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Mother's Day Train Ride

Start a Mother’s Day tradition she will look forward to year after year.
Choose from a brunch or dessert train or come and ride along in our 1920s coach for a river-view excursion.

Departure

Mother's Day Brunch:
Saturday, May 10
11:00 a.m.

Mother's Day Dessert:
Saturday, May 10
3:00 p.m.

Duration:
2 hour round trip to Ruth

Fares

INDOOR SEATING
With Meal Service

Brunch:
$84 per person

*1st Class Private Dining Room for one party up to 6 - $654.
*100 seats available.
*Choose your own seats when you purchase your tickets

Tea & Dessert:
$59 per person

*1st Class Private Dining Room for one party up to 6 - $474.
*100 seats available.
*Choose your own seats when you purchase your tickets

Dining

Mother's Day Brunch:
SEE MENU

Mother's Day Dessert:
Bountiful bundt cake and tea service with assorted tea flavors, coffee, or lemonade

*Menu is subject to change without notice. There will be an option to purchase snacks & beverages from our depot on all rides.

*Both excursions have full bar available for purchase.
Coffee and water served.

Accessibility

All trains have limited wheel chair accessibility. Pre-boarding is available. 24 inch passageways. Ramps to Depot and to train. Gravel parking lot. ADA parking & restrooms available. ADA restroom at depot only.
Please give us a call for more details.

Mother's Day Brunch & Dessert Trains

Guests have the option to choose the brunch or dessert option for this serene and relaxing excursion.

Mother’s Day Brunch Train

Treat Mom to an unforgettable experience aboard a 1920’s historic tourist train. The joy of celebrating your special someone will leave smiles on your face. As the train journeys through the serene countryside, you will be served a delicious brunch with soft instrumental music filling the air. After brunch, step outside in our open-air car for a view of the river and surrounding pastoral land. This timeless experience is the perfect way to create lasting memories and relive the nostalgia of vintage rail travel.

Mother’s Day Dessert Train

A delightful day with mom, grandma, aunt or the special woman in your life is in store for you as you sip on a cup of tea (or coffee) and enjoy a delectable dessert while riding through the Chehalis River Valley. Sit back and relax with not a care, as the historic 1920’s train takes you on a 2 hour excursion through peaceful pastoral farmland. As spring arrives to the valley, keep your eyes open for the first sights and sounds of spring and the natural beauty that surrounds you.

Select meal options when you reserve your seats online. Tables seat 2-4 passengers. Free Parking. Please arrive ½ hour prior to departure.

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Brunch Menu

A trio assortment of gourmet sandwiches:

Option 1:

Turkey cranberry with cream cheese

Chicken tarragon with with dried cranberries

Ham and fig with cheese and dill pickle

Option 2 (vegetarian option):

Cucumber, cream cheese and chives

Gourmet egg salad with arugula
Vegan smoked tomato with artichoke tapinade

*Coffee and water served.
*Both excursions have full bar available for purchase.

Ride Seating

99 Business Car Parlor

The 99 Business Railcar was originally built in 1915 and was converted from a standard sleeping car to a business car for the Spokane, Portland and Seattle (SP&S) railroad in 1926. The car is a fully restored executive coach featuring a climate-controlled parlor that once served as a rolling office and lounge for railroad officials. Upholstered armchairs provide seating for six, and a rear observation platform is perfect for taking in the passing scenery. Originally used for high-level meetings and inspections along the rail line, the 99 now offers passengers a nostalgic glimpse into the golden age of train travel.

99 Business Car Dining Room

The 99 Business Railcar is a luxurious vintage coach built for both comfort & prestige. Once reserved for railroad tycoons, it is now the perfect gathering space for groups of 6-8 to experience what it was like to ride the rails in style.

The car was upgraded in 1959 with all the modern amenities of the time and features original interiors, comfortable seating, and climate control. Featuring two sleeper rooms, two private staterooms and a kitchen area.

Chehalis Centralia Railroad & Museum obtained the car and refurbished it in 2017. With its refined atmosphere and historic charm, the SP&S 99 offers a first-class glimpse into the golden era of rail travel.

#801 Outside Seating

The 801 rail outdoor car is a modified passenger coach that allows an opportunity for up close and personal view of the landscape. Access to the indoor car is always available during the ride. Designed for a nostalgic train ride, the 801 offers a smooth, relaxing journey with the timeless feel of historic rail travel. The Chehalis Centralia Railroad obtained this car in 1988 along with the indoor passenger cars.

#601 Coach

The 601 rail car is a carefully preserved vintage coach 1926 built Pullman car originally used by Union Pacific and now providing for a nostalgic train ride. It features tables and chair for four people next to large arched windows for scenic views. This car is commonly referred to as our dining car. A catering kitchen at both ends, helps us serve dinner for up to 100 passengers. Your ride captures the ambiance of early rail travel. With its gently swaying ride and authentic detailing, the 601 offers a charming and immersive step back in time. The 601 car was acquired by the Chehalis Centralia Railroad in 1988.

#602 Coach

The 602 rail car offers a nostalgic step back in time, featuring wide windows that showcase the passing scenery. Perfect for a classic train ride experience, the 602 captures the charm and romance of early 20th-century rail travel. The 602 has a built-in bar and RV style restrooms. During pleasant summer days the 602 is connected to the open-air car #801.