny National Forest and to the Kinzua Bridge.

 

Gettysburg Scenic Railway

Address: 106 North Washington St., Gettysburg, PENNSYLVANIA, 17325 USA. Tel.: (717) 334-6932 Toll Free:

Once onboard, history will surround you as you relax aboard one of the vintage rail coaches or the unique double-decker open car, pulled by classic railroad locomotives. Enjoy a nostalgic train ride, first passing the famous “railroad cut” and then passing through the First Day Battlefield of the Gettysburg National Military Park. Enjoy the scenic, 22-mile trip from Gettysburg to Aspers and return. History, tranquility, family, friends and the excitement of train ride all combine to make this an unforgettable Gettysburg experience.

Jim Thorpe Rail Tours

Address: 4 Lehigh Avenue, Jim Thorpe, PENNSYLVANIA, 18229 USA. Tel.: 570-325-4606 Toll Free:

Rail Tours, Incorporated operates train rides throughout the spring, summer and fall on weekends and holidays to Nesquehoning, Lake Hauto and Hometown Trestle. Easter Bunny and Santa Claus rides are also offered. Enjoy a relaxing train ride in vintage 1920's - 1930's era, fully enclosed passenger cars as the train travels through miles of woodland in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

 

Kiski Junction Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 48, Schenley, PENNSYLVANIA, 15682 USA. Tel.: 724-295-5577 Toll Free:

Train rides in Pennsylvania on a real working ,shortline and tourist, railroad. Scenic , enjoyable & affordable, weekend & weekday rides. Trains depart EXACTLY on time, we advise arriving 1/2 hr. early. Weekdays we haul freight for Allegheny Ludlum Bagdad Plant to Norfolk Southern.

 

Laurel Highlands Railroad

Address: 25 South Broadway, Scottdale, PENNSYLVANIA, 15683 USA. Tel.: (724)887-4568 Toll Free: 888-STEAMIN

Located in the Heart of beautiful Southwestern Pennsylvania, the Highlander travels on the rails of the former B&O and PENNSYLVANIA Railroads. The Mt. Pleasant & Broadford Railroad (the B&O) was built in 1870 and completed in 1871. This line crosses the Pennsy line in Scottdale (Everson). Our Sunday schedule operates on part of this line.

New Hope & Ivyland Railroad

Address: 32 West Bridge St., New Hope, PENNSYLVANIA, 18938 USA. Tel.: (215) 862-2332 Toll Free:

Passengers on train excursions will ride in restored 1920's vintage passenger cars while enjoying a realxing ride through the Bucks County countryside. The "New Hope" trains are usually pulled by our restored 1925 Baldwin 2-8-0 Steam Locomotive #40. Listen to the steam whistle and hear the engine work kard as it ascends some of the steepest grades on the New Hope & Ivyland Railroad. This train ride is sure to brnig you back to the "Golden Steam. Trains depart New Hope, PA and travel 4.5 Miles to Lahaska, PA and then return to New Hope, PA. Total Travel time is approximately 45 minutes round trip.

Oil Creek and Titusville Railroad

Address: 7 Elm Street, Oil City, PENNSYLVANIA, 16301 USA. Tel.: 814-676-1733 Toll Free:

Two-and-a-half excursion through areas of vast wildlife includes an open-air gondola car and the only working Railway Post Office in the United States.

 

Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine and Steam Train

Address: 19 th & Oak St., Ashland, PENNSYLVANIA, 17921 USA. Tel.: 570-875-3850 Toll Free:

If you like Steam Trains, you'll surely want to get to know Henry Clay, our old- fashioned narrow guage Steam Lokie. Henry's been around since the Roaring Twenties, and he's awaiting your visit. Travel back through time on a scenic ride around the Mahanoy mountain to see the awesome Mammoth Stripping, a Bootleg Coal Mine and the perpetual underground mine fire in the little town of Centralia.

     

 

Reading, Blue Mountain, and Northern Railroad Company

Address: 1 Railroad Blvd, Port Clinton, PENNSYLVANIA, 19549 USA. Tel.: 610-562-2102 Toll Free:

The Reading and Northern excursion train consists of 1920's era coaches with conventional seats, electric lights, and large clear windows which can be raised for ventilation. Seating capacity is 72 per coach. Cars are heated, but not air-conditioned. Each coach has a restroom with a camper-style toilet. On certain trips, seating in heavyweight 1927 Pullman Car, the Lehigh Gorge, is also offered. 10 rooms (20 seats), are sold as a higher priced "premium service" ticket, which includes a snack and beverage service. Motive power is normally two of the best diesel locomotives from the daily fleet.

