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! Enjoy our longest scenic round trip north to Thendara and ride our complimentary shuttle bus to & from Old Forge. Spend the day enjoying shops, restaurants, & the outdoors. Food & beverages available a la carte. DEPARTS AT 9:15AM July 14th September 1st THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS ONLY September 13th October 25th THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS ONLY $37.50/ADULTS, $35.50/SENIORS, $27.50/YOUTH (2-12) Bring your bike or canoe with you to enjoy on your layover in Old Forge. Enjoy a Bike Train or Canoe and Kayak Train package, departing our Thendara Station. $2/BIKE, $4/CANOE! Travel on our longest scenic trip from Utica to Thendara. During the four hour layover enjoy a leisurely 2 hour cruise of the Fulton Chain of Lakes from Old Forge Lake Cruises. AVAILABLE ON UTICA TO THENDARA TRIPS WITH LAYOVER FOR RESERVATIONS AND PRICING: Old Forge Lake Cruises: (315) 369-6473 OR WWW.OLDFORGELAKECRUISES.COM Enjoy the railroad s longest scenic tour (2 hours each way) without spending all day on a trip. Relax and enjoy the fall scenery as you travel from Utica to Thendara and back. Food and beverages available a la carte. DEPARTS AT 11:30AM September 16th October 28th FRIDAYS AND SUNDAYS ONLY $35.50/ADULTS, $33.50/SENIORS, $25.50/YOUTH (2-12) -
Travel north from Utica s Union Station to the Buffalo Head Restaurant in Forestport. Enjoy a leisurely meal. TRIPS DEPARTING AT 12 PM June 17th, July 15th and 29th, August 5th November 3rd, 4th, 10th & 11th TRIPS DEPARTING AT 11:30 AM September 16th, October 14th, 21st & 28th $22/ADULTS, $14/YOUTH (DOESN T INCLUDE MEAL) Featuring a different Finger Lakes winery every trip, enjoy a wine tasting, light snacks, and live music onboard as you travel from Utica to Remsen. Beer from a great variety of New York State microbreweries will be available every trip. Check our schedule online for a list of which wineries and musicians will be aboard. *NEW* First Class tickets will include table seating, gourmet snacks, and wait service. DEPARTS AT 6:30 PM April 27th, May 18th, June 22nd July 13th, 27th August 3rd, 17th, 31st September 14th, 21st, 28th October 5th, 12th, 19th $40/First Class Ticket $25/Coach Class Ticket Travel from Union Station north to The Soda Fountain, Remsen s 50s-themed diner. Enjoy music & entertainment from The Soda Fountain Girls on the train. TRIPS DEPARTING AT 2 PM May 27th, June 24th, July 22nd, September 9th TRIPS DEPARTING AT 5:45 PM June 12th, October 9th, October 23rd $29.95/TICKET (INCLUDES MEAL)
Depart from our Holland Patent Station and travel north towards the Remsen Depot where you will hunt for Easter eggs and meet the Easter bunny. DEPARTS AT 10 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM April 7th $12/ADULTS, $10/YOUTH (2-12) Departing from our Holland Patent station, travel to the Remsen Depot in costume for some Halloween fun! Upon arrival at the Remsen Depot, children will be able to pick one complimentary pumpkin from our pumpkin patch. DEPARTS: 10 AM, 12 PM & 2PM Ride from Utica s Union Station to the North Pole (Holland Patent Station) to pick up Santa Claus who will ride back with the children on the return trip and give each child their First Gift of Christmas. Enjoy caroling with the elves and reading the Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg. Hot chocolate & cookies provided in Union Station after. *NEW* Cocoa Class Car, your hostess, Mrs. Claus will serve hot cocoa and cookies aboard the train. Special table seating. DEPARTS AT 4:30 PM & 7 PM November 16th December 22nd Friday, Saturday & Sunday ONLY FIRST CLASS TICKETS* $49/ADULTS & SENIORS $42/YOUTH (2-12) *MUST BE PURCHASED IN EVEN NUMBERS COACH CLASS TICKETS $27/ADULTS $25/SENIORS $23/YOUTH (2-12) October 27th $12/ADULTS, $10/YOUTH (2-12) Round trip from Utica to Old Forge for the Adirondack Christmas on Main Street event and the start of the holiday shopping season! DEPARTS AT 11 AM November 23rd & 24th $30/ADULTS, $28/SENIORS $20/YOUTH (2-12)
