Welcome to Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad
Come & enjoy a ride on the historic tourist train in West Duluth, MN.
2012 Schedule
- The LSMRR tourist train departs every Saturday & Sunday at 10:30 am & 1:30 pm for a 1 hour & 40 minute ride along the St. Louis River.
- The season runs from June 9 to October 14
- The ride departs from the ticket office on Grand Ave across from the Lake Superior Zoo (behind the Little Store).
- No reservations necessary.
- Group charters are available.
Historic Route
The ride follows the last six miles of the 1870’s track of the first train, the original Lake Superior & Mississippi, into Duluth.
Natural Setting
The train traces the St Louis River providing excellent viewing of many birds and animal.
- Wildlife abounds – Bald Eagles, Great Blue Herons, Turkey Vultures, Loons, Swans, Geese & Ducks and their young are common sights along with deer, fox & various other animals.
- Train crosses Mud Lake Causeway with water on both sides of the track.
- The fully narrated trip tells the rich history along the river.
Antique Equipment
Vintage equipment includes two 1912 passenger coaches ( just one year short of 100 years old! ), a 1946 engine plus an open-air Safari Car.
Volunteer Operation
The Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad is operated entirely by volunteers – most of whom are railroad buffs with a keen interest in railroad history and participation in train operations.
