Welcome to the official homepage of the Sumpter Valley Railroad!

When planning a summer visit to northeast Oregon, be sure to add the Sumpter Valley Railroad to your travel itinerary. History comes to life aboard the vintage trains as you travel through the heart of gold country in the scenic Sumpter Valley. Running between McEwen and the historic mining town of Sumpter, it’s a guarantee that the whole family will enjoy this relaxing trip back in time without having to leave the comfort of the present.

The Sumpter Valley Railroad is open weekends and major holidays, Memorial Day Weekend through the last weekend in September. CLICK HERE to see our 2013 Calendar. Round trips take just over two hours, including a layover in either McEwen or Sumpter. Please CLICK HERE to see the 2013 schedules and fares for both Regular and Holiday Weekends. There are also many special events throughout the season, ranging from  train robberies to photo specials. CLICK HERE for event dates, and to read a brief description of each special. 

CLICK HERE to download a PDF copy of the 2013 brochure.

Take a steam powered trip back in time through a winter wonderland. Christmas Trains on the Sumpter Valley are fun for the whole family, and are just a small part of the winter activities and events to be found in Baker County. Reservations are highly recommended, and can be made via the Baker County Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau at 800-523-1235.

• December 7 and 8, 2013
• December 14 and 15, 2013
  

Trains will be on a regular weekend schedule with round trip departures from McEwen at 10:00 AM and 1:15 PM, and a round trip from Sumpter at 12:00, Noon. Saturday December 14, will also have a third train that will leave McEwen at 4:15 for an evening trip to Sumpter for the holiday parade and tree lighting.