Awesome experience if you like history and trains you will love this place..
Pros:
The staff and train crew are super friendly and very informative!! Thank you Billy for being such a great guy! You made the trip so much more enjoyable!!!
The train ride to the top of bald knob with its breath-taking views will be permanently etched I'm my brain forever! Thank you all for such a splendid adventure!!
The train departures were right on schedule and I commend the crew for maintaining it to the minute!
Cons:
The spot, ash from burnt coal gets on everything, clothes, bags, etc.
The whistle blowing is excessive and is difficult on elderly with hearing issues such as ringing in the ears or hard of hearing is made worse.
The coal burning engine creates a LOT of big black plumes of smoke which you can't avoid breathing, and unfortunately it is a carcinogen. So you might want to bring a mask.
The Cass Depot is a quaint train station deep in the mountains of West Virginia. Makes for a quick stop for some photos as the valley surrounding it is beautiful!
The staff was super friendly and great in providing info of the Rail road system
Best excursion train affordable and very fun for the whole family absolutely love it!!