Step Back in Time with the 1880 Train at Hill City Depot
1880 Train – Hill City Depot provides a nostalgic and scenic adventure through the Black Hills of South Dakota. As a beloved tourist attraction with an impressive 4.7-star rating from nearly 4,000 reviewers, this historic train ride offers passengers an authentic experience aboard vintage steam locomotives. Departing from the charming Hill City Depot, guests can enjoy breathtaking views of the rugged landscape while learning about the railroad’s vital role in regional development. Perfect for families, history buffs, and nature lovers, the 1880 Train delivers a memorable journey steeped in heritage and natural beauty.
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Jack Mothersbaugh
in the last weekElizabeth Wink
4 weeks agoAbsolutely loved taking the train to the north pole to pick up santa for christmas. My four year old was super excited.Absolutely loved the entire experience.And it was a great way for me to do last minute.Shopping for what he actually asked Santa for and wanted
KEVEN KLEIN
4 weeks agoTake a step back in time with the 1880 train. Take a very relaxing ride from Hill City to Keystone though some breathtaking scenery as you ride in the enclosed or open train cars. This is a original train and not a replica for you will have a experience that you will not forget. I highly recommend the 1880 train if you want to experience how it was in a time gone by for today's trains can not compare to the grand scale of the trains of the past. So take a ride on the 1880 train for the experience will stay with you for a very long time. Thanks for visiting South Dakota's Black Hills and all it has to offer and come back soon.
Bob Thompson
4 weeks agoA great experience! We enjoyed the Christmas season ride even though it uses a diesel locomotive. We've also ridden many times in the summer when they use a steam driven train. Always enjoyable!
Linus Havemann
a month agoWe watched the trains on our road trip. It was quite exciting.