Quick Details
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- This train in not wheelchair/handicap accessible
- Children under 12 are not permitted in the Parlor Car Upgrade
- Restrooms available onboard
BOARDING ADDRESS:
315 RAILROAD AVE
ELKINS, WV 26241
Cold Cut Lunch Included Per Ticket
Fall Rates ($10 Increase) Start September 16, 2026
Adult
Ages 12-64
TBD
Senior
Ages 65+
TBD
Military/Veteran
With Valid ID
TBD
Child
Ages 4-11
TBD
Infant (FREE BUT TICKET REQUIRED)
Ages 3 and Under (TICKET REQUIRED)
Free
Parlor Service
Ages 12+ only • Private Table • Adult Beverages • Upgraded Lunch
TBD
RETURNING IN APRIL 2026!
RUNS APRIL-EARLY NOVEMBER!
Hop aboard the New Tygart Flyer in Elkins, WV!
This wilderness excursion features mountain grades, an “S” curve tunnel, a high bridge and miles of unspoiled mountain views. Vintage diesel-powered locomotives climb along the cascading Shavers Fork of the Cheat River to the High Falls of Cheat. Enjoy the view relaxing aboard our comfortable climate controlled passenger coaches.
This vintage diesel-powered passenger train has gained a reputation as one of the most relaxing mountain wilderness excursions in our Mountain Rail Adventure portfolio. The 4-hour, 46 mile round trip departs at 11 a.m. from the restored Elkins Depot on Railroad Avenue.
On the trip to the Falls, enjoy a cold cut lunch, which is included in the ticket price. The trip culminates at the High Falls of Cheat, an 18′ high, 150′ wide waterfall located in one of the most remote and pristine settings in the region. If you’re looking for comfort and spectacular views on a vintage train this is the ride for you!
Looking for more comfortable seats at a private table? Adult beverages? An upgraded and expanded buffet? Your own car host? Check out our Parlor Car service for these special perks and more! *Children under 12 not permitted in the Parlor Car Upgrade*
Trip Summary
- 4-hour and 48-mile round-trip excursion from Elkins to High Falls and back
- Climate controlled
- Lunch included in ticket price
- Parlor Car Service upgrade available!
- Scenic waterfall destination!
- Restrooms available onboard
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If notice of cancellation is made prior to 48 hours before departure, we will be able to issue a 90% monetary refund (booking fees are non-refundable). If cancellation is made within 48 hours before departure, there will be no monetary refund. However, you may reschedule at any time for another date in the current season. Gift cards can also be issued for the full ticket amount (minus booking fees) at any time and will not expire. If you paid with only a credit card, self-cancellation is available via the “View Online” link in your booking confirmation email. If you paid with a gift card, please contact a Mountain Rail WV customer service representative at 304-636-9477 to cancel. Send all general reservation inquiries to [email protected].
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The New Tygart Flyer features enclosed cars with assigned seating. When booking the Regular Service (formerly known as “Buffet Service”) cars, you will choose your own seats at traditional 4-top tables. Regular Service tickets include a cold cut lunch (with non-alcoholic beverages such as water, tea, and coffee) served onboard. When booking the Parlor Service, seating will be CUSTOM, which means we will pre-arrange tables to seat you together based on your party size. If parties with separate bookings (i.e., Jones party of 2 and Smith party of 4) want to be seated together in the Parlor Car, please add a note to the comments box when completing payment so that we can make every effort to seat your parties close together. Parlor Car tickets include upgraded lunch options in addition to a selection of desserts and wine provided by a personal car host. Tips not included in Parlor Car ticket price – cash bar after one complimentary glass of wine.
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- We DO NOT allow pets on any of our excursions
- Service animals which are required due to a disability are allowed
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Due to the historical nature of the equipment and a non-standard platform, the New Tygart Flyer out of Elkins is not wheelchair accessible. There are multiple steps to board the Flyer, but there are handrails to help.
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Taxes/fees are not included in ticket prices. Rates, times, and dates are subject to change. Regular Service is formerly known as “Buffet Service”. Fall rates apply to every departure starting in mid-September through mid-November.
*Advanced reservations HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to guarantee Regular Service (formerly known as “Buffet Service”) seating. Paid advance reservations REQUIRED for Parlor Car Service.*