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Two Rivers / Wednesday, September 4
The train departs from the Elgin Depot and follows the shore of the Grande Ronde River to Rondowa, where it is joined by the Wild & Scenic Wallowa River. The ride continues a couple of miles up the Wallowa, then reverses direction for the return to Elgin. The Two Rivers ride is our standard trip, and the scenery is fantastic! A popular boxed lunch is included and served along the way. Departs from Elgin 10 a.m. / returns at about 1:30 p.m. 38 miles, round trip.
Adults = $85 / Seniors 60+ = $80 / Youth, 3 to 16 = $40 (kids under 3 ride for free!)
High Country Outlaws Train Robbery / Saturday, September 7
There are bandits out there in the hills, and they are looking for an excuse to flag down the train and climb on board. Be on the lookout for beautiful horses and sneaky bandits. Hide your valuables and keep your camera handy! A delicious boxed lunch is served during the return leg of the trip. Departs from Elgin at 10 a.m. / returns at about 2 p.m. 38 miles, round trip.
Adults = $85 / Seniors 60+ = $80 / Youth, 3 to 16 = $40 (kids under 3 ride for free!)
Minam Bonus / Saturday, September 14
Designed for rail fans, this longer train ride follows the Grande Ronde River from Elgin to Rondowa, then travels up the Wild & Scenic Wallowa River to Minam. Enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery and crisp, fresh air during this 6-hour ride. Like flames from a candle, the Western Larch turn a brilliant gold in late September. Departs at 10 a.m. and returns to Elgin at about 4 p.m.; A delicious lunch, snack and beverage included. 52 miles round trip.
Adults = $100 / Seniors 60+ = $95 / Youth, 3 to 16 = $50 (not recommended for kids under 3)
Two Rivers Timber History Train / Saturday, September 21
Hear stories about loggers, railroaders, mill towns and the history of the Joseph Branch railroad as we follow the shore of the Grande Ronde River to Rondowa, then continue along the Wild & Scenic Wallowa River ride for a couple of miles before reversing direction for the return to Elgin. A delicious, boxed lunch is included and served along the way. Departs from Elgin 10 a.m. / returns at about 1:30 p.m. 38 miles traveled, round trip.
Adults = $85 / Seniors 60+ = $80 / Youth, 3 to 16 = $40  (kids under 3 ride for free!)
Fall Foliage / Saturdays, September 28, October 5 & October 12
Enjoy the peak of amazing fall colors along the rivers and on the surrounding mountains as the train follows the shore of the Grande Ronde River to Rondowa, where it is joined by the Wild & Scenic Wallowa River. The ride continues a couple of miles up the Wallowa, then reverses direction for the return to Elgin. The Two Rivers ride is our standard trip, and the scenery is fantastic! A delicious, boxed meal is included and served along the way. Departs from Elgin 10 a.m. / returns at about 1:30 p.m.
Adults = $85 / Seniors 60+ = $80 / Youth, 3 to 16 = $40 (kids under 3 ride for free!)
End of Season Bounty / Saturday, October 19; Saturday, October 26
Relish the bounty of the season and the waning fall colors as the train follows the shore of the Grande Ronde River to Rondowa, where it is joined by the Wild & Scenic Wallowa River. The ride continues a couple of miles up the Wallowa, then reverses direction for the return to Elgin. The late-season scenery is fantastic! A delicious hot meal featuring stew with locally sourced beef, vegetables and fruit is included and served along the way. Departs from Elgin 10 a.m. / returns at about 1:30 p.m.
Adults = $85 / Seniors 60+ = $80 / Youth, 3 to 16 = $40 (kids under 3 ride for free!)

Box Lunch for Two Rivers & Fall Foliage runs:

Standard box lunch:  Ham & cheese sandwich on Tuscan bread, homemade potato salad, fresh fruit, and a homemade cupcake. or…Chicken Almond Salad with fresh fruit, crackers and a cupcake made fresh from Urban Vine.

