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| Going in the tunnel... |
Our favorite local train excursion by far is the
Chelatchie Prairie Railroad, not too far off in Yacolt, WA. All year long, this train ride is a treat. The scenery is gorgeous, the train ride is just the right length, and the people who run it could not be friendlier. Also you get to go through a spooky tunnel! The cool seats are in the cupola of the cabooses (they know this- there were two cabooses this year). Passengers take turns with these special seats. The trains stop at
Moulton Falls, a dramatically lovely spot. This time of year, they run Christmas Tree Trains. When the train stops at the Moulton Falls station, you can pick out a tree, which is carried back to the Yacolt station for you on the return train ride. (Purchasing a tree is optional.) Santa is at the station, with presents for every child, and hot chocolate, hot cider, and cookies for all. Jasper encounters Santas all over the place, but he saves his Christmas wishes just for this particular Santa. This year, two very sincere elves rode down in our car, getting everyone to sing Christmas carols. Any time of year, it's definitely worth a drive!
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| A view from the cupola of the caboose. |
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