Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

Engines: Steam Locomotive, Diesel Locomotive,

Rail Gauge: Standard Gauge

This train runs year round!

The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad historic train depot sits in the heart of Bryson City, North Carolina and is a favorite regional attraction for family fun. A round-trip on the train is an ideal way to see extraordinary places that you can’t get to by car. Get a front-row view of Fontana Lake, the historic Fontana Trestle, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Nantahala National Forest, the Nantahala and Tuckasegee Rivers, historical structures, and stunning foliage.

Routes:

Photo of Nantahala Gorge Excursion

Nantahala Gorge Excursion

Region: Appalachian Mountains
Begins at Bryson City Depot
Ends at Bryson City Depot

Photo of Tuckasegee River Excursion

Tuckasegee River Excursion

Region: Appalachian Mountains
Begins at Bryson City Depot
Ends at Bryson City Depot

Photo of Great Smoky Mountains Railroad



Comments from riders

Road Runner
Beep beep!
2023-05-13T06:00

Yosemite Sam
Rootenest tootenest train ride ever!
2022-07-14T06:00