Ride from Thendara Station north to the site of the old Carter Station and back. No layover. DEPARTS AT 10 AM July 1st September 2nd, WEDNESDAY THROUGH SUNDAY September 8th, 9th, 15th & 16th September 19th October 12th, WEDNESDAY THROUGH SUNDAY Columbus Day, October 8th $15/ADULTS*, $13/SENIORS & MILITARY*, $9/YOUTH* (2-12) *DISCOUNTS FOR ADULTS & YOUTH ON SUNDAYS *DISCOUNTS FOR SENIORS & MILITARY ON FRIDAYS Ride from Thendara Station south over the Moose River to Otter Lake and back. No layover. DEPARTS AT 12:30 PM & 3:00 PM May 26th June 24th, SATURDAY & SUNDAY ONLY Memorial Day, May 28th (12:30 ONLY) Veterans & Active Service Personnel FREE with ID Monday, June 18th (12:30 ONLY) June 27th September 2nd, THURSDAY THROUGH SUNDAY September 8th, 9th, 15th & 16th September 19th October 12th, WEDNESDAY THROUGH SUNDAY Columbus Day, October 8th $15/ADULTS*, $13/SENIORS & MILITARY*, $9/YOUTH* (2-12) *DISCOUNTS FOR ADULTS & YOUTH ON SUNDAYS *DISCOUTNS FOR SENIORS & MILITARY ON FRIDAYS Depart from Old Forge in a canoe or kayak, paddle down the Moose River, & catch the train for a ride back to Thendara. All operating days, except Wed. Canoe & kayak rentals available through Tickner s. FOR RESERVATIONS & PRICING: TICKNER S CANOES (315) 369 6286 OR TICKNERSCANOE.COM Bring your bike along for the ride! Take the train north to Carter Station and bike back to Thendara, enjoying 10 miles of trails through the woods. Bring your bike along for the ride or rent one in town! DEPARTS AT 10 AM Contact us for operating days. $8/TICKET
Travel on the train north to the old Carter Station as the Loomis Gang from the Mystery Company attempt to rob the train. Be on the lookout for bandits on horseback from Adirondack Saddle Tours. DEPARTS AT 10 AM, 12:30 PM & 3 PM July 4th August 29th, Wednesdays $16.50/ADULTS, $14.50/SENIORS & MILITARY, $9.50/YOUTH Enjoy a magic show as worldrenowned Illusionist Leon Etienne performs throughout the train. Check out Leon at : www.leonetienne.com. DEPARTS AT 12:30 PM & 3 PM July 6th August 31st Fridays $15/ADULTS $9/SENIORS & MILITARY (WITH ID) $9/YOUTH (2-12) Travel north to Carter Station where you will disembark and visit Wally s Pumpkin Patch. Each child can pick one complimentary pumpkin from the patch! DEPARTS AT 10 AM, 12:30 PM & 3 PM October 13th, 14th, 20th & 21st $15/ADULTS, $10/YOUTH (2-12) Travel from Thendara Station south to Otter Lake and back. Enjoy holiday stories, music, games, & visit with the Clauses. DEPARTS AT 2PM & 4PM November 23rd & 24th $15/ADULTS, $10/YOUTH (2-12)
/ Honoring Prisoners of War, Missing in Action, Retired, and Active Duty Military. Active Duty Military & Veterans ride for free bring the family and they will also receive special discounts! Full color guard will be in attendance. To Carter Station Departs 10AM To Otter Lake 12:30PM, 3PM September 15th REGULAR PRICES, FREE/MILITARY (WITH ID)* *CALL THENDARA STATION FOR FAMILY DISCOUNTS A special discount for seniors and active duty military. To Carter Station Departs 10AM To Otter Lake 12:30PM, 3PM $15/ADULTS, $9/SENIORS & MILITARY (WITH ID) $9/YOUTH A special discount for mothers. To Carter Station Departs 10AM To Otter Lake 12:30PM, 3PM REGULAR PRICING, MOMS RIDE FOR FREE A special discount for adult and youth tickets. To Carter Station Departs 10AM To Otter Lake 12:30PM, 3PM $10/ADULTS, $5/YOUTH (2-12) A special discount for fathers. To Carter Station Departs 10AM To Otter Lake 12:30PM, 3PM REGULAR PRICING, DADS RIDE FOR FREE
