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“12-mile, narrated round-trip”
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat's 2½-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley - designated "one of the last great places on earth" by the Nature Conservancy. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches at 20 mph through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester. The picturesque countryside includes pristine meadows, a quaint farm, a millpond with waterfall, and trestles and bridges over rivers and creeks. A natural highlight is the undeveloped Selden Neck State Park, accessible only by boat. Essex Steam Train offers unique access to several coves and preserves, immersing passengers in an on-board eco-excursion. The train travels near the tidal wetlands of Pratt Cove and Chester Creek - - bountiful, natural habitats for birds. Among those typically spotted are Cormorants, Ducks, Swans, Greenland Geese, Blue Heron, Egrets, and Red-winged Blackbirds. In February and March, the majestic Bald Eagle is the star of the show, when it migrates south to the Connecticut River Valley from Canada and Maine.
Great trip in the Fall as when we went. Food was excellent as well. Easy parking but, if you plan to stay overnight at a hotel close by, very limited. Read more
Loved the experience and the overall thing! It made me feel like we are back in time and there was something about it. It's 2,5 hours so prepare yourself accordingly. Train ride was great,... Read more
My friend & I did the dinner train ride. They paid no attention to the stated food allergies that I mentioned ahead of time, even though they acknowledged them in the email they replied to me in.... Read more
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat
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- Sun - Sat: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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