This train is just like the trains in the western movies. They have a train conductor in vintage clothes take the tickets. Make sure to take time at the museum. It was about 2 hours back and forth. Well worth the money.

This is a fun little train ride through the Black Hills. It took about two hours for the round-trip journey. The staff were friendly and informative. There was a very long line to register guests, but it moved pretty quickly. The restroom facilities were OK, but there are no restrooms on the train itself. When the train lets out, there are very long lines... So you would be well advised to take it easy on the liquids. The scenery is pretty nice. The seats on the train were similar to school bus seats and were not terribly comfortable. They were repaving the day I took the train, so parking was pretty limited on site, but there is plenty of parking nearby.

Honestly this was pretty cool. I went round trip from the Hill City depot to Keystone and back. Only downside were the screaming gremlins- but you'll find them at most tourist-ey spots. You'll sit back and (attempt) to relax as the train ambles through forested countryside. Passing drivers honk and wave. Stop by the train museum next door and check out some history!

A good touristy activity. We did a round trip ride from Hills City to Keystone. All employees were very friendly and helpful. A fun experience rich with history and scenery. We didn't see much wildlife other than a couple deer. I feel it is a worthwhile activity to do if you are visiting the area.

The weather was amazing, the ride was really fun with the staff on the train fun and entertaining for the whole family. The information on the history of the train was fantastic and informative. Thanks for making another part of our vacation so enjoyable.

I enjoyed my experience on the 1880 Train. We left from Hill City and did the 15-minute stop before turning around and coming back. With two small children in tow, I wish we would have gotten there early enough to spend time in Keystone in between the departure and return trips. I'm leaving this review for others with young kids to make sure you do this. Budget enough time to spend the time OFF the train before you head back. My kids really enjoyed the trip from Hill City to Keystone, but were done with it by the trip back. It's an hour each way at about 10 mph and you only get about 15 minutes at Keystone before getting back on. That said, it's very relaxing and interesting for adults and the kids did like it. I also thought the scenery would be a little more interesting, but it's nice. Standard Black Hills stuff. The train staff were very pleasant and helpful as well.

Spend a few days here visiting Mount Rushmore and saw this in town. Booked the day before and asked for an open carriage (the windows are just open not the roof) Very nice few hours - well recommended Great staff on train

An excellent historical experience. Fantastic scenery and very educational. Great and friendly crew. We did the round trip from Keystone to Hill City. Saw deer along the way. We rode in the opened sided car. Chilly but a great experience.

We have been doing a ton of hiking it was nice to sit and just see the country side. We did the up and back from Hill City but you could take time in between if wanted. We changed seats for the return trip to be in the car next to the Engine. Note when picking seats the train does not turn around just the engine does. The staff at the depot was very helpful to fix us up for the best experience. It is frustrating you can't bring you own water on board I think they should change that rule.

We enjoyed the Wine Express on the 1880 train. It was best part of our stay in Hill City. The wine and the food was all geat. I would NOT recommend paying money to visit the museum. I broke my own rule about museums. Only go if it's FREE. I wanted to ask for my money back. There was a special going on that day so I didn't have to pay the normal price. I'm sure train lovers would appreciate it more.