 

 

WEST VIRGINIA  

Cass Scenic Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 107, Cass, WEST_VIRGINIA, 24927 USA. Tel.: (304) 456-4300 Toll Free: 1-800-CALL WVA

Nestled in the mountains of West Virginia, Cass Scenic Railroad State Park offers excursions that transport you back in time and let you relive an era when steam-driven locomotives were an essential part of everyday life. Trips to Cass are filled with rich history's of the past, unparalleled views of a vast wilderness area, and close-up encounters with the sights and sounds of original steam-driven locomotives. Cass Scenic Railroad State Park is an unforgettable adventure...a journey back in time to the days of geared locomotives and log trains. You're invited to visit and ride with us. We are looking forward to seeing you soon!

 

Durbin& Greenbrier Valley Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 44, Durbin, WEST_VIRGINIA, 26264 USA. Tel.: 877-686-7245 Toll Free: 877-686-7245

Our three unique trains follow boisterous rivers, climb steep-sided mountains, travel deep into areas of extreme isolation...and then continue even deeper, passing underneath the mighty Cheat Mountain by means of a rare "S" curve tunnel! Each one takes you on a journey into areas that are noted for their natural beauty and seclusion while showcasing the different modes of rail transportation that were once so much a part of the fabric of American life.

 

Mountain State Mystery Train

Address: PO Box 8254, Huntington, WEST_VIRGINIA, 25705 USA. Tel.: 304.529.6412 Toll Free:

Specializing in day trip, overnight or weekend mini vacations by train. In West Virginia's spectacular "New River Gorge" National River Recreation Area or Virginia's Shenandoah National Park! Providing round trip direct service, to West Virginia's exciting, adventure filled mountains of fun. We emphasize flexible rail tour choices for couples, families, individuals, small and large groups, corporate, private and public charters too. We Operate Our Rail Tour Excursions Year Round! Our Corporate Motto Says It All -> BUY GAS - BY TRAIN - BYE WORRIES.

 

New River Train

Address: P.O. Box 451, Kenova, WEST_VIRGINIA, 25530 USA. Tel.: (304) 453-1641 Toll Free:

The Collis P. Huntington Railroad Historical Society is proud to present the world-reknowned New River Train excursions through the beautiful New River Gorge in southern West Virginia. As one of the newest national parklands, the "Grand Canyon of the East" along the New River is aglow in fall colors in mid to late October. It is during this peak autumn foliage time that our train traverses the former Chesapeake & Ohio mainline from Huntington, WV to Hinton, WV, allowing for a front-row seat to some of the most spectacular scenery in the country. Your support and patronage is essential in order to preserve this annual event, and hopefully speed the day when steam might again return to the New River.

 

Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 657, Romney, WEST_VIRGINIA, 26757 USA. Tel.: 304-822-7464 Toll Free:

Come ride the historic Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad, one of America's most beautiful train rides. For three hours enjoy a narrated excursion through a tranquil and pristine mountain valley. View historic farms and lush mountain greenery. Around every curve you are rewarded with the splendor of native wildflowers, evergreens and mixed hardwoods, in an unspoiled countryside environment. Experience "The Trough," a spectacular narrow mountain valley.

 

Mid-South


KENTUCKY  

Big South Fork Scenic Railway

Address: P.O. Box 368, 21 Henderson St., KENTUCKY, Stearns USA. Tel.: 606-376-5330 Toll Free: 800-462-5664

The Big South Fork Scenic Railway operates over the historic trackage of the Kentucky and Tennessee Railway and is situated in the heart of the beautiful Appalachian Mountains. The land that was once occupied by loggers and miners is now covered by lush vegetation and is abundant with wildlife. The train hugs cliff lines and follows roaring mountain streams, passes through a tunnel and over a bridge as it descends over 600 feet in five miles to the floor of the Big South Fork River valley.

