Steam of the Smokies

Experience the thrill of riding behind the steam engine as you travel through…

Experience the thrill of riding behind the steam engine as you travel through the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains, including Fontana Lake, Nantahala Gorge, and the quaint town of Dillsboro

Steam of the Smokies

Explore the Smoky Mountain on the Steam Train

Bryson City, NC, is home to the historic Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, with its steam locomotive sure to instill a feeling of nostalgia and excite the child at heart with gentle excursions through the Smoky Mountains. The #1702 locomotive dates back to 1942, where the engine’s construction was an official commissioned WWII Steam Engine plan. It is of the world’s largest engine class and is one of two remaining in the United States. This converted oil burning engine began its year restoration process in 2015 RE-debuting in 2016 and delighting passengers year after year. For diesel-powered train rides, click here.

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Nantahala Gorge Train Excursion

Take a train ride along side the beautiful Nantahala River on the Nantahala Gorge Excursion! Departing from Bryson City, this 4½ hour roundtrip excursion carries you 44 miles to the Nantahala River Gorge and back again arriving at our…

Tuckasegee River Train Excursion

Enjoy a relaxing ride through quiet countryside on your way to small town life in western North Carolina on the Tuckasegee River Excursion. Departing from Bryson City, this 4 hour excursion travels 32 miles round-trip to Dillsboro and back…

Train Special Events

Uncorked - A Rail and Wine Experience

Passengers will enjoy a full service All-Adult First Class ride in our First Class cars with a private attendant and plush, well-appointed dining seating. A narrator will accompany the ride to present each pour to guests and share knowledge…

The Bunny Hopper Express

This 4 and half-hour round trip special event train departs the historic Bryson City Depot travels through the Smoky Mountains to a picturesque layover destination for Easter-themed activities and Egg Hunt. Passengers will be on the lookout…

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride

All Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ with the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Experience the magic of Christmas on THE POLAR EXPRESS™! This 1¼-hour round-trip journey departs from the Bryson City Depot and whisks you through the serene wilderness…

More Things To Do in Bryson City

Christmas

Experience the magic of the Christmas Holidays in Bryson City with an all-new…