Embark on a personalized 1880 Train journey through the Black Hills, with hotel pickup and Keystone exploration. Create your own adventure today.
Embark on a personalized 1880 Train journey through the Black Hills, with hotel pickup and Keystone exploration. Create your own adventure today.
- 1880 Train - Keystone Depot - Arrive at the train depot slightly before 10 AM to collect tickets for the one-way journey to Hill City. Boarding begins at 10:00 AM, with departure at 10:15 AM, and arrival in Hill City around 11:15 AM. The 1880 Train offers a one-hour, narrated 10-mile journey between Hill City and Keystone. Passengers enjoy views…
- 1880 Train - Keystone Depot - Arrive at the train depot slightly before 10 AM to collect tickets for the one-way journey to Hill City. Boarding begins at 10:00 AM, with departure at 10:15 AM, and arrival in Hill City around 11:15 AM. The 1880 Train offers a one-hour, narrated 10-mile journey between Hill City and Keystone. Passengers enjoy views of Harney Peak, mining camps, and partake in delightful old-fashioned fun. The train follows the original path of the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad, established in the late 1880s to serve the mines and mills between Hill City and Keystone. The Black Hills Central Railroad, the nation’s oldest continuously operating tour railroad, runs three steam and two diesel engines throughout the season. One of their steam engines is nearly a century old!
- Hill City - Enjoy lunch at one of the recommended restaurants in Hill City. Afterwards, explore the shops, visit the Black Hills Natural History Museum (featuring amazing dinosaur fossils), or check out the new South Dakota Train Museum near the depot. Then, head to Rapid City. If desired, stop at any or all of the three winery tasting rooms outside Hill City on the return trip. The journey back to the hotel can be via Highway 16 or past Pactola Lake and down Highway 44. It’s a relaxing and enjoyable day in both towns, with a pleasant and scenic train ride in between.
- English Guide
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance fee
- Snacks
- English Guide
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance fee
- Snacks
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
This is more than just a tour; it’s an opportunity to enjoy the Black Hills at their finest, from May through September. What sets this tour apart is its personalized approach. The operator eliminates any inconvenience by picking guests up directly from their Rapid City hotel between 8:00 and 8:30 AM, ensuring a smooth start to the journey. Guests are…
This is more than just a tour; it’s an opportunity to enjoy the Black Hills at their finest, from May through September. What sets this tour apart is its personalized approach. The operator eliminates any inconvenience by picking guests up directly from their Rapid City hotel between 8:00 and 8:30 AM, ensuring a smooth start to the journey. Guests are then transported to the delightful town of Keystone, SD, where they have at least 1½ hours to explore and create their own unique experience. Whether visitors are interested in the distinctive shops, the exciting Big Thunder Gold Mine, or the informative Rushmore Borglum Story, they have the freedom to choose. It’s a day tailored to their preferences, right in the heart of the Black Hills.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
