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About Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

Experience the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains aboard the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad (GSMR), a heritage rail line offering scenic excursions along roughly 53 miles of track on the Murphy Branch. With depots in Bryson City and Dillsboro, GSMR transports passengers through western North Carolina’s mountains, delivering memorable trips for families and rail enthusiasts alike. Whether you’re seeking a daytime ride, a dining experience, or a festive seasonal event, we’ve got you covered with seating options, parking details, and lodging and dining recommendations to simplify your trip.

Secure your seats through a trusted partner network and explore a range of experiences—from Coach seating with open windows and Open Air Gondola to Crown Class table seating, First Class dining, and private caboose charters for groups. Seasonal favorites like The Polar Express, A Day Out With Thomas, Pumpkin Patch Express, and Gourmet/Mystery trains add extra fun for all ages.

Key logistics for your GSMR visit: parking is available at 45 Mitchell Street in Bryson City, with group parking and easy drop-off at 226 Everett Street. The Bryson City depot serves as the primary hub, while the Dillsboro station offers additional scenic options along the line. For the full experience, refer to our curated list of nearby hotels and restaurants to keep your trip seamless—from comfortable stays to tasty bites after a day on the rails.

  • Seating options: Coach (open windows and Open Air Gondola), Crown Class (table seating), First Class dining options, and private caboose charters for up to 15 passengers.
  • Polar Express offers multiple seating classes including First Class, Crown Class, and Coach.
  • Notable events: Polar Express (seasonal), A Day Out With Thomas, Pumpkin Patch Express, Gourmet/Mystery trains.
  • Parking: 45 Mitchell Street, Bryson City, with group drop-off at 226 Everett Street.
  • Nearby hotels and restaurants: explore affiliated partners for convenient stays and dining close to GSMR depots.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Depot address in Bryson City: 226 Everett Street; parking for GSMR is on 45 Mitchell Street (group parking 45 Mitchell Street; group drop-off at 226 Everett Street).
  • Fleet includes about 30 passenger coaches; GSMR carries roughly 200,000 passengers annually.
  • Venue type: tourist/heritage railroad offering scenic excursions on roughly 53 miles of track (Murphy Branch) with depots in Bryson City and Dillsboro.
  • Seating options include Coach Class (with open windows and Open Air Gondola), Crown Class (table seating), First Class (group dining options), and private caboose charters (up to 15 passengers). The Polar Express offers First Class, Crown Class, and Coach seating.
  • Notable events: Polar Express (seasonal), and themed trains such as A Day Out With Thomas, Pumpkin Patch Express, and Gourmet/Mystery trains per regional listings.