Cass Railroad Train Ride to Bald Knob - Appalachian Mountains

Outdoor Lovers will love this amazing train adventure through the mountains in West Virginia. An old fashion steam engine takes you to the top of Bald Knob where you can get off for 30 minutes to explore the overlook. Lunch is provided. 4.5 hr round trip climbing 2,390 ft in elevation for a 22 mile round trip.
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[@RVAHikerGirl]

Like this video? Consider SUBSCRIBING to the channel for more! TY! ~RVA~

[@pattyk8594]

Great video thank you

[@RVAHikerGirl]

You are very welcome Patty. Such a fun way to get to the top of the mountain. Can't wait to check out some other train rides. ~RVA~

[@tangenttrails]

You can’t beat a great train excursion. Especially if it’s steam.❤

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Literally it was like going back in time to see how it use to be in the good ole days. Just a super fun way to get to a summit. Loved every moment of it this outting. ~RVA~

[@groundpounder24365]

Thays so awesome..I was on this train with you when you did this. Took me some time to fid your channel. I walked past you while yoh were filming and knew it would be on here..So cool...SUBSCRIBED

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Oh now, that's cool! Which car were you in? Glad you found me! Hope you enjoyed the train ride as much as I did. Check out the fire tower video that just came out this morning. That's where I camped after I left Cass. What a trip! ~RVA~

[@groundpounder24365]

@@RVAHikerGirl I was on the last car furthest from the train with my wife, in fact I have a couple shorts of my ride on my channel as well.

[@groundpounder24365]

The ride was awesome! We visited WV for the first time. I enjoyed it and will certainly return

[@ronosmianski812]

Rode the train to the top with a buddy years ago. Backpacked down to town generally following the tracks. Stayed in the old town of Cass up on the mountain where the loggers stayed while harvesting the mountain. There was nothing left of the town but some stone foundations. Great hike down, but riding the train is the best to go up!

[@RVAHikerGirl]

What a great idea to hike back down. I’m a history buff and when you combine that with the outdoors I’m as happy as a ice cream on warm apple pie! 🤣 ~RVA~

[@AlanMETALMAN]

'Bald Knob......that's me in hysterics...British humour I'm afraid😛. We do have a lot of steam trains still running in the UK, most of them are ran by volunteers but always a rush to see them and we have a railways museum about 4 miles always at a place called Shildon (the birthplace of the railway), where Gorge Stevenson ran his very first train journey. That was some steep climb, just was well you were in the train and not hiking it but a shame the mist was down for the viewing point at....... not going to say it or I will be off again! Different video but a real interesting one, cheers Alan

[@RVAHikerGirl]

History and the outdoors - LOVE! UK weather is following me. It did as well on this week's video. Go figure! You can't have great weather all the time. I just love being outside no matter what. Thanks Alan! ~RVA~

[@KempOutside]

Great video!

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Thank you! Super fun to get up a mountain in a different way like this. Appreciate you stopping by. ~RVA~

[@nathancorcoran5347]

The Cass Scenic Railroad is full of many amazing logging railroading equipment. Such as their Shay steam locomotives. They also have a Heisler locomotive, three 2-8-0 steam locomotives, and two Climax steam locomotives. My favorite steam locomotive here is Cass Scenic Railroad Shay #5 (Built by Lima Locomotive Works in 1905, as the oldest operational Shay steam locomotive in the world).

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Thanks for all the info. History, beautiful landscapes and a whole lot of fun.

[@Shipperviettel28]

Cám ơn bạn đã chia sẻ cuộc sống, chúc bạn và mọi người ở đây thật nhiều sức khỏe 👍🤗🔔▶️🇻🇳

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Not sure what your comment says, but I do appreciate you stopping by to watch. ~RVA~

[@TeaInValhalla]

What an adventure Jacqueline, no need to apologise for the footage, ot was exceptional 👏 ❤️⛰️ What a fun and different adventure, these mountain steam trains play an important part of the history and future of these mountains, fantastic! The misty mountains added another level of mystery and romance to this epic video 😍 Have a great week, thanks for this video, loved it, Ceri and Kat ☕️ 👍 🧭 🗺 😀 choooooo chooooo 🛤

[@RVAHikerGirl]

A very different way to get to the top of the mountain, that is for sure. I'm a history buff too, so the historical impact of steam engines was fun to learn more about. Very cool to go back in time and feel just a little what it was like back then. That socked in view, was killer from all the photos I've seen. Too bad to miss it but you can't get them all! But it sure is fun trying! ~RVA~

[@FollowThomas]

That's like going back in time, very cool 😎

[@RVAHikerGirl]

It sure is. I loved the history of the area and these trains. Such a unique experience! ~RVA~

[@DaveCollierCamping]

Historic stuff - beautiful

[@RVAHikerGirl]

I'm a huge history buff. So combining the outdoors, history, trains, amazing mountain views is a win win for me! Perfect for all ages too! ~RVA~

[@BackpackingWithJason]

That looked like a lot of fun. Who doesn’t like a train ride 😁. Beautiful scenery out there too.

