The 7 Best Train Themed Adventures You Can Take In West Virginia

One of the best things about living in West Virginia is all of the beautiful natural scenery around the state. It can be easy to miss if you're zooming down the highway in your car, so consider one of these slower-paced trip to check out the views. If you're the kind of person who feels that the journey is just as important as the destination, you'll love each of these amazing train rides.

1. Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad

This three hour trip goes through The Trough, a valley that is home to many bald eagles. 90 percent of the trips on the Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad have eagle sightings, so your chances to see one are good! Read more here.

2. Murder Mystery Wine Train

Enjoy sips of some of West Virginia's finest wines while working with your fellow passengers to solve an engaging mystery. Along the way you'll get a fabulous view on this ride from Elkins. Read more here.

3. The Durbin Rocket Wild West Adventure

This scenic train ride will travel for 1.5 hours through the mountains and along the Greenbrier River. During that time, you'll meet a cast of characters from the old Wild West who will battle for control of the train. Read more about this adventure.

4. Cass Scenic Railroad Castaway Caboose

Ride through scenic forests on the historic Cass Scenic Railroad and then camp overnight in a real caboose! It's an adventure that will create memories for a lifetime. Read more here.

5. New River Train Excursions

This October, catch a train ride through the beautiful New River Gorge on this railroad just in time to see the fall colors in the trees. This railroad also has trips to Washington D.C., the Greenbrier, Chicago and New York City. The train is based in Huntington. For more information, see New River Train Excursions' website.

6. The Wild Heart of West Virginia

This epic overnight package stops at the company town of Cass, the scenic overlook at Bald Knob, the secluded High Falls of Cheat, the abandoned ghost town of Spruce, and more. Read more about this amazing trip here.

7. The WV Polar Express Train Ride

Recreate the magical journey from the Polar Express story on this ride from the Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad. Read more about this family-friend adventure here. Tickets go fast, so start planning your trip now!

If you're a train lover, consider a day trip to the little West Virginia town of St. Marys. It's one of the few places left where you can still see trains sharing the road with cars, and there are train-themed places all over town!