Whether you are a railroad enthusiast or a casual rail fan, you will love exploring some of the railroad history near Mountain Country Cabin Rentals! Our cabins make a perfect homebase to visit a historic depot and to take a couple of fantastic train excursions through the mountains! Here are 3 unique and historic railroad attractions near Murphy NC.
1. The L&N Depot
You can discover a historic train depot right in downtown Murphy that dates back to approximately 1887! This was once the meeting place of the Southern Railroad and the Louisville & Nashville Railroad, which were originally called the Carolina Railroad and Georgia Railroad, respectively. While the railroad lines through Murphy have long been abandoned, the L&N Depot still stands today and serves as a friendly meeting place for farmers markets and other public events.
2. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
Take a journey back into the golden age of train travel aboard an excursion on the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad! This family friendly train ride is located only about an hour northeast of Murphy in the town of Bryson City, NC. After departing from the historic depot in Bryson City, you will travel through the beautiful countryside of western North Carolina so be sure to bring your camera along to capture some fabulous photographs! The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad even features a special open-air gondola where you can step outside to enjoy the fresh mountain air!
3. Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
Another unique and historic railroad attraction near Murphy NC is the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway! This pleasant train excursion departs from Blue Ridge, Georgia, which is just 30 minutes southwest of Mountain Country Cabin Rentals! All of the regularly scheduled trips are 26 miles roundtrip, and you can choose to ride in vintage, climate controlled rail cars or open air cars. The train travels along the stunning Toccoa River before arriving to the quaint towns of McCaysville, Georgia and Copperhill, Tennessee for a 2 hour layover. During this time, you can enjoy a delicious lunch, shop for antiques or walk across an old bridge for gorgeous river views!
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Where to Stay
If you want to enjoy a relaxing and fun filled vacation close to these historic railroad attractions near Murphy NC, look no further than Mountain Country Cabin Rentals! We have cabins of all sizes to accommodate your needs, ranging from 1 bedroom cabins for a couple’s getaway to multi-bedroom cabins for large families and groups! While staying in our affordable cabins, you will love the gorgeous mountain views from your private deck and watching the stars come alive at night! This is the perfect way to unwind after a busy day of sightseeing around the Murphy region! While staying with us, you can also enjoy amenities such as fully equipped kitchens, soothing hot tubs, game rooms and much more!
Check out all of our cabins in Murphy today for the perfect place to stay near these wonderful railroad attractions near Murphy NC! We look forward to seeing you soon at Mountain Country Cabin Rentals!
