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
Adult
Ages 12-64
$ 83
Senior
Ages 65+
$ 81
Military/Veteran
With Valid ID
$ 79
Child
Ages 4-11
$ 63
Infant (FREE BUT TICKET REQUIRED)
Ages 3 and Under (TICKET REQUIRED)
Free
Parlor Service
Ages 12+ only • Private Table • Adult Beverages • Upgraded Lunch
$ 98
RETURNING IN 2026!
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
This winter train ride will operate on Fridays and Saturdays beginning January 16th and continuing through February 28th! This scenic, vintage diesel-powered, four-hour train ride passenger train departs at 11 AM from the restored Elkins Depot on Railroad Avenue. The train’s route follows the historic Tygart River to Tygart Junction with a return stop at the Historic Golden Rule building. Throughout the trip, the train will pass by old ghost town that once lined the river as well as old coke ovens and coal loadouts that helped to power the American Industrial Revolution. Also be on the lookout for beautiful river rapids, large boulders, the picturesque Wilmoth Falls, as well as the confluence of Middle Fork and Tygart Rivers.
New to this year is a 45-minute stop (on the return trip) in the historic Golden Rule building in Belington, WV where you’ll have a chance to learn about the history of Belington and Barbour County, see a restored water powered elevator, observe our working railyard facility, and shop at local artisan markets.
A cold cut lunch is also included in the ticket price and served onboard!
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 excursion from Elkins to Tygart Junction and back
– All-enclosed and climate-controlled
– Lunch included in ticket price
– Parlor Car Service upgrade available!
– Spectacular river views!
– 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 Elkins Winter Special train 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, this train is not wheelchair accessible. There are multiple steps to board the train , 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.
*Advanced online reservations HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to guarantee Regular Service (formerly known as “Buffet Service”) seating. Paid advance reservations REQUIRED for Parlor Car Service.*