Experience the Ramps & Rails Train Festival Ride in Elkins, WV
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels due to the relaxed train ride format
Overview
Discover the Ramps & Rails Train ride in Elkins, WV—a unique one-hour journey celebrating Appalachian ramps with local food, crafts, and live music through scenic mountain terrain. Perfect for families and culture seekers alike.
Ramps & Rails Train
1 Hour • Festival Special Event • Diesel Train • Great for Kids/Families
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About This Adventure
Experience the vibrant Ramps & Rails Train event, where you can savor delicious local ramp dishes, explore unique Appalachian arts and crafts, and enjoy live music. Take a scenic one-hour train ride with assigned seating, perfect for families and friends to create unforgettable memories together in a festive atmosphere.
Ramps & Rails Train
Description
Learn about this unique indigenous Appalachian leek while enjoying local arts, crafts and live music. Local food vendors show off scrumptious ramp dishes! While enjoying the festival, enjoy one of our short 1-hour train trips!
Important Seating Note:
The Ramps & Rails Train features enclosed cars with assigned seating. When booking cars N-506, T-850, C-324, and D-1493, you will choose your own seats at traditional 4-top tables. When booking car P-120, seating will be CUSTOM, which means we will pre-arrange tables to seat you together based on your party size. If parties with separate bookings (i.e., Jones party of 2 and Smith party of 4) want to be seated together in the Parlor Car, please add a note to the comments box when completing payment so that we can make every effort to seat your parties close together.
PET POLICY:
- We DO NOT allow pets on any of our excursions
- Service animals which are required due to a disability are allowed
ADA INFO:
- Due to the historical nature of the equipment and a non-standard platform, the New Tygart Flyer out of Elkins is not wheelchair accessible. There are multiple steps to board the Flyer, but there are handrails to help.
Adventure Tips
Book Seats Early
Reserve your seating preference in advance to sit with your party, especially in the Parlor Car where arrangements are custom.
Arrive Early for Boarding
Plan to arrive ahead of departure time to navigate the multiple steps and boarding process smoothly.
Check Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed on the excursion, except for required service animals—plan accordingly.
Prepare for Limited Accessibility
Due to historic equipment and platform design, the train is not wheelchair accessible; bring necessary support if needed.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- White-tailed deer
- Eastern box turtle
History
The ramps plant has long been an important food source for indigenous peoples and Appalachian settlers, celebrated each spring with community festivals in Elkins.
Conservation
The festival and train operations promote sustainable practices by supporting local food vendors and minimizing environmental impact during the event.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Light Jacket
Spring evenings can be brisk; a light jacket keeps you comfortable on and off the train.
spring specific
Camera
Capture the vibrant festival scenes and Appalachian mountain views throughout the ride.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated while enjoying festival activities and the train trip.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Wear sturdy shoes for festival grounds exploration before or after the train ride.