Piney Woods Steam Excursion

The Texas State Railroad, established 1881, is truly a

“Texas Treasure!”

Take a relaxing train ride through the pineywoods of East Texas, enjoy fun special events with your family, or experience an evening dinner train!

This historic railroad offers steam train excursions that travel 25 miles through the scenic piney woods and hardwood creek bottoms of East Texas amidst a backdrop of rolling hills, nature and wildlife.

Passengers board excursion trains at the beautiful Victorian-style depot in Rusk, where southern hospitality is the norm. Perfect trip for friends, families, groups, schools, and more!

Meet The Lone Ranger® on every steam excursion and an unruly group of robbers!