The Moonlit Train Ride At The Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad In Wisconsin Will Give You An Evening To Remember
By Ben Jones|Published July 06, 2021
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Ben Jones is at heart an adventurer who delights in inspiring others. A former reporter and photojournalist, he explored towns large and small as a Wisconsin correspondent for USA Today. He later became a lead photographer and senior copywriter for an award-winning destination marketing agency, before founding Boldland Creative, a company that produces photography, video, and other content for travel destinations. Jones has completed photography and content projects in more than 15 states and when he’s not looking through a camera or at his Macbook you’ll find him exploring the world’s lakes and forests.
A train in Northern Wisconsin offers riders a magical moonlight experience. The Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad offers dinner and overnight excursions that allows guests to soak in the atmosphere of a vintage train, under the clear skies of the Northwoods. It’s an experience like no other in Wisconsin and one you have to experience to truly appreciate. Here’s what you need to know about a night on the Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad:
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The railroad is based at N6639 Dilly Lake Road in Trego, just north of Spooner, Wisconsin.
The historic train experience takes place in the wild Northwoods of Wisconsin, on a 15-mile stretch of the old Chicago & Northwestern track between Spooner and Springbrook. The tracks were laid more than a century ago.
The dinner train offers an unforgettable evening on the tracks. Start with a cocktail from the bar and when you’re ready head to the first class dining car. Enjoy appetizers, soup, a carefully chosen entree and a slice of gourmet cheesecake. The evening might pass quickly but you don’t need to be in a hurry - the train is open all night and you’re welcome to hang out with your friends.
The train also offers an overnight experience. If you book a ticket on the bed & breakfast train, you’ll get your own stateroom and a dinner service. LED lighting under the car illuminates the countryside after dark so you can enjoy the views on the evening ride.
In addition to the dinner and bed and breakfast excursions, the train also offers a wine & cheese train and a family pizza train. Find the latest schedules and information on upcoming events on the train’s website. Once you’ve ridden the rails by moonlight, here are some more adventures you can only have in Wisconsin.
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