The Missionary Ridge Local offers you the perfect "bite sized" train ride. At 50 to 55 minutes, this 6-mile round trip packs a lot of history into a compact time frame.
Experience one of the original rail lines into Chattanooga. Along the way you get to witness two unique methods of turning a train around: the better known turntable, and the wye (think of doing a three-point turn with your car and you're close). One of the highlights of the trip is riding through 1858-era Missionary Ridge Tunnel, a.k.a. the Chattanooga, Harrison, Georgetown, & Charleston Railroad Tunnel, especially noted for it's uniqueness as a horseshoe tunnel. The bottom of the tunnel actually pinches in so that as it rises, the sides curve out before curving back in to form the roof. You'll also receive a guided tour of our East Chattanooga Back Shop after watching the turntable demonstration.
The Missionary Ridge Local trip length is typically 50-55 minutes and the motive power is either steam or vintage diesel locomotive. The roundtrip time includes the layover in East Chattanooga where passengers view the turntable demonstration and the conductor gives a tour into the restoration shop.
Tickets
Adults: $15.00
Children (age 3-12): $9.00
No charge for children under age 3.
Tickets are purchased as walk-up only on the day of the trip. The boarding location is Grand Junction Station in Chattanooga (directions, info).
Schedule
All times are for departures from Grand Junction Station and are Eastern time.
To view a weekly schedule, click here to see the monthly calendar (click on "next" to view following months.)
For occassional "unscheduled" trips on weekdays, CLICK HERE
| 10:40 AM |
| 12:05 PM |
| WHEN? --- SATURDAYS beginning February 6, 2010 and Tuesdays through Fridays beginning March 16 as shown on the monthly calendar. |
| 10:40 AM |
| 12:05 PM |
| 1:15 PM |
| 2:25 PM |
| 3:35 PM |
WHEN? --- SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS beginning March 6, 2010 as shown on the monthly calendar.
|
Please note that smoking, alcoholic beverages, and pets are NOT allowed on any train. Thanks for your cooperation.
Special group rates available for groups of 20 or more, and charter trips can be arranged for groups of 40 or more. Contact the TVRM office for information.
