Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Offers Memorable Mountain Adventures for 2015

The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad is a favorite NC mountains attraction with both daily excursions and special events.  The train rides depart from Bryson City's historic depot and wind through the countryside of the beautiful Smoky Mountains.

2015 General Excursions:
Choose from one of two adventures - the Nantahala Gorge Excursion or the Tuckasegee River Excursion - and see the beauty of Western North Carolina from an open-air gondola car or upscale first class seating.
    
The Nantahala Excursion departs Bryson City traveling along the Nantahala and Tennessee Rivers for four-and-a-half hours over the 44 miles to the Nantahala Gorge and back again. Enjoy Bluegrass music and Appalachian stories along the way. The historic Trellis Bridge crosses Fontana Lake as the train travels into the beautiful Nantahala Gorge and arrives at the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) for a one-hour layover.

The Tuckasegee River Excursion winds through the countryside for 33 miles and 4 hours with a one and a half hour stop in the quaint historic town of Dillsboro where you may shop the unique downtown stores and galleries. The route includes a pass by the set used for the train scenes on the popular movie "The Fugitive".

Special Event and Specialty Trains:
The 2015 season offers a full calendar year of railroading events. Book ahead for these popular trains and guarantee your seat for fun-filled memories including:

• PEANUTS™ The Valentine Express and Sweetheart Train - February 14, 11 AM
• Photo Contest - deadline for submission February 6, 2015
• PEANUTS™ Easter Beagle Express - April 3 and 4
• Freedom Train - July 4
• Dinosaur Train™ - July 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 31; August1, 2
• PEANUTS™ Pumpkin Patch Express - Oct 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, 31
• Masquerade Train - October 31, 8 PM
• THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride -November 13 - January 3, various dates