 

Bluegrass Railroad Museum

Address: P.O. Box 27, Versailles, KENTUCKY, 40383 USA. Tel.: (606)-873-2476 Toll Free: (800)-755-2476

Located 15 miles from Lexington, the Bluegrass Railroad Museum offers a journey through the gently rolling hills and picturesque farmland known as the Bluegrass region of Central Kentucky. While traveling along the mainline of the old Louisville Southern Railroad, you will enjoy beautiful thoroughbred horse farms, herds of grazing cattle, and Kentucky wildflowers in bloom. After your ride, visit our display car and view the other static displays at the museum site.

 

Hardin Southern Railroad

Address: P.O. Box 20, Hardin, KENTUCKY, 42048 USA. Tel.: 270-437-4555 Toll Free:

Ride south through the captivating unspoiled beauty of the Clarks River Valley and witness the lush legendary forests of Kentucky's past and the timeless rich beauty of her farmlands. Lean back amidst all of our rich history, nostalgia and the comfort of our reclining-seat, climate-controlled coaches. Sip iced tea or a cold soft drink and thrill to a journey back into yesterday over the historic century-old route of the Nashville Chattanooga and St. Louis Railway. For two wonderful hours, leave the fast paced world of today behind and experience a peaceful journey that retreats back to yesterday for an exciting and educational tour of the history of a previous generation.

 

Kentucky Railway Museum

Address: P.O. Box 240, New Haven, KENTUCKY, 40051 USA. Tel.: 502 - 549 - 547 Toll Free: 800 - 272 - 015

Recapture the gentle excitement of the local passenger train when it was small-town America's link with the world. Turn the clock back fifty years, riding through forests, fields, and farmlands, through the scenic and historic Rolling Fork River Valley. (A view from the train.) Boarding at New Haven, just fifteen minutes south of Bardstown, your twenty-two mile journey takes an hour and a half.

 

NORTH CAROLINA 

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

Address: PO Box 397, Dillsboro, NORTH_CAROLINA, 28725 USA. Tel.: 828-586-8811 Toll Free: 800-827-4681

With the romance and mystique of an era gone by, guests on board the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad will enjoy year-round scenic train journeys across fertile valleys, through tunnels and across river gorges in a spectacular region of eastern America called the Great Smoky Mountains. The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad is truly a spectacular trip with 53 miles of track, two tunnels and 15 bridges. Choose from a variety of excursions ranging from half day to full day round trips: steam or diesel, gourmet dinner trains, mystery theatre dinner trains, raft/train combos, and a wide array of seating options.

 

 

SOUTH CAROLINA

South Carolina Railroad Museum

Address: P.O. Box 643, Winnsboro, SOUTH_CAROLINA, 29180 USA. Tel.: 803-635-4242 Toll Free: 800-968-5909

How would you like to take your children or grandchildren for a ride on a real passenger train, visit a red caboose or an authentic dining car, or even a Pullman car that once ferried earlier generations across the country? Come spend an afternoon at the South Carolina Railroad Museum. There's something for everyone! Come see freight cars, passenger cars, and even a real steam engine on display. And best of all, you can ride the train!

 

TENNESSEE

Secret City Scenic Excursion Train

Address: P.O. Box 5870, Knoxville, TENNESSEE, 37928 USA. Tel.: (865) 241-2140 Toll Free:

The Southern Appalachia Railway Museum (SARM) is a non-profit organization located in Knoxville, Tennessee, dedicated to the preservation, restoration, and operation of historical railroad equipment, and the preservation of the railroad history of the Southern Appalachia Region. The club sponsors the operation of the Secret City Scenic excursion train in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Each round trip travels approximately 13 miles and lasts one hour and thirty minutes. Trains are pulled by 1950's vintage Alco diesel locomotives. Seating is in an air-conditioned coach and a dining car, both restored from the 1940's era of passenger railroading. An open-air concession car has souvenirs and snacks for sale.

 

Tennessee Central Railway Museum

Address: 220 Willow St., Nashville, TENNESSEE, 37210 USA. Tel.: 615-244-9001 Toll Free:

The TCRM is dedicated to the preservation and operation of railroad equipment in Tennessee. The museum operates passenger excursions in the central Tennessee area, providing a unique opportunity for passengers to experience rail travel. Watch Tennessee roll past your wide sightseeing window at scenic level aboard one of TCRM's special excursion trains. Our streamlined coaches feature air-conditioning, large sightseeing windows, and roomy, comfortable reclining seats. All seats are reserved at no extra charge. Relax and experience travel by rail, where getting there is part of the fun.

