Train Tour: Mount Washington Cog
Beginning at the Marshfield Base Station in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire, the Mount Washington Cog Railway, AKA “The Cog,” ascends approximately 3,500ft up to the highest summit in the region.
As you can probably guess, this is the most abrupt railway track in our country and the second steepest in the world. So if you have a fear of heights, this train tour might not necessarily be for you.
A one-hour break at the summit provides you with breathtaking views of New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Canada, as well as the Atlantic Ocean from the Mount Washington Observatory. So make sure to pack your camera for this one.
You can also browse the museum and gift shops. And you can even send yourself or loved ones a postcard from their very own post office! Even though there’s only one way up and down, you get to choose between riding on a biodiesel or a steam locomotive.
So are you ready for a train tour? Leave us a comment in the section below, and share your thoughts with us!
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134 thoughts on “6 Magnificent Train Tours In The US You “MUST-SEE””
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Hello, I would like more information about the Tennessee train tour,
Appreciate the recommendations. Did the California coast one from Emeryville to San Diego.
Hi, I would like more information about the Rocky Mountaineer Train Tour.
Prices?
Me too! It sounds like so much fun. I live in Knoxville and I think this would be a great way to see south-east Tennessee without having to drive.
I would like more information about the Tennessee train tour.
I would like to get more info on these train tours please
train trips from Tampa, Fl or Florida
That sounds like a winner! Going on my bucket list. 🙂
Hello, I would like more information about the Tennessee train tour, please.
Hi Lisa. We recommend contacting a travel agent. They can find you train tours that check off your travel bucket list “MUSTS.”
I really like the one on the Train Tours a lot. I also like the Route 66 as I love all of the U. S. History.
I woud like more info on Smoky Mountain Tour
I would like more information on the Smoky Mountain Train tour please.
I would like to know more about the smokey mountain tour.
me too.
Anita Elzey also
, Smokey mt.
These all look very interesting to me and would like more info on them
Where’s the train trip to Alaska?
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Please send info on smokey mountain tour
I would like some more information about your Grand Canyon trip. I con’t see how to make reservations. Thank you.
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I also would like more information on these tours, please
Need more info on the Nashville TN trip
I’m interested in the train tours and all information on all tours please
I would like more info. I am in love with trains so would be interested in any of these trips and the prices. Thanks.
Interested in the Smoky Mountain tour
How do I get more info on the train trip to Alaska?
i think Ellen has a good idea. Iam also interested in the ALASKA trips,
All the trips sound wonderful!!! How do I find the price and the dates they are available?
I would like information about all trips leaving from Chattanooga TN
Love them all! A link to the different train’s sites sould be included to help promote tourism.
How do I get information on a trip.
Please send me more info on these train tours. They all sound interesting!
Would love to have more information on these tours. Is there a website to find more about tour packages
Hello! Thank you so much for all of your interest. Unfortunately, we aren’t able to help you book any tours on these wonderful trains because we aren’t a travel agency. Our site offers information about many magnificent places to help you decide your next getaway. But we don’t have access to the train tours or packages you see in this article. Thank you for understanding, and we apologize for any confusion.
Are there any train tours in Texas?
there is a train from Rusk to Palestine. not more than an hour or so. one in winter called polar express. I believe its a coal burner. am.
I would love to know a lot more about the Mt. Washington Cog.
I am from Mass. and would Love to explore Mt. Washington.
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JUSTTRY GOOGLING ANY ONE THAT YOU WISH INFORMATION ON
I would like more information on all of these tours. I would also like to know about the cost. I’m more interested in the Mount Washington tour. Please let me know.
I would like to have more information on train trips in the US.
You need to ride the Cass Scenic Bald Knob at Mountain Rail, WV.
Very unique and one of a kind.
I live in Austin Texas and raising my 13 year old grandson. I have never ridden a train a long distance and would love for both he and I to have that experience. What suggestions would you make for our experience to be enjoyable?
Hello Geraldine! Considering there are MANY beautiful options in the US, we recommend choosing a train tour that best suits your needs and interests. But no matter which one you pick, be sure to check the weather forecast during that time period as to avoid any unpleasant surprises. We hope you and your grandson have a fun trip!
