The Hot Summer Night Train Ride At Heber Valley Railroad In Utah Will Give You An Evening To Remember

It's hot, hot, hot, Utah! On a toasty summer evening, you can hide indoors and watch Netflix...or you can get outside and explore this beautiful state. The folks at Heber Valley Railroad aren't afraid of those triple-digit days - they celebrate with the "Hot Summer Night" train ride.

All aboard the Hot Summer Night Train! Head to the little mountain town of Heber for a night of family fun.

The train boards at 7 p.m., but you'll want to arrive early so you don't miss the Old West gunfight show. This is a long-standing tradition that got started back in the 1970s when the railroad went by the name "The Heber Creeper."

The train's engineer, conductors, and support staff are standing by to make sure your train ride adventure is amazing. Say hello to them - they're friendly folks who love trains and are happy to share their knowledge with you.

The 90-minute-long train ride takes you along the banks of Deer Creek Reservoir and through the beautiful Heber Valley. The scenery is unbeatable!

Bring your camera to capture some of the beauty through the train's large windows...

...but you'll also want to be prepared to join in the games and sing-a-longs! Your conductors and hosts will also entertain you with stories and fiddle music.

The Hot Summer Night Train is a fun, affordable activity for every member of the family. Tickets are just $10 per person (kids ages two and younger ride for free). You can also get a family pass for $48, which includes seating for up to six people.

The train arrives back at the station at 8:30 p.m., as the sun is starting to set.

The train rides at Heber Valley Railroad typically sell out, so book your tickets soon!

The Hot Summer Night Train runs on Friday nights throughout the summer. The last date for 2021 is September 21st.

Visit the Heber Valley Railroad website to book your tickets online. The railroad has tons of themed trains throughout the year, so make sure to follow its Facebook page to see what's coming up!