Travel Through History

The historic William Crooks
The historic William Crooks, 1862

The Lake Superior Railroad Museum offers an up-close look at the history of rail travel. Admission is only $7.00 ($3.50 for kids) with your fare!


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The SOO Line 2719
The SOO 2719 Rides Again

Travel through Time


History comes alive on the Lakefront line of the North Shore Scenic Railroad. Each summer equipment from the museum makes the transition from static display to rolling stock on our working railroad. During the season several trains a day depart the historical Union Depot for a trip through downtown Duluth, Canal Park, along the shore of the Lake Superior and deep into the majestic North woods. Fully narrated tours tell the history of Duluth, the harbor, and the stories of the railroads that connected the people and transported the material that built the region.

Daily Excursions


Daily Excursion on the North Shore Scenic RailroadDaily trains go round trip from Duluth to Two Harbors. Shorter trips are available to Lester River, and Wednesday thru Saturday evenings we feature the ever-popular Domino's Pizza Train.

See below for details on our Elegant Dinner train and Murder Mystery Train. All rides may be reserved as a group charter. More info >>

 

 

Special Excursions


2719 on the tracksWe have a lot of fun trips planned this summer -- Ride the train to the Knife River Music Festival, or follow Grandma's Marathon! The Elegant Dinner Train and the Murder Mystery Train are two of our most popular special excursions. In the fall we offer Fall Colors Tour through the autumn leaves, a Beer Tasting Train, the Pumpkin Patch Train for Halloween, and our famous Polar Express, More info >>

 

 

Chartered Excursions


Chartered Excursion on the North Shore Scenic RailroadThe North Shore Scenic Railroad is happy to make our equipment and crew available for private charter. We offer one-way and round-trip excursions tailored to the needs of your group, and are able to handle hundreds of passengers.

Give us a call to discuss how we can provide a memorable experience for you! More info >>