Northbound Colgate Grove Excursion

Discover a living piece of American railroad history with a scenic journey through the beautiful countryside of Central Pennsylvania. This experience offers far more than a simple train ride as visitors travel aboard one of the oldest operating narrow gauge railroads in the nation. Rolling hills forests and farmland unfold along the route creating a relaxing and nostalgic atmosphere while historic locomotives bring the past to life. Depending on the day departures may be powered by a vintage diesel or an authentic steam locomotive adding variety to each visit.

The one hour roundtrip ride travels to Colgate Grove where guests may enjoy a peaceful picnic layover before returning on a later train. Visitors can choose from several seating styles ranging from enclosed coaches to open air cars and historic caboose seating for a unique perspective of the journey. Optional combination tickets allow deeper exploration through a guided tour of preserved industrial buildings revealing how early railroad operations functioned. Wheelchair accessible train cars help ensure that more visitors can comfortably enjoy this memorable heritage experience.