Find your next steam experience.

Ronks, Pennsylvania

Heritage steam excursions in Lancaster County. Check the operator’s departures and equipment before booking.

Cheyenne, Wyoming

Home of Big Boy No. 4014. Public appearances follow the tour schedule; the steam shop is closed to visitors.

Durango, Colorado

Narrow-gauge mountain railroading in the San Juan Mountains. Verify steam equipment and boarding details for your departure.

Chama, New Mexico

Historic narrow-gauge steam excursions between New Mexico and Colorado, with departures from Chama and Antonito.

Cass, West Virginia

Geared steam locomotives climb the former logging railroad. Consult the official calendar for the particular Cass excursion.

Rockhill Furnace, Pennsylvania

Historic narrow-gauge railroading and preserved shops in central Pennsylvania. Confirm the locomotive for your chosen train.

Cumberland, Maryland

Mountain excursions between Cumberland and Frostburg, with steam locomotive No. 1309 in the operating fleet. Confirm steam dates.

Essex, Connecticut

The Valley Railroad operates vintage steam and diesel trains in the lower Connecticut River Valley. Choose an excursion with the operator.

Williams, Arizona

Steam operates on selected dates, rather than every daily departure. Use the dedicated steam schedule when planning a visit.

Bryson City, North Carolina

Scenic excursions from Bryson City use steam or diesel depending on the date and season. Check the equipment during booking.

Blowing Rock, North Carolina

A theme park built around historic narrow-gauge steam trains in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Check park opening dates and event tickets.

Felton, California

Historic narrow-gauge steam trains climb through redwood forest. Choose the steam excursion; other routes use different equipment.

Elbe, Washington

Steam excursions between Elbe and Mineral preserve Pacific Northwest logging-railroad history. Check available excursions with the operator.

Rockaway Beach, Oregon

Coastal heritage rides use historic steam or vintage diesel power. Confirm your train’s departure town and equipment.

Ely, Nevada

An operating railroad museum with steam and diesel excursions from East Ely. Check the train calendar for your preferred power.

Georgetown, Colorado

A mountain railroad with both steam and diesel locomotives. Verify steam operation and the correct boarding depot before booking.

New Hope, Pennsylvania

Heritage excursions through Bucks County with steam locomotive No. 40 in the fleet. Verify the power for your chosen departure.

Reading, Pennsylvania

Steam excursions include the railroad’s Iron Horse Rambles. Boarding locations vary by excursion; confirm the official trip details.

Sunol, California

An operating railroad museum with steam and diesel on selected dates. Check the current rides page for power, availability and boarding.

Arcade, New York

Heritage excursions from Arcade feature steam locomotive No. 18 and diesel power on selected trains. Confirm equipment and the boarding address with the operator.

Sumpter / McEwen, Oregon

Narrow-gauge steam railroading in eastern Oregon. Excursions normally board at McEwen; fire conditions can require diesel substitution.

Flint, Michigan

Narrow-gauge steam and diesel rides at Crossroads Village beside Mott Lake. The operator lists diesel on some days; confirm the locomotive for your visit.

Dearborn, Michigan

The Henry Ford’s living-history village includes a working steam railroad and historic roundhouse. Check village admission, ride passes and seasonal opening dates.

Owosso, Michigan

Preservation home of Pere Marquette No. 1225, with excursions and seasonal events. Boarding locations and steam availability depend on the particular event.

Coldwater, Michigan

Heritage steam excursions from Coldwater, Michigan. Choose an excursion on the official calendar and confirm its departure details.

Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania

Steam and diesel excursions through central Pennsylvania, including seasonal family trips and longer scenic journeys. Confirm power and itinerary during booking.

Scranton, Pennsylvania

National Park Service steam-railroad collections, roundhouse exhibits and seasonal train rides. Steam and diesel operations vary by day and program.

Ringoes, New Jersey

Heritage passenger trains between Ringoes and Flemington, with steam locomotive No. 60 in the preserved fleet. Check restoration status and current equipment before planning a steam ride.

Phillipsburg, New Jersey

Excursions beside the Delaware River and a steam preservation program associated with locomotive No. 142. Confirm current power, event dates and boarding details.

Nelsonville, Ohio

Steam specials behind coal-fired locomotive No. 3 run on selected dates. Other scenic and seasonal trains may use diesel; choose the dedicated steam offering.

Palestine, Texas

Vintage steam and diesel trains travel the Piney Woods Route between Palestine and Rusk. Book a specifically identified steam departure if that is your priority.

North Conway, New Hampshire

Historic scenic railroading with preserved steam locomotive No. 7470. Steam is not guaranteed on regular trips; verify announced steam dates with the operator.

Bretton Woods, New Hampshire

Mountain cog railway with authentic steam and modern biodiesel locomotives. Select the steam option and review weather, summit service and departure restrictions.

Boothbay, Maine

Living-history museum with narrow-gauge steam train rides and railway exhibits. The operator recommends confirming equipment and the day’s schedule before visiting.

Alna, Maine

Volunteer-preserved two-foot-gauge railway offering steam excursions and special programs from Sheepscot station. Reserve the particular activity with the museum.

Portland, Maine

Maine two-foot-gauge preservation and waterfront train rides. Steam service depends on restoration and facility work; check the operator’s latest steam update rather than assuming a steam departure.

