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Address: Route 9, Exit 3, Essex, CT View our location on the Map!
Phone: (800) 377-3987
www.essexsteamtrain.com
Enjoy a 2 1/2-hour excursion through the Connecticut River Valley, named one of the "top 40 last great places" by The Nature Conservancy, aboard a restored 1920's train pulled by a coal-fired, steam locomotive. Passengers transfer to a multi-deck riverboat in Deep River for an hour's ride to East Haddam and back, then train back to Essex.
Narration's on train and boat tell of the history, flora and fauna of the area. Bar service is offered on the optional open car and a parlor car. Snacks and drinks are also available on the boat.
For a special treat, ride the Essex Clipper Dinner Train.
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Address: 103 Main St., Ivoryton, CT View our location on the Map! |
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Address: Docked at the Connecticut River Museum, Essex, CT View our location on the Map!
Phone: (860) 662-0577
The Connecticut River is a historic waterway that has been designated as a National Heritage River, an area that has been listed by The Nature Conservancy as "One of the Last Great Places".
Explore these tranquil, protected waters aboard the R/V River Quest, a brand new, quiet & environmentally friendly 54', 50+ passenger vessel docked at the Connecticut River Museum in Essex, CT..