Virginia Truckee Railroad offers weekend train rides from Virginia City to Gold Hill
Looking for something fun and safe to do this summer? Take your family and friends on a trip back in time aboard The Virginia Truckee Railroad in Virginia City, Nev.
Powered by a vintage steam locomotive, Virginia Truckee Railroad will be running roundtrips from Virginia City to Gold Hill on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays this summer.
This 35-minute ride runs seven times each day, beginning at 10:30am. The last rain leaves at 4 p.m. Fares are $14 for adults and $7 for children ages 5-12. Kids aged four and under ride free. Tickets are available at the depot, or online at virginiatruckee.com.
Take in beautiful high desert views from our open-air cars, hear the stories of the Comstock Gold Rush as you chug along the original 1800’s route. You will see the remnants of gold mines and historic cemeteries as well as travel through the 400 ft original Tunnel #4. You may even spot some bands of wild mustangs.
This historic train ride is a perfect way to escape to a simpler time while still practicing social distancing. Hand sanitizers are available around the depot, and engineer’s bandanas are provided free to children and available for just $1 for adults. High- touch areas are sanitized after each train ride.
Before or after your train ride stop in our gift shop located inside the original 1870’s passenger depot. Cold drinks and ice cream are also available.
The depot and train are also available as a unique venue for birthday parties, weddings, anniversaries or other special events.
Contact our event coordinator, Candy Duncan at (775) 721-6255 for ideas and more information.
Complete your day with a visit to Virginia City, a living ghost town filled with shops, restaurants and museums.
Other special trains may be added to the schedule, check the web site for more information or call (775) 847-0380, or www.virginiatruckeerailroad.com.
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