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Located in the charming, historic town of Cass, WV, the Cass Scenic Railroad State Park transports passengers back in time for an unforgettable adventure. Restored company buildings and the Cass Country Store add to the charm and atmosphere of this quaint old logging town.
Re-live an era when steam-driven locomotives were an essential part of everyday life. Today, train passengers experience breathtaking trips through mountain wilderness areas.
Cass Scenic Railroad offers three train ride destinations: Whittaker Station, Bald Knob, or Spruce.
Trip to Whittaker Station
Vintage Shay steam locomotives, using switchbacks, transport passengers up an 11% grade to a restored logging camp at Whittaker Station. The Shay logging locomotive was designed to climb the steepest grades and swing around hairpin curves.
Whittaker Station is a recreated logging camp of the 1940's which shows both the living quarters and the tools of the loggers. Here, you can leave the train and enjoy spectacular mountain views, rest, eat lunch, and see the authentic logging camp. Round-trip to Whittaker is approximately two hours.
Trip to Bald Knob
You may also travel to the top of Bald Knob, West Virginia’s second highest peak at an elevation of 4,842 feet. Located 11 miles up the mountain from Cass, you’ll experience a spectacular view into two states. The train will stop at Whittaker station. Round-trip to Bald Knob is approximately five hours.
Trip to Spruce
The now abandoned logging town of Spruce was once a bustling town. It was built in 1905 to meet the needs of the woodsmen working in the timber on Cheat Mountain. It was at one time the highest town in the East, and was accessible only by train. The site is along the beautiful Shaver's Fork of the Cheat. The train will stop at Whittaker station. The train ride round-trip is about five hours.
Special Entertainment Trains
Two Cass Scenic Railroad dinner trains add to the fun. Be sure to check out the schedule for the Fiddles and Vittles Trains and the Murder Mystery Trains.
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Latitude : 38.39724N Longitude : -79.91436W
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Rt 66, Cass
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