This Epic Railroad In Delaware Will Give You An Unforgettable Experience
The Wilmington and Western Railroad (WWRR) is Delaware’s operating railroad museum. Guests ride in steam and diesel-powered locomotives while sightseeing in northern New Castle County. The railroad dates back to the late 1800s when it was used to transport goods between the mills on Red Clay Creek and the Port of Wilmington. Today the line operates to raise awareness and appreciation of the industry and beauty of the Red Clay Valley. All aboard!
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The Mt. Cuba Meteor train ride travels up the Red Clay Valley to Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove, where guests enjoy a 1/2 hour layover to stretch their legs or have a picnic.
Each fall watch the colorful foliage of Delaware by train. Imagine taking in the reds, yellows and oranges whizzing by you as you relax and gaze out the window at the landscape.
History comes alive, too! Step back in time during Civil War Skirmish Weekend. Travel with the troops and relive the past as you travel to a skirmish between Union and Confederate soldiers, performed by actors in period costumes.
A group of Wild West hooligans take over the train and try to outsmart the sheriff during the Wild West Robbery ride. Will they succeed in stealing the gold?
Adults aren't the only ones having fun! Know a youngster with a passion for trains? They can spend a day learning about maintaining steam locomotives and the tracks at the Railroading Day Camp. They'll also get to ride in a caboose!
Learning about the Wilmington & Western railroad makes me want to pack my bags and jump on a train. Have you ever been aboard one of these railcars? Tell us about it in the comments!
Leah is a web, multimedia and social media professional by day and a writer for Only In Your State at night. She enjoys photography, kayaking, and wildlife.
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