Railroad Outings

•STUNNING TRAIN RIDES FOR GROUPS•

Is your group looking to enjoy a relaxing, scenic ride through the many different landscapes our country has to offer? If so, the 2023 Scenic Rail Guide has you covered. Each of these railways will take your group on a journey unlike any they have experienced before. Groups can enjoy the country’s beauty through one of its oldest, and most relaxing, modes of transportation.

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ARCADE AND ATTICA RAILROAD Arcade, NY

Step back in time aboard a vintage World War ll-era diesel train excursion in New York State. Arcade & Attica Railroad is an authentic short line railroad with the distinction of being one of the last “common carriers” — running freight and passenger trains weekly. Your journey aboard the Arcade & Attica Railroad begins before you board the train. As you enter the historic station, you’re surrounded by the history of railroading in America. Then you embark on a scenic journey through the countryside and farmlands that have remained virtually unchanged since the line was originally laid in the 1880s. Throughout the year, special excursions are offered. Regular excursions run every weekend from Memorial Day Weekend until the last full weekend of September. (www.aarailroad.com)

WHITEWATER VALLEY Connersville, IN

The Whitewater Valley Railroad in eastern Indiana will take you back in time on a train full of vintage machinery and locomotive nostalgia. Sit back, relax and enjoy several excursions Whitewater Valley Railroad offers from April through December. How about a Wild West train adventure or festive holiday-themed trip? Feel the seat rumble underneath you as the Whitewater Valley Railroad chugs along on a memorable journey. Plan your next adventure on the heritage railroad that offers one-of-akind views of Indiana’s beautiful natural landscape. (whitewatervalleyrr.org)

Bluegrass Scenic Railroad And Museum

Versailles, KY

The Bluegrass Scenic Railroad and Museum operates a picturesque 11-mile, 90-minute train ride Saturdays through the rolling central Kentucky countryside past thoroughbred horse farms to the Kentucky river. Airconditioned first-class cars and exciting open-air cars are available. In addition to train rides every Saturday, the museum maintains an outdoor collection of historic railroad locomotives and railcars and an indoor museum of railroad artifacts. The museum, model train layouts, and gift shop are open noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays. (bluegrassrailroad.com)

CUMBRES & TOLTEC RAILROAD

Antonito, CO and Chama, NM

Chugging along at 12 miles an hour, the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad isn’t in a hurry. And that’s a good thing when you’re traveling off the grid through spectacular scenery that ranges from alpine meadows and rocky gorges to deep forests of evergreens.

Covering 64 miles and crossing between the two states 11 times, C&T is also the longest steam railroad on the continent as well as the highest, climbing almost two miles above sea level.

For their full, half-day and express excursions, riders can board in either Chama, New Mexico, or Antonito, Colorado. For the full-day trips, riders return to their cars by the railroad’s bus. Passengers also have an option when it comes to deciding which of the meticulously restored cars to ride in. But whether they opt for the Parlor, Deluxe or Coach car, the stunning scenery is the same. Unless, that is, they head to the all-passenger, open-air Gondola, which provides unobstructed views and even better photo opportunities. Depending on the car, breakfast or lunch is included, with snacks and a full bar part of the onboard concessions. And should you have a question about the history, legends or lore of this region and the railroad, the onboard docents are more than happy to help. (www.cumbrestoltec.com)