One of the most entertaining, beautiful, and historic experiences around Park City isn’t on the slopes or in the shops, it’s nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains.

293The Heber Valley Railroad (HVRR) is an authentic heritage train that carries passengers along sixteen miles of scenic wandering track from Heber City throughout the Provo Canyon. Th is testament to old-time Utah allows passengers to catch a glimpse of the majestic bald eagle, the gargantuan moose, or, if lucky enough, the elusive mountain lion, all while lounging next to the train’s large viewing windows.

As the breathtaking Mount Timpanogos looms in the near distance, this dazzling ride lets tourists and locals alike take a step back into the 1920s- hearing the roar of the steam horn, feeling the diesel locomotive take the tracks, chugging along some of the most picturesque scenery Utah has to off er. View people working and playing along the Provo River, Deer Creek Reservoir and Heber Valley farmlands.

The Heber Valley Railroad not only serves host to amazing visual tableaus and unique wildlife ˇ the ride is also fun for the whole family! Specialty excursions are widely popular, spawning enthusiasm for holidays, special occasions, and family-oriented activities.

The ever-popular North Pole Express starts the day aft er Th anksgiving, complete with cocoa, cookies and, of course, Santa!

Elsa and Anna are all aboard the Princess Train. Dress your child like royalty for this 90-minute round trip, which serves tea and cupcakes, fi tting for a prince or princess. Reservations are going fast; book now for the February 13th and April 23rd trips.

Last but not least, the train rides allow its passengers to enjoy “a slice of Americana which has otherwise disappeared.” Passengers witness history coming-to-life through
fi rst-hand encounters with the U.S. railroading days of yore. “It’s more than just a train ride,” said Mark Nelson, Executive Director of the HVRR, “it’s history in motion.” Loco-motion, indeed.

Join the Heber Valley Railroad this winter for a great variety of scenic and adventure trains. For ticket price information and schedules, please call 435-654-5601 or visit hebervalleyrr.org.

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