Saturday & Sunday May 26th June 24th Wednesday Sunday June 27th September 2nd Wednesday Sunday September 8th October 7th Saturday & Sunday May 26th June 24th Wednesday Sunday June 27th September 2nd September 8th October 7th SEE SPECIFIC EVENTS FOR PRICING - Who is that person in the black hat and red bandana that boarded the train? It s the Tri-Lakes Bandit trying to steal the railroad payroll. This event will take place during our trip from Saranac Lake to Lake Placid. Once the bandit boards the train, there is plenty of fun and laughter to go around! Wednesdays, June 27th August 29th $19/ADULTS, $17/SENIORS, $11/YOUTH (2-12) Penelope the Clown with her curly pink hair and bright smile will bring laughter and cheer to the young and young at heart. Penelope will entertain with her balloon artistry, face painting, stories, fun & games. Thursdays, June 28th August 30th $19/ADULTS, $17/SENIORS, $11/YOUTH (2-12) - - - -
A special discount for seniors. Ride the rails and be amazed as Boxcar Benny performs his magic tricks and sleight of hand. His illusions will be sure to astonish and amaze. DEPARTS: Fridays, June 29th October 5th $19/ADULTS, $13/SENIORS, $11/YOUTH (2-12) LAKE PLACID: 11AM & 2PM SARANAC LAKE: 12:30PM & 3:30PM (ONE WAY) Fridays: June 29th August 31st $19/ADULTS $13/SENIORS $11/YOUTH (2-12) The Adirondack Scenic Railroad presents our NEW Saturday Family Fun Train. The train ride is features balloons, face painting, bingo, sing-a-longs, and more! Saturdays, June 30th September 1st $19/ADULTS, $17/SENIORS, $11/YOUTH (2-12) This evening scenic excursion includes a presentation and tasting of wines from the Swedish Hill & Goose Watch Wineries cheese and crackers will be served. DEPARTS LAKE PLACID AT 5:30PM June 30th, July 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th, August 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th September 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, October 6th, 13th, 20th $29/TICKET (PHOTO ID REQUIRED) On those hot summer Sundays, each passenger will receive one FREE ice cream from the café car. Sundays, July 1st August 26th $19/ADULTS, $17/SENIORS, $11/YOUTH (2-12) Enjoy our classic Wine Tasting Train and on your layover in Saranac Lake, enjoy a food tasting event and presentation from local chefs & farmers. DEPARTS LAKE PLACID AT 5:30PM September 8th $29/TICKET (PHOTO ID REQUIRED)
Begin your day with a relaxing train ride, upon arrival in Saranac Lake, take a short walk to Romano s Saranac Lanes. Present your train ticket to receive a discount. Return to the Saranac Lake Depot for the 3:30 return trip. DEPARTS LAKE PLACID AT 11 AM All Operating Days BOWLING RESERVATIONS: ROMANO S SARANAC LANES, PHONE: 518-891-8301 Begin your day with a relaxing train ride, upon arrival in Saranac Lake, take a short walk to the St. Regis Canoe Outfitters and begin your journey paddling down the Saranac River. Transportation will be provided back to the Saranac Lake Depot for the 3:30 return to Lake Placid. DEPARTS LAKE PLACID AT 11 AM All Operating Days FOR RESERVATIONS AND PRICING: ST. REGIS CANOE OUTFITTERS (518) 891-1838 OR WWW.CANOEOUTFITTERS.COM Join us to celebrate Memorial Day! This train will stop at Pine Ridge Cemetery for a moment of silence and for taps. May 26th & 27th $10/ALL TICKETS FREE/CHILDREN UNDER AGE OF 2 Veterans & Active Service Personnel FREE with ID Our regular scenic trip, with a special discount. June 2nd,3rd,9th, 10th, 16th, 23rd & 24th $10/ALL TICKETS FREE/CHILDREN UNDER AGE OF 2 Enjoy browsing through the merchandise of several exhibitors and vendors during the 5th Annual Postcard, Old Books, Antiques and Railroada Show held in the Saranac Lake Depot Lobby. August 4th Regular Schedule & Pricing $10/ALL TICKETS FREE/DADS & CHILDREN UNDER 2 $10/ALL TICKETS FREE/MOMS & CHILDREN UNDER 2