Lincoln, New Hampshire

Railroad at Clark’s Bears with historic steam logging equipment. Theme-park admission, seasonal schedules and operating equipment apply to the train experience.

Chattanooga, Tennessee

Operating preservation railroad with steam and diesel excursions, including selected longer steam journeys. Confirm the locomotive and boarding site for each trip.

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Authentic steam train attraction through the foothills of the Smokies inside Dollywood. Park admission, ride availability and seasonal opening dates apply.

Hill City, South Dakota

Steam train journeys connect Hill City and Keystone in the Black Hills. Choose the correct depot and departure when booking the seasonal service.

Cripple Creek, Colorado

Small narrow-gauge steam trains interpret the region’s gold-mining history. Confirm seasonal hours, admission and service before visiting.

Jamestown, California

Historic Sierra Railway shops and excursion trains in California’s Gold Country. Steam and diesel dates differ; consult the locomotive schedule.

Sacramento, California

Major railroad museum and Sacramento Southern excursion trains. Steam locomotive Granite Rock No. 10 runs only on announced dates; check current power and ride season.

Golden, Colorado

Railroad collections and on-site rides feature steam, diesel or historic motorcars depending on the event. Consult the museum timetable for steam programs.

Carson City, Nevada

Historic Nevada railway collections and steam rides on selected museum operating days. Confirm the ride calendar and admission before travelling.

Perris, California

Museum collection includes steam locomotive Ventura County Railway No. 2. The operator lists its inspection work; current museum rides may use diesel or electric equipment.

Portland, Oregon

Steam preservation center with exhibits, workshop activity and seasonal train excursions along the Willamette River. Confirm steam power and the specific ride offering.

Union, Illinois

Large operating museum with steam, diesel and electric railway collections and rides. Steam equipment operates on selected dates; review the museum calendar.

North Freedom, Wisconsin

Railroad museum with steam collections and ongoing restoration projects, including Chicago & North Western No. 1385. Current train rides should not be assumed to use steam.

Snoqualmie, Washington

Historic railway museum with steam train rides on selected weekends. Steam availability is seasonal and affected by fire risk; use the dedicated steam calendar.

Sugarcreek, Ohio

Guided tours of preserved steam locomotives, a working roundhouse and restoration facilities. This entry is a museum tour destination, not a regular passenger excursion railway.

New Haven, Indiana

Preservation home associated with Nickel Plate Road No. 765 and the Indiana Rail Experience. Excursion boarding sites vary; check events instead of going directly to the workshop.

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Preserves Milwaukee Road steam locomotive No. 261 and offers special rail experiences. Check the official excursion program for steam operation, boarding and access.

Roanoke, Virginia

Museum home of Norfolk & Western No. 611 when the locomotive is not travelling. Verify where the engine is located and distinguish museum admission from an excursion ticket.

Spencer, North Carolina

Transportation museum at the former Southern Railway Spencer Shops, with railroad collections and train rides. Regular rides do not guarantee steam; check special programs and equipment.

Boone, Iowa

Heritage railroad with steam locomotive JS No. 8419 and scenic passenger excursions. Look for explicitly announced steam dates and confirm equipment before booking.

Branson, Missouri

Steam train attraction through the Ozark countryside within Silver Dollar City. Theme-park admission, seasonal hours and ride availability apply.

Anaheim, California

Authentic steam-powered trains circle Disneyland Park. A park visit and valid admission are required; check closures and attraction availability.

Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Steam railroad attraction at Magic Kingdom. Confirm current attraction status, boarding stations and park admission requirements before visiting.

Baltimore, Maryland

Historic roundhouse and steam-era collections at the former B&O Railroad Museum. Check museum access and train-ride equipment; a museum visit does not imply operating steam.

Strasburg, Pennsylvania

A major collection of Pennsylvania locomotives and rolling stock, including preserved steam engines. This museum is separate from the nearby Strasburg Rail Road excursions.

Green Bay, Wisconsin

Railroad exhibits include a preserved Union Pacific Big Boy. Museum train rides are separate from the static steam collection; check the current visitor program.

New Haven, Kentucky

Railway museum and excursion operator preserving Louisville & Nashville No. 152. Steam restoration is ongoing; do not assume a ticketed train will be steam powered.

French Lick, Indiana

Indiana Railway Museum operates heritage scenic and themed train rides from French Lick. Check the operator for equipment and museum access; current steam operation is not verified here.

North Judson, Indiana

Historic railroad museum preserving C&O steam locomotive No. 2789. Current excursions are advertised as diesel; visit the steam display and check museum opening days.

Monticello, Illinois

An operating railway museum with Southern Railway No. 401 on selected steam weekends. Other rides may use diesel power; confirm both the date and boarding depot.

Silvis, Illinois

Steam restoration at the former Silvis locomotive shops, including Union Pacific Challenger No. 3985. Visitor access is event dependent; the shop is not a daily excursion departure point.

Miami, Florida

Historic rolling stock and preserved Florida East Coast steam locomotive No. 153. Check museum hours and the separate ride program; steam exhibits do not guarantee steam-powered rides.

Campo, California

Campo railroad museum and Golden State excursion trains preserve San Diego-area rail history. Explore steam locomotive exhibits; confirm current train power and access with the museum.