Really good barbecue doesn’t need to be fancied up – all you need is a paper plate, some napkins, and a place to sit. But if you want to elevate the whole experience, take your meal to the rails. In Sauk County, there’s a special barbecue train excursion that’s a marriage of awesome barbecue and railroad history. It’s one of the best Wisconsin railroad experiences. Feeling hungry? Here’s what you need to know about the barbecue train at Mid-Continent Railroad.

The barbecue train is an experience offered by the Mid-Continent Railway Museum, a railroad museum in North Freedom Wisconsin. The museum is located in Sauk County, and it has static railroad displays, as well as a working excursion train.
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The barbecue trip is not a long excursion – it covers just seven miles – but it’s a relaxing trip. The train travels at a nice leisurely pace.
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The barbecue is some of the best in the region. It’s catered by Circus City BBQ, and it’s served by a friendly volunteer waitstaff.
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The menu includes a pulled pork barbecue sandwich, with sides of baked beans and coleslaw. Beer and non-alcoholic drinks are included with the meal.
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Passengers ride on one of the Mid Continent vintage railcars. Some ride on the Soo Line #2017, a diner lounge car that was built in 1914. Others ride the C&NW #440, a business car that was built in 1929.
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Barbecue is best savored slowly, as is this special train trip. Take in the Circus City BBQ and the beautiful Sauk County scenery – this is a ride you won’t forget!
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There are so many things to discover in Sauk County, including awesome parks and trails. I’ve had a lot of fun exploring the county and this excursion sounds amazing. Learn more on the Mid-Continent Railway Museum website. If you need a place to stay in Sauk County, make reservations on Booking.com. If you’re up for discovering more Wisconsin hidden gems, here’s where to find them.

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Mid-Continent Railway Museum, E8948 Museum Rd, North Freedom, WI 53951, USA