Dining & Amenities
Located next to the Hill City Depot, the High-Liner Eatery offers many locally sourced and organic options that are made fresh daily and available in a number of different locations throughout the train.
All food purchased on the property is welcome onboard the train. Throughout the summer season, fresh-made food options are placed in both depots along with snacks, waters, and Coke products.
Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellation Policy: Like any ticketed event, all sales are final and no refunds or exchanges are offered unless the ticketed train does not operate, except under the following circumstances and conditions.
Refund Policy: (A) If the train does not arrive at the first destination, a full refund will be given, and (B) If the train makes it to one of the stations but is unable to return, a refund in the amount of half the round-trip ticket price will be made.
Inclement Weather: Please prepare for winter road and traffic conditions! The 1880 Train is not liable for road closures or delays. This event will run no matter the weather.
Rebooking: Guests will need to call 605-574-2222 to speak to a reservation agent.
Riding the Train
Keystone Depot
The 1880 Train features steam powered rail excursions from either Hill City or Keystone, South Dakota from mid-May to mid-October. Each 10-mile leg takes approximately one hour and features a narrated history of the mining districts and communities served by the original rail line. Round trip departures are available from either community depending on the train schedule.