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Railway through the Heart of
the Adirondacks
Embark on a unique journey through the heart of the Adirondacks
aboard vintage rail cars with Saratoga & North Creek Railway.
Ride along a beautiful 56.5 mile stretch of the Hudson River
between Saratoga Springs and North Creek, traversing through
The First Wilderness Heritage Corridor. Saratoga & North Creek
Railway offers passenger service at three stations and a variety
of tour options, from full day excursions and fall foliage tours to
special event trains such as Wine & Rails and the family holiday
favorite, The Polar Express.
Seated in Style
Guests who have selected Diamond Class
will love seating in our mid-century dome car
with panoramic windows for unobstructed
views of the peaceful passing landscape as our
train travels through several Adirondack villages.
Standard Class passengers are seated aboard fully restored
vintage cars that are certain conversation starters! Passengers will
enjoy vistas of the Upper Hudson River andthe beloved Adirondack
Mountains all from the comfort of their own seat. The Saratoga
& North Creek Railway is a great option for all ages, linking
the cultural attractions of Saratoga Springs with the scenic natural
beauty of the Adirondacks.
Explore
In 2015, the Saratoga
& North Creek
Railway collaborated
with the First Wilderness
Heritage Corridor
to provide its passengers
with a new steponguide/interpreter
on its
spring-fall excursion trains. This guide continues to provide riders
with current local information on town attractions. Touted as the
true “Gateway to Great Adirondack Adventure,”the Saratoga &
North Creek Railway invites passengers to explore more along its
route through its itinerary options.
prospect for chunks of this deep-red gemstone. Hike the new town
trails in the park or just hang your feet in the Hudson along the
banks of the river. Let the shuttle take you to Gore Mountain Ski
Area to ride the gondola during the summer months or take advantage
of the variety of walking trails available at the mountain
through fall.
Browse the Main Street of this historic ski town, stop for a
savory lunch, ice cream or find that perfect balsam pillow in one
of the many shops and visit the cherished “gift to the community”
Tannery Pond Center, complete with its own gallery, theater and
information center. Return to the gift shop at the train station and
visit the North Creek Depot Museum for a chance to learn more
about the Adirondacks and the rich history behind the railroad.
Fall Foliage
During the fall
months of September
and October,
upstate New York
comes alive with
color, boasting some
of the most spectacular
hues the eyes can
imagine. Cast against
the majestic peaks of
the Adirondack Mountains, fall foliage rides aboard the Saratoga
& North Creek Railway are of some of the best views in the
Northeast!
Holiday Fun
The Polar Express - A Family Holiday Tradition Beginning
annually in late November and running through the end of
December,the Saratoga & North Creek Railwaycomes alive with
Christmas magic as the SNCRR trains are transformed into the
magical Polar Express. The Saratoga & North Creek’s Polar
Express offers an amazing holiday experience the wholefamily
can enjoy. Come in your pajamas and sip a steaming cup of hot
chocolate served by singing and dancing elves, as you glide past
the winter wonderlands. Munch on homemade cookies and meet
Santa as he presents you with a special “first gift of Christmas” -
all while you travel in comfort to the magical North Pole. Come
and experience the joy of the holiday season aboard the Saratoga
and North Creek
Polar Express. Group rates available on most trains.
Private Events
The Saratoga & North Creek Railway is a unique option for
parties, corporate outings, special events and fundraisers. With
two dome cars able to seat 120 guests and seating for up to 540
passengers in Standard Class, our
trains can easily host functions of
varying sizes.
Check SNCRR.com for a
complete schedule of special
train events throughout the year
including The Polar Express
Ride to North Creek and enjoy complimentary shuttle service Train Ride.
to the historic garnet mines during the summer where they can
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