In 1885, the first standard-gauge railroad reached Buffalo Gap, Dakota Territory, from Nebraska, and was extended on into Rapid City the next year. This railroad would later build around the …

What is the 1880 Train? It is a two-hour, narrated 20-mile round trip between Hill City and Keystone. Passengers view vistas of Harney Peak, mining encampments and participate in …

Welcome to the Black Hills Central Railroad 1880 Train! We are located in Hill City and Keystone, South Dakota, the heart of the beautiful Black Hills. If you have any questions, please email …

The train leaves from either Hill City or Keystone. Select your departure and return times.

The route was nicknamed "the 1880 Train," as it was likened by Heckman to riding a train in the 1880s. While not quite historically accurate (Heckman was never a rigorous advocate of …

The engineer needs to be familiar with the route, knowing how fast or slow the train needs to be going at certain points along the route to successfully bring the train to its destination. Along …

2023 TREES AND TRAINS Schedule at the Railroad Museum* *Photos with Santa Claus available in Library 11am-4pm all days except December 24 (11am-3pm), December 27 and 28

The train is wheelchair accessible, but seating is limited. We can accommodate 2 passengers per train who utilize the lift. Reservations are a must to ensure an accessible seat.

Turn left onto Railroad Ave/Walnut Ave (.1 mile) A large train car featuring 1880 Train signage will be on your left; Turn left at Elm St (Main entrance) Driving to Hill City from Custer. Take US-16 …

Experience the magic as you take a one-hour round trip journey from Hill City all the way to the North Pole where Santa will board the train for the return journey, taking time to visit with each …