Preserving History,
Creating Memories.

Experience the North Shore by train.

All Aboard!

The Lake Superior Railroad Museum & Train ticket office are open daily from 10AM- 5PM.
Train excursions generally operate Fridays-Sundays

This is our most popular trip, fun for all ages of the family, and now with First Class options. The perfect price and length for your family visit to Duluth. This is our shortest trip to the edge of Duluth and back. This excursion departs at 11am Friday-Sunday in summer/fall.

This is an all new excursion offering. This is a 2.5 hour excursion during the day, operating on weekends. It follows the same route as our evening trains, making for a longer ride up the shore and back, with both Coach and First Class options. This ride is an extension of shorter, Duluth Zephyr ride offered earlier in the day. This excursion departs at 1:30pm Friday-Sunday in summer/fall.

Pumpkin train 2026 Duluth MN

The Great Pumpkin Train Returns

The Great Pumpkin Train is rolling October 15–18th, with autumn leaves, family adventures, beautiful lake scenery, and a visit to our secret pumpkin field.

Bring the family, find your perfect pumpkin, and make some fall memories! More info & Tickets here. 

Upcoming Events & Special Excursioins

Preserving History,
Creating Memories.

October 2026
Oct 09
09 October 2026
The annual Beer Train is back, hosted by Bernicks, accompanied by their area's leading local breweries and brew pubs Climb aboard the North Shore Scenic Railroad's historic coaches, and wander the train during this 2.5 - 3 hour ride. Onboard, visit various beer tasting brewer tables, and sample what they...
Oct 15
15 October 2026 - 18 October 2026
All aboard for a fall adventure on the Great Pumpkin Train! Once a year, a pumpkin field appears along the tracks, and the only way to reach it is by train. Everyone gets a pumpkin when you arrive. Admission to the Lake Superior Railroad Museum is included, so when you’re...
Oct 30
30 October 2026
All aboard the Terror Train! Don’t let the name scare you too much, this isn’t a haunted house on rails, and you won’t be chased by monsters through the cars. Terror Train is one giant, three-hour Halloween costume party for adults, rolling up the North Shore and back! Board at...
November 2026
Nov 27
27 November 2026 - 20 December 2026
ABOUT THE THE CHRISTMAS CITY EXPRESS STORY READING: The Christmas City Express is a storybook experience recommended for families with children and the young at heart. The performance begins in the Lake Superior Railroad Museum, where you'll be treated to a classic book reading of the new Christmas City Express...

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Explore the Story of the Rails

Feel the motion, hear the whistle, and watch the scenery roll by on our unforgettable train excursions.

On Track since 1990

Operating continuously since 1990, our excursions honor the legacy of railroading while creating new stories with every departure.

Family Traditions Start Here

Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning year after year, there’s always something new waiting down the line. 

History in Motion

More than a ride, this is a place where history moves, memories are made, and traditions continue to roll forward.

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News & Updates

From historical insights to event annoucements and behind-the-scenes features, stories that keep our mission moving forward.

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Upcoming Events & Special Excursioins

Preserving History,
Creating Memories.