Christmas Tree Train

About this event

Begin a family tradition with this new excursion from the North Shore Scenic Railroad. Travel up the North Shore to the small village of Knife River, where fresh cut North Shore Christmas Tees await, from our friends at Northern Connections. Pick your favorite, have it bailed and loaded onto the train for you while you enjoy live music, and the holiday atmosphere at the newly restored Knife River Depot.- Hot food is available for sale in Knife River during the stop there. Delicious sandwiches and soups from the Larsmont Trading Post will be setup in the Knife River Depot for sale. When you return to the Duluth Depot, drive your car right up to the side of the train, and have our handy helpers load your tree onto your roof for you to take home. Trees and wreaths can be purchased along with your tickets, or in person when you arrive at Knife River. Schedule for the Train: 9:00am – Depart Duluth Depot 10:30am – Arrive Knife River Deboard the train and pickout a tree, wreath, or just enjoy the holiday cheer at this charming location along the rail line. Trees are bailed and loaded onto a flatcar on the train, while you board the warm coaches. Around 11:30am, train departs Knife River to head back to Duluth 1pm – return to Duluth Depot. Use your “luggage tag” style ticket to claim the tree that you had picked out in Knife River. Optionally, come into the Lake Superior Railroad Museum to look around and enjoy the holiday decorations in the museum. Tickets in coach seating: $40 for adults, $30 for kids. Ride in the Domecar for $15 more. Trees sold individually, with your tickets. You must purchase atleaast one item. You can upgrade, and/or purchase additional trees or wreaths after arriving. Tickets should be on sale in late September, 2026 By purchasing a tree in advance, you will get a voucher along with your train tickets in Duluth, before your journey. When you arrive in Knife River, you can simply select a tree, and pay with your tree voucher. If you…

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