Essex Steam Train - Essex, Connecticut
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BruceS
N 41° 21.035 W 072° 24.314
18T E 717073 N 4580924
Scenic train operated in eastern Connecticut.
Waymark Code: WM4PVZ
Location: Connecticut, United States
Date Posted: 09/17/2008
Views: 43
The Essex Steam Train operates from Essex, Connecticut and the offers a one hour scenic ride through the countryside and small towns along the Connecticut River. The trip can also add a ride on a river boat on the Connecticut River. The train is operated by the Valley Railroad Company and has two restored steam locomotives and restored Pullman cars. Along with normal tour rides they also offer dinner trains on weekend evenings. The railroad also so offers special seasonal events which can be view at their website.
Engine Type: Steam
Gauge of Railway: Standard Gage
Approximate Adult Fare: 17.00 (listed in local currency)
Approximate Child Fare: 9.00 (listed in local currency)
Type: Spur (out and back)
Length of Route: 12 miles
Dates of Operation: From: 01/01/2008 To: 12/31/2008
Frequency of departures: Variable by season and day of week see website.
Key Attractions:
Sights along the Connecticut River. Fall tours have great fall colors along the route.
Does this Scenic Railroad Provide: Brunch, Lunch or Dinner Trains?: yes
Railroad Website: [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:Provide a picture of something with the train. Possible photos include the entertainment on board the train, the train itself at any location along the route, a picture of the scenery with part of the train in view, the kids borrowing the engineer’s hat. Show us you had a good time visiting the train. If the train isn't running when you visit get a photo of one of the many railway related items that can be found in locations like this.