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Black River & Western Railroad

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Black River Limited

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Our classic, no-frills train ride through scenic Hunterdon County, NJ, is perfect for railfans and families alike.

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  • Ringoes/Flemington Station
  • 1.5 Hours
  • All Ages (Kids Under 3 Ride Free)
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Black River & Western Railroad

Black River & Western Railroad

Black River & Western Railroad is the little-railroad-that-could that has been serving the community for over 50 years!

The volunteer staff is dedicated to preserving railroad history and giving guests the opportunity to experience old fashioned steam railroading right here in Hunterdon County, New Jersey.

Black River & Western Railroad is proud to offer train rides for every occasion. From holiday-themed events to rail-fan specials, there’s something for everyone!

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Five-Star Family Fun In New Jersey!

A Great Day!

"My family and I had such a great day on the rails! We met with Diana who is a shining star. She was so kind and so insightful, she made me and my family feel welcomed and cherished."

– James F. (Google)
Dedicated Volunteers!

"The volunteers at this railroad are so dedicated, they really care about safety. This is an amazing place to learn about the past, transportation, trains, and enjoy the joy of riding a train back in history!"

– Kimberly D. (Google)
Special Memories!

"They will always hold a special place in our heart. We took the train from Flemington to our wedding venue and took our son on his first train ride for the North Pole Express. We couldn't love them more!"

– Devin N. (Google)
Going Back Soon!

"I went on scenic train ride with my boyfriend, our two kids, my parents and grandparents and it was a blast! My two year old son loved it. We are absolutely planning on another trip back soon :)"

– Marjensa D. (Google)
Wonderfully Scenic

Really fun time for my boyfriend and I. The volunteers were really informative and shared a lot of history about the railroad. Definitely recommend for any age, it’s wonderfully scenic.

– Sarah (Groupon)