Ride Along A Historic Steam Train At This Rare Event In Cincinnati
There are many opportunities throughout the Cincinnati area to step back in time and experience a bit of history firsthand. A unique chance to do just that is coming to our region in August as a historic steam engine will arrive at the Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad. An engine of this kind has not visited LM&M Railroad in five years, so you’ll want to mark your calendar for this rare event. Hop aboard this steam train ride near Cincinnati, chug through the countryside, and learn more about this essential piece of our city’s history.
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LM&M Railroad is one of many charming features of the city of Lebanon, just north of Cincinnati.
It's been five years since a steam engine visited LM&M Railroad and this year it will pull trains August 3rd, 4th, 10th, and 11th. Rides are available at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.
The train ride will take about an hour and fifteen minutes and is appropriate for all ages.
You'll follow the same route as the Turtle Creek Valley Flyer, which runs between Lebanon and Hageman Junction. Be sure to arrive early to check out the engine before your ride. If you don't have a ticket, you can also come view the steam engine during its visit.
All seats for this excursion are on the Lackawanna coach cars, which are comfortable and have a historic and authentic atmosphere.
There is no air conditioning, but the windows open and fans will run if the weather is hot. Also keep in mind that the concession car will not be available during this ride.
You can purchase your tickets for the Summer Steam Train now, but don't forget to check out what else is coming up at LM&M Railroad.
Tickets are already on sale for the popular North Pole Express, which often sells out. If this train ride near Cincinnati has been on your bucket list, put it on your calendar now.
LM&M Railroad offers all sorts of nostalgic excursions throughout the year and this rare steam train ride is always a favorite. It doesn’t happen often, so book your tickets now to ride behind it and see this historic steam engine up close. Are you a fan of train rides and will you check out this steam engine? Let us know in the comments!
For more information on this steam train ride near Cincinnati and to purchase tickets, visit its website here and follow along on Facebook here. Station Address: 16 E South Street, Lebanon, OH 45036
And for more on what to do and see in Lebanon while you’re there, check out our previous article here.
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A Cincinnati native who has lived in Kentucky for over 10 years, Andrea's heart belongs both in the Queen City and the Bluegrass State. After earning an education degree and working in that field for a number of years, Andrea began to pursue her passion for writing over 6 years ago. Since then she has written for a number of print and online publications, as well as published a children's book.
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