Ride the Duluth River Train

Ride with us Saturdays and Sundays at 10:30am and 1:30pm through October 13. Go to Reserve Now.

Choo-Choo Paddle tickets combine an upriver train ride and downriver paddle. Go to SpiritLakeMarinaRV.com.

We are excited to offer participants of the 2024 Outdoor Summit an exclusive train ride on October 26. This 2.5 hour excursion includes a ride along the estuary and a guided walk around Spirit Lake Delta. Tickets are $10. Go to Outdoor Summit Tickets.

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Ticket Info

Ticket Office & Depot:
6930 Fremont St Duluth, MN

Departures:
SAT & SUN - 10:30 AM & 1:30 PM

  • Adults $20
  • Children $10
  • Kids Ages 3 and Under Ride Free!
  • Veterans RIDE FREE on Sundays

General seating.
Group rates for 10 or more people.
Our antique coaches are not wheelchair accessible.

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Take a ride and hear the stories of the St Louis River Estuary.

Are you ready to experience Duluth in a brand-new way? It’s time to get onboard the Duluth River Train. With views of the St Louis River estuary and Spirit Mountain, this historic railroad has been a popular way to see the estuary since 1980. Seeing the fall colors from the train should be on your bucket-list!   

Become a Volunteer

We are a completely volunteer run organization, and are always looking for new volunteers to help keep this train rolling.

Rails & Trails

Our rail excursion is only one way to experience the St. Louis River Estuary. Check out our Choo Choo Paddle Shuttle for the National Water Trail. Coming soon will be the Waabizheshikana: Marten Trail, too.

Contact us

Please let us answer your questions.

Come on board in '24!

Veterans & Active Military ride free on Sundays.

General seating.

Our antique coaches are not wheelchair accessible.

Video View of Causeway from the water

Enjoy our drone video and experience the St. Louis River Estuary from the most scenic train trip in northern Minnesota

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You can donate to the railroad anytime using GiveMN Fundraiser. We are a completely volunteer organization. All funds raised are used for our operations.

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This is our 44th season! We are excited to continue telling the stories of the St Louis River and sharing the spectacular views and our historic river train with you!

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Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad Statement of Non-Discrimination & Inclusiveness

The LSMR strives to provide an inclusive environment in which the value of each volunteer, passenger, and member of the general public is respected. LSMR leaders recognize and appreciate diverse perspectives for group decisions to achieve effective collaborative compromise. Volunteer assignments are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), or disability provided the volunteer meets safety and training requirements specified by the Federal Railroad Administration.

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