Christmas Trains — Sumpter Valley Railroad

The Sumpter Valley Railroad, a heritage railroad in eastern Oregon, runs its Christmas Trains from the McEwen Depot, about 24 miles west of Baker City. The ride is the railroad’s Long Run, a 12-mile round trip that takes approximately 2.5 hours and is open to all ages.

The operator’s ticket listing invites passengers to enjoy Sumpter Valley’s winter wonderland and mentions a Friday-night train with a waning moon, as well as local holiday events in Sumpter: the Sumpter Christmas Bazaar, a Twilight Parade and a Christmas tree lighting. The railroad says its goal is to pull long-run excursions with its historic steam locomotives, but it cannot guarantee a steam-powered run on a given date because the engines are over a century old.

Children aged 2 and under ride free on a complimentary ticket. There is no bathroom on the train, and no food or drink is sold aboard, though passengers are welcome to bring their own.

A 12-mile round trip of about 2½ hours departing from McEwen Depot. The operator’s listing mentions a Friday-night train with a waning moon and holiday events in Sumpter, including a Christmas Bazaar, a Twilight Parade and a tree lighting. There is no bathroom on the train.

Departs from the McEwen Depot, 12259 Huckleberry Loop, Baker City, Oregon, about 24 miles west of Baker City. Suitable for all ages; children aged 2 and under ride free on a complimentary ticket. Arrive 30 minutes early for check-in. There is no bathroom on the train and no food or drink is sold aboard, but passengers may bring their own; snacks and drinks are sold in the depots before boarding. The operator’s calendar lists the Christmas Trains as no pets allowed. All times are Pacific Time, and the railroad says dates, events and prices are subject to cancellation or change. Tickets are sold through the railroad’s FareHarbor booking page.