Where is the Alaska Train tour?
How can I get information where to board and the price for this train ride?
Hello Katalin! Thank you for your interest. Your best option would be to check with the Amtrak website to view their schedules and packages.
I like the Tennessee route , Smoky Mountain and Pigeon Forge
I WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMANTION ABOUT THE TENNEESSEE OUR.
Grand Canyon Tour price dates and returns.
Hi,
Please send more info on the Grand Canyon and Rocky Mountaineer trips.
Please more info
Can I get more details about the train trips, e.g., cost, schedules, etc.?
Definitely ready for the experience! I would like more info on booking for all tours. Thank you
Smokey Mountains would be interesting
Love to find a plan to take the train from Michigan all the way across
It would be nice if there is a guided tour for seniors and single seniors as well.
Would love more info on Carolina/ Tennessee for a start. Should have done the train rides across this country years ago.
I WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE INFO ON ALL TRAIN TRIPS YOU OFFER. SPECIFICALLY WOULD DO GRAND CANYON 1ST.
The Mount Washington Cog sounds like an amazing idea for my upcoming Birthday on December 9. Please send pricing information. Thanks
It is not likely that the cog railway will run on December 9th as the summit of Mt. Washington, which has recorded the lowest temps and highest wind velocity in the continental US. It s possible to hike it in December, but you must be very experienced, well equipped, and have experienced artic-weather hikers with you, have satelite radios and the good sense to TURN BACK when the weather worsens. There have been several deaths on that mountain this winter alone, and near 200 in all have perished there over the years.
I like the the Rockies but what I want to know do you have a train tour for the fall foliage from New York to Maine this is what I’ll like to do and go please let me know thank you
Would like more information regarding the Grand Canyon Tours for a Family Vacation – 7 Adults / 6 Children
Is there a trip to Yellowstone, the Dakotas, Wyoming?
1) Rocky Mountaineer!! We did a trip from Banff National Park to Vancouver. We departed th train in Jasper, stayed overnight and then took a bus trip from Jasper to Banff. Made stops along the way including Lake Louise in Alberta. Was an unforgettable experience!!
2) The cog train on Mt Washington was also great. The train was fun and when we arrived on the top of the mountain it was a windy experience. Be sure to bring someone to hang on to
All these Trips Sound nice, Thank You for the Information.
This sounds perfect for me, especially with the Silverleaf Plus package to enjoy.
interested
So where do I get info on these trips, costs, dates, etc?
I would like more information about the Smokey Mts Train tour from Nashville.
Very interested in the Denver to Moab trip. Please provide additional information on pricing and availability.
Very interested in receiving more information about the Rocky Mountaineer trip. Include pricing and availability.
I would like more information on the Train Tour: Smoky Mountains.
This looks interesting can i get more information Thank You
Great tours but you missed two. Both are steam narrow gauge, one in S.E. Colorado, the other in S.W. Colorado. The Cumbres and Toltec in the East, the Durango and Silverton in the West.
Both are usually day-long. Absolute tremendous scenery.
Dick
Please email me information on the Grand Canyon tour.
We love to travel by train it’s the best way to spend time looking around the country and seeing what people have been doing for years
I would like further info on this tour.
I would like more information on the Tennesse train ride
would like information on train tours
Please send me more info on the Smoking Mountain train ride. Cost, stops, dates.
Thank you!
I would Like more info about, The tours at the Incline Railway to Lookout Mountain, the Summerville Steam Special of the Tennessee Valley Railroad, and the Tuckasegee Steam Train of the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. where to get them and where they are located.
The cog tour looks great More info?
I’d like more info on the
Grand Canyon trip
How do you book a tour?
Please give me more information about the Smokey mountain rail . Thanks
Can you send me more info on the California and the Tennessee tours?
Hello,
I am interested in some of your railway tours. Are these are escorted tours? Please let me know
Thank you, Koumudi Manthani
I would like to know the price and how long each tour is. Where do they leave from.
I would like more information regarding the Grand Canyon tour.