[@RVAHikerGirl]

I was like a little kid. The heat that the engine put off, was crazy. But you have to heat up that water to make the steam for the train to run. Cool way to get to the top of a mountain summit, right? Thanks Jason for checking this one out! See you soon! ~RVA~

[@travel_nature_and_life]

wow, back in Past ! Lovely trip 🧡

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Yes it was! Amazing trip! can't wait to check out other trains in the area. ~RVA~

[@jebbthetrainkid1281]

CASS SCENIC RAILROAD is one of the Top Excursion Railroads in the Country. Living in West Virginia I've been there many Times and I am always looking forward to the Next Trip. Very Nice Video.

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Hi Jebb! Thanks for stopping by the channel. What a fantastic place. Being outdoors, learning about the history of the area and the trains, and seeing those amazing views - just a terrific experience. ~RVA~

[@milkbones8617]

The first overlook you took a video of while defending is currently my Lock Screen wallpaper lol , I went up to bald knob about 7 months ago. Was a great ride.

[@RVAHikerGirl]

That’s cool. I really love this whole train ride experience. So unique and fun! Thanks for checking it out. ~RVA~

[@thenaturemanadventures]

Saweeeeet tomatoes! The train ride gives such a beautiful experience and perspective of nature for sure. I can only imagine how colorful the views will be in October ☺️ Thanks for bringing us along this relaxing adventure 🤠🌲🍃

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Glad you enjoyed it! Fall would be killer for sure! ~RVA~

[@sueb860]

Wow! My husband is a BIG train buff. May need to check into this for a weekend trip next spring! Thanks for this!

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Hey SueB he will love this. They have a bunch of other historical trains and cars there as well. It's such a unique experience. There are other trains in other areas around the state that do something similar. They have a shorter train ride there to Whittaker, but I would recommend this one. You don't get the good views until you climb up higher in elevation. ~RVA~

[@dannysgirl1549]

@@RVAHikerGirl The train ride from Cass to Durban, along the greenbrier river, is now open. We’re riding it this Friday. We’ve ridden on the Cass scenic railroad several time and stayed in the old logger’s houses. It’s always been a fun trip.

[@RVAHikerGirl]

@@dannysgirl1549 How long is that train ride? Great info to know its open. So fun riding trains through the mountains.

[@RAISEPLACE777]

Thanks so much RVA Hiker Girl. I grew up hiking in in Va and West Va as a young adult and even spelunking. My folks built a retirement home on old Browntown rd just past the entrance to Skyline drive in Front Royal. We spent many happy times there. Parents have passed on and house was sold. Sad that most people my age are hunkering down. I'll try to get out there but my partner hates snakes and has a bad back. I'm cheered by your channel!

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Aww, so happy you found my channel. My parents have passed as well, and the farm was sold. Its crazy how times change. I rarely ever see snakes with all the hiking/outdooring I do. Not sure if that makes your partner feel any better. Feel free to watch any of the 175 videos I have on my channel if your ever bored. Nice chatting with you. ~RVA~

[@billm9709]

The fire lookout tower in the background at 9:09 used to be on Gauley Mountain in Fayette County. It was 100 years old last year. I'd like to have a $10.00 bill for every time I went up and down those steps.

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Oh that's really cool. Did they move it to its present location? Sounds like great memories. ~RVA~

[@billm9709]

@@RVAHikerGirl It was taken down in 2 pics. and reassembled at Cass. When it was on Gauley it was painted aluminum. I like the camo paint they put on her. I worked that tower for 9 years and loved every minute of it.

[@RVAHikerGirl]

@@billm9709 Tha'ts cool that it wasn't left in ruins and someone is taking care of it. Too many of our historical firetowers are out of commission due to lack of funding for the upkeep.

[@TeaInValhalla]

2nd 👍❤️☕️🥈

[@sarahbauer548]

Just found your videos and I am obsessed! I am from the Richmond area as well! Would love to see you do a video on the Great Dismal Swamp.