Vegetarian/Vegan option: Taco Salad (with lettuce, tomatoes, olives, pinto beans, garbanzo beans, grated cheese) served with our famous Green Goddess Dressing and Salsa and a homemade cupcake. Vegan:  Same as above, but Vegan cheese and dessert

Kids Meal:  Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches, juice, fruit, and a homemade cookie

Train Robbery Boxed Lunch:

Same as the Two Rivers runs above, but Slow Roasted Beef on Tuscan bread instead of the ham sandwich and a Cowboy cookie instead of the cupcake.

Minam Bonus run:  served picnic style at Minam (if conditions allow)

Standard box lunch:  Pulled Pork Sandwich: House-smoked pork shoulder, topped with BBQ sauce on a potato bun. Served with a side of brussels sprout slaw, bag of assorted chips and in season fruit. Fresh baked brownies made at Minam, individually wrapped for the return trip. 

Vegetarian/Vegan option:  BBQ Mushroom Sandwich on a potato bun, side of Brussels sprout slaw (dairy & egg free), bag of assorted chips and in season fruit.

Kid’s Meal:  Smaller portion of adult meal

Season’s Bounty:  plated meal

Savory Stew made with slow cooked beef and Eastern Oregon’s fall bounty, served with fresh cornbread, local apple slices and homemade caramel apple cake.

Vegetarian/Vegan option:  Coconut Curry Lentil Stew served with fresh cornbread, local apple slices and homemade caramel apple cake.

Kids Meal:  Ham and cheese pinwheels served with local apple slices, carrot sticks and a homemade cookie.

To book a seat, please select “Book Online“. Your confirmation will be emailed to you – if you do not receive confirmation within 48 hours after booking your tickets, please check your SPAM folder, then contact us if it isn’t there. Our reservations manager can also help if you need additional travel information, lodging arrangements or if you would like to purchase a gift certificate.

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Youth Passengers: We love giving young riders the opportunity to ride a train, but for their safety, please make sure youth 12 and younger are accompanied by an adult at all times. If your youth has a healthy appetite, when you book their tickets, you may choose an adult meal for a small fee, added to the Youth ticket price.

Gift Certificates available: A train ride is a wonderful gift for any occasion. Contact us through the comments to set the ball rolling on your gift certificate purchase. Whether you are giving to a rail fan, a nature and wildlife enthusiast, a history buff or a vacationer looking for a fun and relaxing way to enjoy the spectacular beauty of region, a ride on the Eagle Cap Excursion Train is sure to please!

The Route: The train operates on a section of the Wallowa Union Railroad (formerly known as the Joseph Branch),  following the shores of the Grande Ronde River from Elgin north, to where the river is joined by the Wild & Scenic Wallowa River. The track then follows the Wallowa River upstream to Minam and then on through Wallowa and Enterprise, ending in Joseph. The Eagle Cap Excursion Train uses only the section from Elgin to Minam.

All rides feature beautiful views of the river, towering open and forested ridges and jagged basalt cliffs. On the return leg of the trip, passengers on the river side of the train are asked to change sides with those on the mountain side.

Please wear closed-toe shoes and be aware that there will be side-to-side rocking when the train is moving. There are rest rooms on the train and cars have air conditioning or heat, as needed. The Elgin Depot has a ticket counter, gift shop, multi-stall rest rooms and ample parking. 541.437.3652

Sometimes things occur beyond our control that cause us to have to make changes to the train schedule, including, in very rare instances, even cancelling rides. We do everything in our power to keep this from happening, but if it should, you will be offered a transfer of the tickets to another scheduled ride or the price of your ticket purchases will be refunded. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you on the train.

Charters & Groups: Are you looking for a fun group activity or venue for your special event? Entire cars can be reserved for groups, or charter the whole train for an unforgettable special event. Regardless of whether you are on a charter or a scheduled trip, our car hosts help make your time on the train enjoyable.

Service dogs: We do not allow pets on the train. However, service dogs, with special training to assist their handler, are welcome. To smooth the process of checking in at the depot and to help our volunteers seat you and your service animal, please let us know in advance that your dog will be accompanying you. We ask that the dog wear a vest, so our volunteers and fellow passengers know they are on the job. They must be on a leash at all times.