- 5 hours Duration 5 hours
- All Ages Ages All Ages
Enjoy a 50-mile roundtrip through the beautiful lower Hiwassee River gorge. This 5-hour trip takes you to the top of the famous Hiwassee Loop.
Quick Details
Copperhill Train Ride
Take an extended day trip excursion through the lower Hiwassee River Gorge, over the Hiwassee Loop, and onto the joint cities of Copperhill, Tennessee, and McCaysville, GA. Total 94-mile round trip. Have lunch on your own during the 90-minute layover before returning. Departure time is 9:00 A.M. and return is generally around 5:30 P.M.
The “Copperhill” route is the same as for “Loop” trips, but after traversing the river gorge and negotiating the spiral near Farner, the train continues a longer distance through Turtletown and Ducktown to the former mining town of Copperhill.
The railroad over which Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum trains travel on its Hiwassee River Rail Adventures was formerly part of the Louisville and Nashville (L&N) Railroad’s Atlanta Division stretching between Etowah, Tennessee and Marietta, Georgia. Learn more
NOTE: Pricing varies for Fall Premium dates (October – first two weeks of November)
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Coach:
Dome Car 15401:
Not recommended for individuals with mobility/walking issues.
Dome Car 9410:
Not recommended for individuals with mobility/walking issues.
Observation:
Not recommended for individuals with mobility/walking issues.
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Things to Do in Copperhill TN
Food & Drink
- Kenny’s Pizza (take out only) – We are family owned authentic New York style pizza parlor located in the outskirts of downtown Mccaysville Ga across from the train depot.
- Rum Cake Lady – Bienvenidos! We are a family-owned, fast-casual counter-service cafe offering authentic Cuban comfort food, just like “mami” used to make, and our famous rum cakes in the beautiful cities of Blue Ridge, and MCCaysville, Georgia!
- Copperhill Brewery – Definitely casual, easy to relax. and very roomy. The best of craft beers are always readily available. Play darts, enjoy occasional live entertainment, or stop by to play trivia!
- Buck Bald Brewing – Since opening our doors in Copperhill, Tennessee in September of 2018, we have built an amazing culture of locally brewed craft beer, ultra-friendly staff, and a dedicated following of locals and visitors that cannot be matched.
Attractions
- Fat Raccoon Gallery – Fat Raccoon Gallery offers pieces created by local artists including; photography, paintings, pottery, forge work, folk art and found object art.
- Mustang Sally Clothing and Jewelry – Mustang Sally is a ladies clothing and jewelry boutique located in Copperhill, TN, just a short drive from Blue Ridge, GA. At Mustang Sally, a good day starts with a pair of jeans that fit just right, kickin’ boots and the perfect piece of turquoise jewelry.
- Christmas is Here! – As Rip and Tammi are artists who earned their living for over twenty years with their woodwork and have their work in the Smithsonian, they appreciate the work of other artists and try to foster interest from visitors to the store.
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- Snack items are available for sale on the train, including soft drinks, coffee, water, chips, crackers, and candy bars.
- You are also welcome to bring your own lunch with you (alcohol is prohibited).
- Souvenirs are sold onboard, including T-shirts, caps, and books.
- Restrooms are located on each train car.
- Trains consist of enclosed, climate-controlled coaches pulled by a diesel locomotive.
- Coach seating is open, while limited first-class tickets are available for reservation.
- Parking is located at 9406 Hwy 411, Delano, TN 37325
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Children under 2 years ride free if not occupying a seat. Fares are slightly higher during the peak Autumn season. All trains run rain or shine and ticket sales are final.