Engine No. 7 Quick Facts

- 1919 Baldwin Steam Locomotive Number 7 is the oldest steam locomotive at the BHCRR.
- It has a wheel arrangement of 2-6-2.
- It is the only locomotive at the BHCRR that pulls a tender.
- No. 7 is only powerful enough to pull four train cars.
- Of the three steam locomotives at the BHCRR, it has appeared the most in tv shows and movies.

Tickets Now Available for 2010!

Prospective passengers are now able to start making reservations for the 2010 season. All regular season 1880 Train departures are available, as well as the Fireworks Express Event, which will be in it's seventh year. For those that are looking ahead to next Fall and Winter, reservations are also available for the train's Wine Express Into The West, and Holiday Express.

Reservations for these train rides can be made by using our online system at www.1880train.com, or by calling our office at 605-574-2222.

Ticket prices for the 2010 season will remain $22.00 for adults and $12.00 for children ages 3-12. Children under the age of 3 ride for free on an adult's lap.

The 2010 Fireworks Express will be $68.00 for adults and $35.00 for children ages 3-20. Book your 3rd of July tickets in advance, they go fast! Check back on our website for the details of this patriotic train ride!

December Holiday Express Dates Still Available

Last Friday and Saturday was the kick off weekend for the Holiday Express. We had perfect weather, and I think everyone, young and old alike, had a great time.

If you didn't get a chance to ride last weekend, there are still three more Holiday Express dates to choose from. We'll be headed for the North Pole again on December 12th, 19th, and 23rd. We have two departure times on all three dates. The Holiday Express will go at 4:15 pm and again at 6:00 pm.

Call now to reserve your tickets as times are filling up. The office phone number is 605-574-2222. Reservations can also be made at www.1880train.com.


The North Pole at Oblivion


Three elves getting the train ready for it's trip to the North Pole.


The Hill City Depot gets decked out in holiday cheer.