Hoosac Valley Train Ride

I went on the Christmas train with my 2 year old and my parents, and it was very enjoyable for all of us. The announcer on the train kept the energy up and the train was beautifully decorated for the season. Getting off the train at the end for hot chocolate and s'mores was a nice special treat. Santa and Mrs. Claus were very friendly and good with my daughter even though she wasn't super interested in them.

Nice little train ride

Everyone was super friendly and the ride was okay but not what I expected. There are no real views of the trees. Most of the ride is spent between buildings and run down industrial sites. It may be more fun for little kids but if you're looking for views of the fall foliage you're better off skipping this and going to the top of Mount Greylock. Amazing views from the Veterans War Memorial.

Amazing ride. The Budd Car is a lot of fun to ride. Nothing sounds quite like screaming Detroit Diesel power plant on a rail car. And the Hancock Air Whistle puts a smile on your face. Well worth the ride.

Great experience for the whole family! Kids will love this and it’s not hectic at all. Parking is easy and it’s a short walk through the building with the bathrooms and then behind to the left across the street you will see the trains. Keep walking up the rail trail path and turn at the sign, the first train car is the ticket and gift shop area. The train car is warm and clean with ample seating for you and your family. Four people can sit facing each other and the seat backs can flip on some to change the seating. The scenic view is really the houses and industrial area between Adams and North Adams but it’s a train ride that includes Mrs Klaus and Santa himself! The kids and family can take photos with them and each child receives a coloring book as a toy. The stop in Adams provided Free (included in your ticket) hot chocolate, s’mores and a chance for a photo op in front of the train! The ride back Santa and Mrs Klaus depart at there own station and it’s all in reverse back to the station! It’s worth the ticket if you are looking to get into the holiday spirit and take your kids to see Santa! I tried to include photos to show the experience in its entirety! You can also purchase a Christmas tree at the lot during your stop but you have to go to another location to pick it up about 10 minutes from the Train Station.