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Chehalis-Centralia Railroad

1101 SW Sylvenus St · Chehalis, WA

Why you should go…

The Chehalis-Centralia Railroad is a nonprofit heritage railroad preserving the logging and railroading history of Lewis County. It operates seasonal excursion trains over about ten miles of former Milwaukee Road track along the Chehalis River, with themed rides such as the Polar Express, a Murder Mystery Adventure and a Pumpkin Train. Its steam locomotive, Cowlitz Chehalis and Cascade Railway No. 15, is currently under repair, so trains run behind a diesel engine.

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Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

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