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Train rides from Chattanooga to Georgia return

Take a scenic train ride to Chickamauga or Summerville, GA with the Tennessee Valley Railroad.

August 29, 2023 • 
Kristen Templeton
NOOGAtoday | Train

Steam engine No. 4501 will lead the way to Summerville.

Photo provided by Chattanooga Tourism Co.

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Chickamauga Turn
Summerville Steam

Train rides from Chattanooga to Georgia are back on track. The Tennessee Valley Railroad recently announced it will bring back its Chickamauga Turn + Summerville Steam excursions beginning Saturday, Sept. 16.

Chickamauga Turn

Throughout this six-hour scenic train ride, folks will learn about the history of the Civil War town of Chickamauga. During the trip, there will be a 90-minute layover downtown where you can visit Crawfish Springs or the Gordon-Lee Mansion.

Summerville Steam

Hop aboard a vintage steam engine for a nine-hour round trip from Grand Junction Depot in Chattanooga to Summerville, GA. See the scenic views through the northern Georgia foothills and spend some time exploring the town.

For available dates + ticket sale information, make sure to follow Tennessee Valley Railroad’s Instagram page.

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