There are so many great train rides in West Virginia, but this amazing trip combines some of the best trains and locations into one epic two-day journey. The Cass Scenic Railroad joins with the Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad to bring guests the "Wild Heart of West Virginia Adventure Package," and it's truly amazing. You might even want to turn it into an annual tradition that you and your loved ones go on every year. It's a unique trip that combines adventure, history, and relaxation. You will love every minute of this one-of-a-kind train ride!
You'll start your journey at the Elkins Depot.
From here, you'll board the Cheat Mountain Salamander to take you through the forest.
The leaves are jaw-dropping! You won't believe your eyes when you see how vibrant the colors are all around you.
There's a 30-minute layover at the High Falls of Cheat.
This waterfall is especially beautiful in the autumn season.
From there, you'll stop at one of the coolest ghost towns in West Virginia: Spruce.
Spruce was a historic logging and railroad town.
The town has since crumbled, but you can still see the concrete foundations of many of the buildings.
Signs around the site can help you imagine the town.
At Spruce, you'll change trains to one pulled by a historic coal-fired engine.
These passenger cars are open air, letting you experience the fall air and the smokey train engine.
You'll make another stop at Bald Knob to enjoy the overlook here.
Then the train travels through the forest to the town of Cass.
In Cass, you'll stay overnight in one of the historic company houses in the town.
After your stay here, you'll return to Elkins in the morning. Alternatively, you can start your visit in Cass and stay in Elkins overnight.
This is one of the best West Virginia train rides around! It is surely an experience that will be worth remembering for a lifetime. It's a great choice for the whole family or for a romantic getaway. You can book the trip through the end of October by visiting the Mountain Rail Adventures website.
Have you already had the opportunity to go on this fun fall adventure? Please let us know all about your experience in the comments section! We would love to hear all the details and what your favorite parts were.
For another great railroad adventure in West Virginia, check out the Castaway Caboose, where you can be dropped off in a caboose and spend the night camping. And if you want to feel nice and cozy on your autumn trip, take a look at The North Face for some ideal fall attire for the whole family.
Subscribe to our newsletter
Get the latest updates and news
Thank you for subscribing!
