V&T wine trains set to depart from Carson City

The V&T Railway Commission announces the return of the wine train experience Toast of the Canyon Train Ride with two trips scheduled this year.

The first Toast of the Canyon train ride will run on Saturday, Aug. 17, followed by the second on Saturday, Sept. 21. Passengers will embark on a 45-minute round trip from Carson City’s Eastgate Depot, featuring appetizers and a selection of white wines.

Event highlights Include:

• Scenic ride: Travel two-and-a-half miles of newly laid track, showcasing historic locations, including Comstock stamp and reduction mills, as well as timber processing mills.

• Noteworthy mills: View historic sites such as the Santiago, Vivian, Merrimac, Brunswick, and Morgan Mills along the route, in addition to the iconic Eureka Mill.

• Unique encounters: Capture memorable moments as the “Iron Horse” steams past, reconnecting to the train and "High Balling" it back up the canyon, with the steam train whistle echoing off the canyon walls.

Tickets are $40 per person. Bench seating is available. Soft drinks and water will also be available. No dogs allowed, except for service dogs. Tickets are limited.

For information or tickets, visit https://vtrailway.com/ or call 775-686-9037.