Enjoy our scenic journey with breath-taking displays of autumn colors and fall foliage. Wednesday Sunday September 8th October 14th $19/ADULTS, $17/SENIORS*, $11/YOUTH (2-12) *SENIOR DISCOUNT FRIDAYS, $13/SENIOR TICKET View the seasonal changes of the Adirondack fall foliage on Columbus Day for a discounted price. DEPARTS: LAKE PLACID: 11AM & 2PM SARANAC LAKE: 12:30PM & 3:30PM (ONE WAY) OCTOBER 8TH $10/ALL TICKETS FREE/CHILDREN UNDER 2 Come in costume and be ready to have some fun when you ride our decorated Halloween train round trip departing from our Lake Placid Station. Keep a look out for the ghosts, goblins, witches and more that haunt our rails this time of year. Your layover at the Saranac Lake Depot will feature refreshments and free pumpkins for children. DEPARTS LAKE PLACID AT 11AM & 2PM October 20th & 21st $10/ALL TICKETS FREE/CHILDREN UNDER 12 The Saranac Lake Depot will host this community music festival from noon until dark. The Adirondack Scenic Railroad will have additional departure times for those who wish to extend their layover. Admission to the festival is free. 12:30PM & 3:30PM (ROUND TRIPS) 6:15PM (ONE WAY) September 2nd $10/ALL TICKETS FREE/CHILDREN UNDER 2 Come dressed in costume & have some fun participating in our Halloween Costume Contest on your layover at our haunted Saranac Lake Depot! This haunted ride includes a presentation and tasting of wines from the Swedish Hill & Goose Watch Wineries that will be served in your souvenir wine glass while cheese & crackers are served on the side. DEPARTS LAKE PLACID AT 5:30PM Saturday, October 20th $29/TICKET (ID REQUIRED)
Can you recite the Little Engine That Could by heart? Were you Shining Time Station s number one fan? Are you just looking for an exciting way to spend your time volunteering? The Adirondack Scenic Railroad is always looking for people to assist with daily train responsibilities. Volunteer positions include Car Host, Conductor, Engineer, Trainman, Food Service Host, Office Assistants and Gift Shop personnel. No previous experience is necessary, we can find something for everyone! Be a part of the historic Adirondack Scenic Railroad family. Email us at info@adirondackrr.com to fill out a volunteer form today! Member contributions to the Adirondack Railway Preservation Society are critical to the continued development of the historic and educational potential of the Utica to Lake Placid rail line. Please consider a membership to help us complete our work. To become a member, email Linda Ellison at lindaellison@adirondackrr.com or call (315) 369-6290 for more information. $ Receive a subscription to the Society newsletter, a supporter s window decal, 10% discount in our gift shops, 4 complimentary tickets & one lifetime pass to depart any location. $ Receive a subscription to the Society newsletter, a supporter s window decal, 10% discount in our gift shops, and six complimentary tickets. $ Receive a subscription to the Society newsletter, a supporter s window decal, 10% discount in our gift shops, & 2 complimentary tickets. $ Receive a subscription to the Society newsletter, a supporter s window decal, 10% discount in our gift shops, & one complimentary ticket. $ Receive a subscription to the Society newsletter, a supporter s window decal, and 10% discount in our gift shops. $ - (Age 62+) Receive a subscription to the Society newsletter, a supporter s window decal, and 10% discount in our gift shops.