About Us - Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad

Mission Statement for the Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad - The Duluth River Train

The Lake Superior and Mississippi Railroad Company (LS&M) is incorporated as a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) Company. We are an all volunteer passenger railroad dedicated to telling the cultural and environmental stories of the St Louis River and the preservation of Duluth’s first railroad. The original LS&M Co. built the first railroad into Duluth in the 1870’s. The current LS&M preserves 5.2 miles of the original railroad right-of-way along the St Louis River.

The LS&M operates vintage railroad equipment to let passengers experience rail transportation as it was in the early to middle 19th century. The LS&M is committed to providing a historical and educational railroad experience.

All revenues generated from passenger fares and donations are used for restoration, maintenance and operation.

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The Duluth River Train is back! After three years we're excited to be able to serve the community with our spectacular views and historic river train!

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

In keeping with the LS&M’s mission to share the early history of the railroad and the rich nature of the St. Louis River, the LS&M strives to provide an inclusive environment which respects the value of each individual, whether they are volunteers, passengers or the general public. LS&M leaders recognize and appreciate diverse perspectives for group decisions to achieve effective collaborative compromise.

Volunteer assignments will be made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, public assistance status, disability and familial status. Given the safety and regulation driven nature of the railroad industry, equal access will be allowed to potential railroad volunteers to perform preferred tasks for which they are able to meet Federal Railroad Administration requirements.