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Ride the rails and explore the natural wonder of the Blue Ridge countryside. Buy a ticket and book your adventure today.

Hop aboard at our depot located in Blue Ridge, GA, and travel to the sister cities of McCaysville, GA / Copperhill, TN. Discover the winding Toccoa river, enjoy the gentle rolling hills of the appalachian countryside, and the hear the historic background of our small town from our car hosts.

How To Purchase Tickets:
Step 1: Learn About Coach Types
Step 2: Select Your Experience 
Step 3: Come Aboard & Enjoy

FAQ

Our Depot Is Located at 241 Depot Street, Blue Ridge, GA 30513.

You will be allowed to board the train 30 minutes prior to departure.

Car 405 is our handicap accessible coach. This Open-Air car is equipped with both stair and lift access, along with a handicap bathroom. To make reservations for this car, please contact a ticket agent at 877-413-8724. These tickets are not available online, so they aren’t booked by passengers that don’t require assistance.

There are approximately 5 steps to climb aboard your coach/car. If anyone in your party has mobility issues, please call (877) 413 8724 to speak with someone about assistance.

We have a concession car located in the middle of the train. There you can purchase cold/hot beverages, snacks, candy, etc.

Please purchase tickets in advance to ensure availability. We do not recommend purchasing tickets the day of, as rides sell out weeks in advance and we can not guarantee we will have tickets available. 

It is HIGHLY recommended that you and your party arrive 45 minutes prior to departure (Please see your confirmation email for your departure time). This will provide adequate time for you to park and pick up your tickets.

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway operates in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and permits Service Animals on Property. Under the ADA, a Service Animal is defined as a dog that has been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. The work or task the dog has been trained to provide must be directly related to the person’s disability.

Emotional support, comfort and companionship animals are Not Covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act and are not allowed on Property.

Requirements For ADA Compliant Service Animals on Property:

● The Service Animal must be harnessed or on a leash, house broken, and under the owner’s control at all times.

● The Service Animal must remain on the floor and is Not Allowed on any furniture at any time. The service animal cannot be held by the owner.

● If the Service Animal disrupts the journey for anyone else, we will have to consider alternative seating options for the service animal and its owner.

● You must inform our ticket office staff, prior to your scheduled train departure, that you have an ADA Compliant Service Animal.

For additional information and definitions of Service Animals please visit the ADA website: Click To View

Have more Questions?

Step 1: Learn About Each Coach Type


We offer a variety of different coach types for your trip, each one offering a unique experience aboard our train. Learn more about our coach types below.

Open Air Coach
Open Air Coach

#2929, #2975, #114

Suitable for All Ages.
- Large open windows*, great for viewing scenery
- Long bench-style seating facing out to open air
- Padded Seats
- Restrooms available during trip

*Vinyl Windows are installed in winter months for heat retention

Suitable for All Ages.
- Large open windows*, great for viewing scenery
- Long bench-style seating facing out to open air
- Padded Seats
- Restrooms available during trip

*Vinyl Windows are installed in winter months for heat retention

Handicap Accessible Coach
Handicap Accessible Coach

Coach #405

-All Ages.
-Open Air
-Equipped with both stair and lift access.
-1000lb capacity for Handicap Car Lift
-Handicap accessible Restroom available during trip.
-These tickets are not available online, so they aren’t booked by passengers that don’t require assistance. To make reservations for this car, contact a ticket agent at 877-413-8724.

Closed Coach
Closed Coach

Coach #106, #332, #2705, & #549

-All Ages
-Air Conditioning
-Sit in groups of 4 (two seats facing each other)
-Padded Seats
- Restrooms available during trip

Premier Car
Premier Car

Coach #105

-Ages 18+
-Air Conditioning
-Complimentary group photo (1 per reservation)
-Unlimited Non-Alcoholic Beverages
-Complimentary tote bag (1 per reservation)
-Reclining Seats
-Catered snack (small meal with desert) made fresh and delivered every morning
-Restrooms available during trip
-Alcoholic beverages available for purchase