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Hi Sarah! So happy you found my channel. Oh great suggestion! I have not been there yet, it is def on my list. If you ever have any questions about any location just let me know. Always happy to help, and get people out there. ~RVA~

[@SergeCousineau]

Nice train ride Jacqueline It was beautiful even if there was some fog up there . Interesting to know that there’s a train ride in West Virginia maybe one day we will go there. I love those train rides in the woods. We did 2 train rides before one in South Dakota in Hill City and one in British Columbia Canada 🇨🇦 on our 84 days road trip and it’s on our channel . Speaking about channels your has been doing great as I see 👍😉 congratulations! Have a great day Serge H&S 👩‍❤️‍👨🌈🇨🇦

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Hello! Great to hear from you. Yes this was super fun and certainly a unique way to get to the top of the mountain. I didn't mind the clouds at the top. You can't control mother nature or the weather. I got some great views below the cloud line, so I was stoked for that. So happy you stopped by. ~RVA~

[@SergeCousineau]

@@RVAHikerGirl always around 🤪😉👍

[@lincdebunce9249]

Hi there, I found your site looking for reviews of the House Party 4 tent (which I got today). Thanks for endorsement; It looks like a keeper. Your train excursion looks like fun, and the type of thing I hope to do sometime in my neck of the woods (in Oregon).

[@RVAHikerGirl]

The House Party 4 rocks! I use it very frequently. Be sure to seam seal it and spray seal it. It didn't leak during several rain storms but found small leak after maybe like the 5th time in the rain. So to be safe I just did the whole thing for peace of mind. ( I do the same. thing to almost all of my tents) So happy you found my channel. This train ride was killer. Historical, and a great and unique way to get to a mountain summit. ~RVA~

[@IvorsTravels]

I love heritage railways. This looked a great ride with some wonderful views while you were below the clouds. Shame that the summit views were restricted.

[@RVAHikerGirl]

I didn't mind. I got amazing views below the cloud line. I could use my imagination up at a the summit. It was just an incredible experience all around. ~RVA~

[@ms.kayak7seas]

2nd👍 Congraturation to you on surpassing "7K"🍾🍾🎇🎇🎆🎆🎉🎉 I love a locomotive train ride compared with bullet trains in my home town. This trip is the best way to relax and enjoy "spectacular views of mountain scenery" listening to the locomotive whisttes. Wow, misty/fogy air....I like slowing down our lives and take time enjoying those moments...5:59 So in spite of the weather, this trip will go on and I must book it in advance...noted📝 It's understandable how difficult to film from inside of the car, not able to avoid noises and movements. But certainly beautiful. Well said. Thank you so much. I am a kayaker, but you are one of my inspirations to go to high land, so I did. I will be honored if you can take a few mins of your precious time to watch the vid in a couple weeks at Kaya7seas. Even though I don't feel my legs at this moment, the view from the top of the Grandfather's Mountain was "SPECTACULAR." I almost thought of giving-up and call a rescue team. 😲😲

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Aww thank you! I need to get my kayaks back out. I've been enjoying my paddle board a lot lately. I was just in NC last week. I didn't get as far south as grandfather but I did get to hanging rock .It was beautiful. I sure will be on the look out for your video. ~RVA~

[@ms.kayak7seas]

​@@RVAHikerGirl Thank you so much. My legs are too short to climb up on boulders...muscle ache almost killed me. I am too old, I guess...I will go back hiking though. You are my inspiration. Wow...I live in Asheville, NC. A lot of hippies and breweries....of course, Biltmore Estates...it's a small town. Did you hike while you are in NC??? Please continue inspiring the world. 🥰🥰🍁🍁🚣‍♀🚣‍♀

[@Ron_C]

Is this the same location that has the cars they leave up on the mountain for overnight stays? I thought it was the Cass Railroad that provided something like that. You rent a car and they disconnect it on the mountain and you spend the night. Looked like an awesome trip for sure and yeah, I agree.....I rarely let weather prevent me from enjoying the outdoors! Be safe!

[@RVAHikerGirl]

I'm not sure Ron. I thought I saw a train car on the tracks that looked like you could stay in it. I know you can stay above the general store. And there are some other unique places to stay in the area that they were mentioning on the ride up. This was such a cool experience to got up to a summit on not on a train, but on a steam engine like in the old days. There are some other train rides through the state. They may offer the caboose camping. The fire tower I stayed in was like 30 minutes away from Cass.I did that on the same trip. ~RVA~

[@SeniorHiker77]

If you were on that train how did you get those shots. Did you have to run back to pickup your camera? Very good video, enjoyed very much.👍

[@RVAHikerGirl]

So there were 2 trains. One left and came back before I got on my train. So I was able to snag some of that video footage. A great way to get to the top of a mountain. But that view I missed due to the fog, I gotta go back to check that out. It's supposed to be incredible! ~RVA~

[@pilgrim5736]

Enjoyed the video; since it is sold out for October when is the calendar open for next year?

