Texas State Railroad, Heritage railroad park in Palestine, United States.
The Texas State Railroad operates vintage locomotives on a 25-mile route through dense pine forests between Palestine and Rusk in East Texas.
Established in 1883, the railroad was constructed by inmates from Rusk Penitentiary to transport raw materials for the prison's iron smelter operations.
The Texas Legislature designated this railway as the Official Railroad of Texas in 2003, preserving its historical role in state transportation.
Visitors can experience four-hour round trips with food service, choosing between steam or diesel locomotive excursions from March through November.
The railroad maintains five steam locomotives and three diesel engines, offering regular passenger service through the East Texas Piney Woods.
Location: Palestine
Address: 789 Park Rd 70, Palestine, TX 75801
Phone: +(855)6327729
Website: https://texasstaterailroad.net
GPS coordinates: 31.74289,-95.57340
Latest update: March 18, 2025 20:25
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