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Western Maryland Scenic Railroad @WMSRailroad

Scenic train rides in the heart of Mountain Maryland. #WMSR

Joined September 2013
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Western Maryland Scenic Railroad retweeted
Mountain Maryland@Mountain_MD
May 4
Our very own @WMSRailroad has been nominated as one of the 'Best Scenic Train Rides' in the United States by USA TODAY 10Best. There are just a few days left to cast your vote! 10best.usatoday.com/awards/b…
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Western Maryland Scenic Railroad retweeted
Mountain Maryland@Mountain_MD
Apr 13
Which scenic train ride is the best? We certainly know the answer to that! No matter the season... we know the train we are boarding. Vote for the @WMSRailroad, nominated for Best Scenic Train in the USA by @10Best. 👇🚂​ 10best.usatoday.com/awards/w…
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Western Maryland Scenic Railroad retweeted
Mountain Maryland@Mountain_MD
Apr 8
Hot off the presses! Our NEW 2026 Visit Mountain Maryland Destination Guide is here. From trails and small towns to food, music, and history—start planning your trip today. Request your free copy or download our digital version online: mdmountainside.com/request-a… @TravelMD
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Western Maryland Scenic Railroad retweeted
Mountain Maryland@Mountain_MD
22 Oct 2025
Congratulations to the @WMSRailroad, named one of the 'Best Christmas Train Rides" by Reader's Choice. Come experience the magic this season. newsweek.com/readerschoice/b… @TravelMD
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Western Maryland Scenic Railroad retweeted
Mountain Maryland@Mountain_MD
1 Oct 2025
Another day, another list—this time, The 12 Best Fall Foliage Train Rides in the U.S. to Book This Year! Congratulations to @WMSRailroad. It’s an absolute must this season—and don’t just take our word for it, the whole world is talking about it too! 🌎✨ usatoday.com/story/travel/ex…

The 12 best fall foliage train rides in the US to book this year

Several heritage railways provide shorter, family-friendly excursions, sometimes with seasonal themes like pumpkin patches.

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Western Maryland Scenic Railroad retweeted
Mountain Maryland@Mountain_MD
22 May 2025
Congratulations to two Mountain Maryland partners for recently being announced as USA Today 10Best winners. 🚂Best Scenic Train Ride - @WMSRailroad 🎶Best Outdoor Concert Series - @LevittFdn Levitt Amp Cumberland Music Series by @AlleganyArts
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Dome Class seating is available year-round! Reserve your 4-top or 8-top table in the Mountain Vista Dome Car behind steam locomotive 1309 today. WMSR.com
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Memorial Day. Steam Power. $13.09 tickets. See you there: wmsr.com/frostburg-flyer
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Fireball Photo Experience dropped before GTA 6… Come see us on June 28th, for an all day event including a Lunch Class ticket behind 1309! wmsr.com/fireball-photo-expe…
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We’re beyond thrilled to announce that we’ve been nominated once again, for USA TODAY 10Best "Scenic Train Ride"! Let’s make it official— vote for us and help us bring home the title! Fans and supporters can vote once per day! VOTE HERE: api.10best.com/awards/travel…
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We're just $1,400 away from reaching our $10,000 donation goal—thanks to the generous dollar match program from GSRJ! Join us in making history! Every dollar counts. Make your donation today and discover more about Mountain Thunder, No. 734, at MountainThunder734.org
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Western Maryland Scenic Railroad retweeted
Steam Locomotive 765@NickelPlate765
27 Jan 2025
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Western Maryland Scenic Railroad@WMSRailroad
27 Jan 2025
We’ve got a big announcement coming this Saturday, February 1st. wmsr.givingfuel.com/western-… Our trains move mountains ⛰️🚂
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Do you hear the thunder? An old friend is looking to make her return to the rails… MountainThunder734.org

Mountain Thunder 734

Western Maryland Scenic Railroad's Cumberland icon, Mountain Thunder 734 is due for restoration! Learn, donate, and stay up to date on restoration work as she will return to steam!

mountainthunder734.org
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We’ve got a big announcement coming this Saturday, February 1st. wmsr.givingfuel.com/western-… Our trains move mountains ⛰️🚂
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Steam engine no. 1309 graces the cover of @TrainsMagazine February 2025 issue. Make sure to pick up your copy today More steam news to follow soon. Make sure to join our mailing list at WMSR.com to stay up to date on future announcements! Photo by Trains Magazine
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We’re giving you the opportunity to make your Valentine’s Day special with TWO trips on February 14th! ❤️ 5:30PM - We’re going to Frostburg to see the Maryland Symphony Orchestra! 7:00PM - A romantic night of suspense, with fresh food and full-bar service! Book now!
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A project that began in late fall at D&G Machine Products near Portland, Maine, where new pistons, piston rods, bull rings and piston rings were meticulously crafted to completion. These components are set to begin reassembly, a big step in returning 1309 to the high iron.
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Through our upcoming partnership, you will have the opportunity to experience a range of exceptional dining options and luxury passenger cars aboard one of our signature event trains. See this railcar and others like it in Cumberland in 2025.
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History has a funny way of repeating itself… 1990s and now again in 2025, let’s do it again.
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We’re in the home stretch of the restoration of our recently donated lounge car, the Good Vibrations! As interior work continues, the car has been moved indoors to prep for paint! We’re so excited to add this car to the fleet this summer, fall, and Polar Express™️ season!
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