Few things can be as thrilling as boarding a historic train for a ride through the Great Smoky Mountains. If you haven’t experienced this fun excursion, then now is the time. The upcoming BBQ trains aboard the historic railroad are uniquely popular for natives and visitors alike.
Raise your hand if you’re ready for one of the most unique adventures available in the Carolinas.
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The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad is a scenic icon in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Once aboard the special BBQ train, you’ll be served a delicious dinner, complete with all the fixins’ and a heaping serving of mouthwatering BBQ.
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The BBQ train snakes through the mountains making its way to picturesque Fontana Lake.
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Upon reaching the trestle at the lake in the early evening hours, your train stops on the trestle — and then the fun continues.
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Enjoy the beautiful views of Fontana Lake and the surrounding mountains as you wait for the grand finale. We’ll give you a hint… it’s not fireworks…
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Sunset over the lake!
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What fun! What could be more memorable than a BBQ (and possibly brews) scenic train ride that includes a sunset over the lake from atop a trestle?!
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The sunset BBQ dinner trains aboard the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad are only available on select dates (and sunset views are weather permitting and not guaranteed). Further, there are family-friendly options as well as an adults-only version that costs a little more, and features locally crafted beer in addition to the tangy BBQ. Also, dates featuring either a diesel or steam locomotive are available. Prices for the excursions vary according to your preferences from the above options. Each ride comes with a souvenir glass (adult and beer tickets) or a stadium cup (kids’ tickets). More information on the BBQ trains is available at this link on their website.
The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad is located at 45 Mitchell St., Bryson City, NC 28713. More information can be found on their official website and on their Facebook page.
For more fun reasons to visit Bryson City, keep reading here.
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