** Premier Car Experience & Amenities only available on 4 hour rides.

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2024 Tickets

Spring Rides

March 3rd-May 29th

Summer Rides

June 1st-Sept 17th

Fall Rides

Sept 21st-Nov 6th

Winter Rides

Nov 9th-Dec 31st

Holiday Special Rides

Nov 24th-Dec 24th

Firecracker Special Ride

July 4th 2023

Private Caboose

2023 Calendar

Spring Rides

March 2 – May 31
2024

Summer Rides

June 1 – Sept 15
2024

Firecracker Special

June 29 2024

Fall Rides

Sept 19 – Nov 5
2024

Winter Rides

Nov 7 – Jan 5
2024

Holiday Special Rides

Nov 29 – Dec 24
2024

Rail Bikes

Mar 2 – Nov 26 2024

Private Caboose

For Parties Up To 10 People

Locomotive Cab Rides

Ride Along With Our Engineer

Click Here For The Full 2024 Calendar (PDF)

Download A McCaysville/Copperhill Walking Map: Click Here

Are Service Dogs or Emotional Support Animals Allowed On The Train?

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway operates in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and permits Service Animals on Property. Under the ADA, a Service Animal is defined as a dog that has been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. The work or task the dog has been trained to provide must be directly related to the person’s disability.

Emotional support, comfort and companionship animals are Not Covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act and are not allowed on Property.

Requirements For ADA Compliant Service Animals on Property:

● The Service Animal must be harnessed or on a leash, house broken, and under the owner’s control at all times.

● The Service Animal must remain on the floor and is Not Allowed on any furniture at any time. The service animal cannot be held by the owner.

● If the Service Animal disrupts the journey for anyone else, we will have to consider alternative seating options for the service animal and its owner.

● You must inform our ticket office staff, prior to your scheduled train departure, that you have an ADA Compliant Service Animal.

For additional information and definitions of Service Animals please visit the ADA website: Click To View

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BRSR COVID-19 Update

The Health And Safety Of Our Staff And Guests Is Our Top Priority.

 

As with any transmissible illness, risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any place where people gather or are present. Based upon guidance issued by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) as well as other federal, state and local agencies and authorities, we have implemented – for our staff and guests – the following protocols and best practices to limit the risk:

  • As part of the TSA’s mandate, ALL RIDERS MUST FILL OUT OUR COVID QUESTIONNAIRE AND BRING IT WITH THEM ON THE DATE OF THEIR TRIP. DOWNLOAD IT HERE.
  • Where possible, “social distancing” is encouraged throughout the property
  • Hand sanitizing stations will be available for guest and employee use
  • Signs, PA announcements, and staff instruction both onboard and while on BRSR property will provide reminders to guests and employees alike of the importance of “social distancing,” and frequent hand washing.
  • Cashless transactions are available and strongly encouraged throughout all purchasing locations, including the Gift Shop
  • Frequent sanitizing of all public areas including commonly used surfaces in the Ticket Office/Gift Shop/Concession such as door handles, countertops, seating areas
  • Clear protective barriers at all front-facing service counters – Ticket Office, Gift Shops, and Concessions Sales

OUR STAFF:

  • All employees receive daily health screenings, temperature, and symptom checks
  • Any employees exhibiting symptoms will be asked to return/stay home
  • All employees will be required to wear a BRSR-issued facemask and/or shield while on company property
  • All employees are kept up to date on CDC & OSHA guidelines regarding workplace safety during COVD-19
  • All employees must adhere to all departmental cleaning and disinfecting instructions based on CDC guidelines

OUR GUESTS:

  • We encourage awareness and adherence to CDC and state health and safety guidelines
  • We encourage you to maintain “social distancing”
  • We encourage adherence to proper hand washing guidelines
  • We encourage you to cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze and dispose of
    tissue in trash
  • We encourage you to stay home if you are ill or exhibiting symptoms of flu or COVID-19 – we will work with
    you to cancel or reschedule your reservations without penalty when done 48 hours in advance
  • We encourage courteousness in enclosed spaces and walkways and permitting ample space for passing and “social distancing”
  • We encourage all to remain seated in your assigned passenger coach during your round trip, except for the layover in McCaysville, Ga / Copperhill, TN
We at the BRSR are adopting and encouraging the above practices for the health and safety of our guests and staff. Please follow all posted and announced instructions during your visit.
AN INHERENT RISK OF EXPOSURE TO COVID-19 EXISTS IN ANY PUBLIC PLACE. BY VISITING AND JOINING US ABOARD THE BRSR, YOU VOLUNTARILY ASSUME ALL RISKS RELATED TO EXPOSURE TO COVID-19.
Please contact us if you have any questions. We look forward to providing a safe and memorable experience for you!