I would love more info and pricing of these train tours. Especially Rocky Mountains and Smokey mountains please.
Please
, more information on how to “book” a train tour.
How much are each of the tours and the dates?
Need trains like china
Interested in making tours without the airports, airplane schedules. Long terminals. Mid-seventies couple wants to relax and enjoy the scenery. Too old for hiking or too much exertion.
Interested in Grand Canyon tour
Reminds my of the 11 day Amtrak train trip I took my graduating high school senior on. We live in Northwest Arkansas. We got on in Little Rock Arkansas. Little Rock to La…La to Portland…Portland to Chicago…Chicago back to Little Rock. An amazing journey that I would do again without hesitation and recommend to any one that enjoys train travel. 😊👍
more information for Smokey Mountains
I would to take a train trip
Your tours all sound breathtaking and I would love to take every one of them.
Each of your tours sound exciting and I would love to take each of them.
I would like to prepare a train trip through the 13 colonies. Does anything like that exist already?
Train trip costs for seniors- Tennessee trip for sure
Do you have special prices for senior citizens?
What’s the longest train ride?
More information on the “Smokey Mountain” tour please.
Ron and Toni
Love to see more send brochure
These all sound wonderful except the one regarding the extreme heights; I think that one would be out because I do have panic attacks when go up high. Sadly, you never mentioned any cost factors throughout the tour of looking through the various trips. We would have to know up front what a complete trip would probable cost & then figure the amount of cash we’d want to have for spending. Since we are retired seniors and live strictly on our retirement social security, that would all have to be figured in advance of booking. I will appreciate any feedback you can send and will thank you kindly.
Hope all of your team are having a great summer & trying to keep cool.
Sincerely, Harryette Elaine Miller Burnette
anything leaving Houston, Tx?
I would like more info about the Tennessee Train Tour.
I would like information and pricing for the Smoky Mountain Train tour.
Would like a trip from W. coast to E. coast across the NORTHERN route …then return Southern route back to Oregon…
This trip sounds great! I live in Jacksonville Fl, I would have to fly to Nashville Tn. How much is the train tour? What is the length of this trip? Are there any stops along the way to Pigeon Forge> I have been to Pigeon Forge many times and love it there.
Hello Joyce! Unfortunately, we don’t have any information regarding pricing of any of these train tours. A travel agency in your area may be able to help you out. And we agree with you about Pigeon Forge! It’s beautiful. One of our favorite stops is the Titanic Museum!
are there any tours coming out of nevada?
Hi Rowe! We haven’t found anything interesting yet. But as soon as we do, our readers will be the first to hear about it!
What about the Durando to Silverton Railroad???
Hey Gerry, Thanks so much for the tip. We’ll be sure to add it to our next list. Stay tuned!
We would like to take the train trip from new orleans north to tennessee, in january, february or March. 2025 Could you please send me information.
would like info on train tours
Hello Gary. Thank you so much for your interest. Unfortunately, we’re not a travel agency. We just love traveling and exploring the most beautiful places we can find. If you’re looking for ideas for your next trip, let us know which part of the world you’ll be visiting, and Must See Places can fill you in on the best spots. We might even know a few tips and tricks to make your vacation more memorable!
Please send me information on the Rocky Mtn. scenic train travel
I would like to know more about the grand canyon trip
Train trips interested
I would like more information
Prices?
I would love to get more information on train tours please?
Hello Alisa, we’re sorry but Must See Places is not a travel agency. Our writers have been to many incredible locations. And while we can talk a lot about OUR favorites, we can’t help you book any tours.
would like more information on the Tennessee train tour. How many days, any overnight stops, etc.
Are there any train trips thru Pacific Nortwest that are several nights?
Hi Karin! There’s a Canadian Rockies train tour that starts in Seattle. But your best bet would be to contact a travel agency. They can probably book your trip and offer some more details.
Is these train hop on hop off
Because i will like to tour a round the towns not just pass through
Hello Yolanda, as far as we know, many of them also have exploring opportunities. But we recommend contacting a travel agent to get all the information you’re looking for.