Some of the Beaver State's 2400 plus miles of railroads provide scenic rail excursion riders spectacular scenery as you travel along the Columbia River and the Blue Mountains. The state's first railroad was a 5 mile portage railroad completed in 1862. Amtrak daily service includes the Coast Starlightand the California Zephyr from Chicago serving the 1896 era Portland Union Station.
Several very fine scenic train rides are available including the Mount Hood RR. For scenic train excursions along the Pacific, the Oregon Coast Scenic Railway would be a good choice. For scenic train rides in the northeastern part of Oregon, the Eagle Cap Excursion Train provides excellent viewing. Murder Mystery and Dinner Trains are available on the Crooked River Dinner Train.
The "Daylight" Southern Pacific's No. 4449 is based in Portland and also runs occasional steam train excursions. Additional Oregon steam train rides include the 1938 Spokane, Portland & Seattle's former Empire Builder, #700, pulls Holiday Express trains during December. A Polar Express train ride in Oregon operates on the Mount Hood Railroad.
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This 1873 depot museum is the oldest remaining railroad station in Oregon. This restored building is also an Historic Museum, containing many items preserved from the past.
Step back in time and experience a bit of yesteryear. Ride the Oregon Coast Scenic Railway following the beautiful Oregon coast line behind a 1910 Heisler steam locomotive. Your scenic hour and a half trip chugs along Tillamook Bay and gives passengers panoramic views of the ocean. Great for all ages, this trip will give you a glimpse into Oregon's history. Directions.
The Mount Hood Railroad's vintage trains capture the nostalgia of classic American train travel. Enjoy a delicious four-course dinner or brunch prepared on-board and served by their friendly and attentive wait staff. On certain dates, special entertainment is offered including Murder Mystery Dinner Trains. Two hour and 4 hour excursions are available. Sit back, enjoy the great views and visit with friends and family as you travel along the river, through forests, meadows and numerous fruit orchards to the town of Odell or Parkdale. A live narration along the way covers local history and key points of interest. During the layover, have a picnic in the park, sample local cafés, browse the shops and take in stunning views of Mt. Hood.The Polar ExpressTrain ride comes to life when trains depart the Hood River depot for a memorable journey during November and December. As you travel through the quiet woods, listen to the story of The Polar Express and meet Santa and his elves at the north pole. Then, Santa will greet each child onboard the train and give each one, their own special Christmas bell. Also a 30 minute The "Little Engine That Could" train ride for children and their families.Directions.
The Willamette Shore Trolley line takes you on a beautiful journey along the Willamette River in a authentic antique trolley car. The sites along the way include the 1,396 foot Elk Rock Tunnel. With an "S" curve between its portals, the mid section of the tunnel is in total darkness. Travel over several trestles, including the 686 foot Riverwood Trestle.Directions.
The museum has no permanent location at this time. Their ultimate goal is to establish a museum site where the SP 4449 "Daylight" steam engine and other important artifacts will be stored and displayed. The 4449 also ran for 3 years as the "American Freedom Train" during the nations bicentennial. The rolling stock and smaller display items are currently either in storage or on loan. The excursions operated by the museum are designed to commemorate rail history events and educate the public about rail travel. For future plans also see Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation.
Take part in the Murder Mystery show on board the Crooked River Dinner train. You will be transported back in time to the 1800's during the days of the infamous Jesse James. The cast of characters will serve libations from our no host bar during the boarding hour while you get acquainted with them. Also enjoy an old fashioned Sunday meal, served by the James Gang as they entertain you. Enjoy the day light excursion of the beautiful scenic Crooked River Valley. But look out, Jesse James and his gang are on the loose, and appear on horseback alongside the train when you least expect it. Bring your camera and get your picture taken with one of our famous outlaws as they board the train in search of the loot. Holiday mystery dinner theaters are scheduled every Friday and Saturday evening before Christmas in December. Directions.
If you have ever wanted to operate a steam locomotive, this is your opportunity! The SVRR Engineer for a Day program allows you to actually operate a steam locomotive under the supervision of qualified Sumpter Valley Railway personnel. Participants will learn how to operate a locomotive in the McEwen yards, make up a freight train and take it out onto the main line. As you travel through the forests and gold dredge tailings of the Sumpter Valley, you will be given a glimpse back in time without having to leave the comfort of the present. Operating between McEwen and the historic mining town of Sumpter, the steam-powered excursions of the Sumpter Valley Railroad offer an enjoyable way for the whole family to spend a day. This former logging line runs scenic excursions with an original SVR 3-foot gauge 2-8-2. Directions.
Oregon Coast Scenic Explorer operates on 95 miles of scenic mountain railroad with long tunnels and magnificent scenery along the Pacific coast. TBRR usually offers a variety of rail excursions on weekends, however the Tillamook Bay RR is still a working freight line and excursions have been suspended for 2007. Excursion service is expected to return in 2008.
The Eagle Cap Excursion Train is a scenic train ride that operates on a 63 mile long railroad, linking the communities of Elgin, Wallowa, Enterprise and Joseph in Northeast Oregon. Along the way, the track passes through spectacular roadless areas as it follows the Wild & Scenic Grande Ronde River down stream, then turns up the Wallowa River and across the beautiful Wallowa Valley to the base of the towering Wallowa Mountains. Enjoy the Fall Foliage excursion through the Canyon Cruise scenery dressed in the brilliant colors of autumn. The changing light, weather and migrating wildlife make these fall runs special even for veteran Eagle Cap Train riders. Directions.
from Chicago serving the 1896 era Portland Union Station. 