[@RVAHikerGirl]

I am not sure what months they are in operation since it was my first time going. I am sure the info is on their website. But if you want to go during prime leaf peeping season, make reservations early. ~RVA~

[@piedmontpengwing]

Suggestion to you. I may consider getting a reservation for October 2023. Can schedule the train. Remember, the third Saturday in October is Bridge Day. They aren’t to far apart!!!!! I saw a sign to it when I went to Bridge Day 2022.

[@RVAHikerGirl]

I've been to NRG and did the bridge walk. But are are suggestion to do both on the same day? Or to book the train on the same day as the bridge walk? Sorry I read your comment like 5 times trying to figure out what your suggestion was.

[@piedmontpengwing]

@@RVAHikerGirl I meant over several days. You could enjoy the fall foliage colors etc. I have crossed the New River Gorge Bridge quite a few times. Only been to Bridge Day one time. It would require several days for certain. You stated you took the scenic train in September. It would save on gas. The only problem is being able to get a reservation for the train near Bridge Day. Bridge Day is very adventurous. I know that you have been there.

[@RVAHikerGirl]

@@piedmontpengwing Yes, I adore NRG and go there often. I'm not sure I'd want to go when 200,000 people desend on that area. I tend to go to places when there aren't a lot of ppl there whenever I can. You are sweet for the recommendation, greatly appreciate it.

[@piedmontpengwing]

@@RVAHikerGirl I loved it. Watching those people prep and jump off that bridge. I was fortunate that the weather was excellent. I’ve never been before. We we’re returning from my niece wedding in MN. My brother saw a sign about Bridge Day! Luckily she got married the first weekend of October. I was able to go.

[@marvinedwards7011]

My family is going this Friday and the white water rafting Saturday...how should we dress for train ride.

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Its been warm lately, so dress in wicking, cool clothing. Watch out for the ash coming down, depending on what car you are in, you could see it more of it. Let me know how you guys like it.

[@williampatrick2971]

So since there’s roads and crossings along the ride, people must live up in there. I checked the population for Cass and its somehow only 5.

[@RVAHikerGirl]

I didn’t see any houses or driveways or anything else to indicate people lived up there. There were crossings that were switchbacks to get up the mountain and Whittaker Station but no true crossings except at the parking lot that I can recall.

[@KimiWallrus]

9%- 9 foot in elevation per 100' track. Clarifying not being a neg. vibe nazi lol. Love the vid, sucks that it was fogged out BUT Steam Locomotives make awesome smoke in those conditions,

[@RVAHikerGirl]

I am by no means a train expert. I just love new experiences in the outdoors. And going up to a summit on a historical steam engine is pretty darn cool regardless of the grade. But facts are facts, I get it. 🤪

[@MetroOnTheMove]

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[@TeaInValhalla]

Good job Mr Metro! ☕️❤️🏆🥇

[@MetroOnTheMove]

@@TeaInValhalla I learned from the best!

[@TeaInValhalla]

@@MetroOnTheMove 🤜🤛

[@larrym.johnson9219]

Question why does the narrator mispronounced Appalachia? Could it be that they're not from West Virginia maybe?

[@RVAHikerGirl]

I the narrator am from Virginia and my mom is from West Virginia. There are 2 ways to pronounce. Neither is right or wrong. Don’t sweat the small stuff. Just get outside and be happy.

[@TeaInValhalla]

Already shared this with a train loving, mountain hiking friend, like button tickled 👍 🪶 ALL ABOARD! 🚇 🎟

[@MetroOnTheMove]

RVA is living the life!

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Aww thank you for sharring. You guys are incredible! These Shay Locomotives being still operating and the maintenance required to keep them moving is so impressive. We had to stop once for them to take out an old fashion oil can and oil the moving parts. They have some other antique engines and cars as well there. Train lovers paradise, this place.

[@RVAHikerGirl]

@@MetroOnTheMove Live it while you can my friend! So much to do and see and my list is LOOONNNGGG! Ha Ha! ~RVA~

[@KevBoneT]

@@RVAHikerGirl I am told scout troops can go up and camp overnight (in the woods somewhere), and catch the train the next day. Awesome camping trip. Thanks RVA HG for a good one. The sound of train whistles does it for me.