 

Tennessee Valley Railroad

Address: 4119 Cromwell Road, Chattanooga, TENNESSEE, 37421 USA. Tel.: 423-894-8028 Toll Free:

"Missionary Ridge Local Service" - This is a six-mile, 50-minute roundtrip from Grand Junction Station to East Chattanooga Depot, crossing Chickamauga Creek, CSX mainline (ex-W&A), Tunnel Boulevard and Awtry Street bridges and passing through pre-Civil War Missionary Ridge Tunnel. Passengers detrain in East Chattanooga for a layover which includes viewing the locomotive rotate on a turntable and a tour through the railyard and into the restoration shop to see work in progress before reboarding the train for the return trip. In addition to daily "Missionary Ridge Local" service, the Tennessee Valley Railroad will also operate the longer Dixie Land rail excursions in 2002 from Chattanooga to destinations in northwestern Georgia via the Chattooga & Chickamauga Railway (ex-Central of Georgia).

 

Three Rivers Rambler

Address: 401 Henley Street, Knoxville, TENNESSEE, 37902 USA. Tel.: 865-524-9411 Toll Free:

Three Rivers Rambler departs and returns to Volunteer Landing on the Knoxville Riverfront (former L&N station). The trip is one hour and twenty minutes roundtrip. The route is 5 1/2 miles (11 miles roundtrip) over the Knoxville & Holston River Railroad. Caboose, gondola, coach, and Pullman cars are available for passengers.

 

VIRGINIA  

Buckingham Branch Excursions

Address: PO BOX 8583, Richmond, VIRGINIA, 23226 USA. Tel.: 804-231-4324 Toll Free:

Tourist line operated by the Old Dominion Chapter, NRHS during May, October, and December on the Buckingham Branch Railroad in Dillwyn Virginia. Offers 3.5 and 1.5 hours trips using vintage equipment.

 

 South


ALABAMA

North Alabama Railroad Museum

Address: P.O. Box 4163, Huntsville, ALABAMA, 35815 USA. Tel.: 256-851-6276 Toll Free:

The North Alabama Railroad Museum will run several train excursions on its line April through October. This year, thanks to a lot of hard work by our track crew, we have opened up a new extension to our line. This extends our trackage to make a total roundtrip of 10 miles, with some great new scenery thrown in. We now cross a high fill with a babbling brook below in a valley. These trips last approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.


FLORIDA

Florida Gulf Coast Railroad Museum

Address: P.O. BOX 355, Parrish, FLORIDA, 34219 USA. Tel.: 941-776-0906 Toll Free: 877-869-0800

The museum operates excursion trains consisting of its own rolling stock each weekend, year round. The trains board on 83rd Street East just behind the post office. Currently, the trains are diesel powered. Trains include open window coaches, air conditioned coach and lounge cars and cabooses.

 

Mount Dora & Lake Eustis Railway

Address: 150 West Third Avenue, Mount Dora, FLORIDA, 32757 USA. Tel.: 352-383-8878 Toll Free:

Step back in time when eating on the rails included a great ride and excellent food. The railway offers lunch and dinner trains departing year round. Sit in a restored 1947 Seaboard diner and enjoy a four course dinner or a delicious lunch. Relax in the 1954 Atlantic Coast Line lounge before and during the trip. Lunch trains operate on a one hour 30 minute schedule and dinner trains a 2 hour 30 minute schedule. If your not hungry, enjoy a ride in a restored 1961 Union Pacific coach. Special excursions to Orlando Magic basketball games and on the Florida Central Railroad are also available.

 

RiverRail Explorer - Seminole Gulf Railway

Address: 4110 Centerpointe Dr. Suite #207, Fort Myers, FLORIDA, 33916 USA. Tel.: (239) 275-8487 Toll Free: (800) SEM-GULF

Travel North through Fort Myers and across the historic Caloosahatchee Trestle and Drawbridge to Bayshore, with views only accessible by rail. A special narration is given during the trip with information on the history and the environment of the area along your trip over the original Atlantic Coastline Railroad route which opened up Southwest Florida.