The Wolf Picnic Train

No. Stroller or car seat storage is available near the boarding area.

No. Once the end of the line is reached, the train will stop, then begin the return trip to Boone.

Yes, the cars used on our Wolf Trains are climate controlled.

We strongly recommend making Wolf Picnic Train reservations in advance. Reserve at www.bsvrr.com, or by calling (515) 432-4249. If tickets are still available, they may be purchased at the ticket window on the day of the trip.

Trains travel at approximately 10 miles per hour.

Our Wolf Picnic Train excursions are approximately 2 hours in length.

All train rides are round-trip journeys.

No. On the picnic train, we provide the table and the ride, you bring your own picnic lunch.

Admission to the James H. Andrew Railroad Museum is included with all but trolley tickets.

The Wolf Picnic Train utilizes assigned seating. Passengers are seated at tables of up to four people. When reserving, indicate if you would like to be seated with a specific party. Requests to be seated with a specific party must be made a minimum of 7 business days prior to the day of your trip.

All Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad trains, buildings, and grounds are smoke-free.

Internet ticket orders incur a 12%, non-refundable handling fee. Phone orders incur a non-refundable handling fee of 25 cents per ticket.

Due to the age and the history of these cars, multiple stairs, narrow hallways, and other limitations make them inaccessible to persons utilizing walkers, wheelchairs, motorized scooters, etc.

Wine, or other alcoholic beverages, may not be brought on board this train.

No. Only service animals are allowed on our trains and in our buildings. Emotional support animals, comfort animals, therapy animals, or pets are not covered under Titles II and III of the ADA.

Food and non-alcoholic beverages may be brought on board the picnic train, as food and beverage service is not provided. But large coolers, backpacks, or other large bags are not allowed, as aisles must be kept clear.

Any changes or cancellations must be made a minimum of 7 business days prior to the day of your departure. Special event tickets such as Day out with Thomas, Pumpkin Express, and Santa Express are final sales – no refunds or exchanges are available.

Our trains operate rain, snow, or shine. The decision to run is based on weather conditions at the railroad. If the train runs, no refunds will be made. If a train is cancelled, a gift card will be issued – no cash refunds will be made.

Plan to arrive one hour before departure time. Keep in mind that in excess of 60 freight trains pass through Boone on any given day. This frequently leads to travel delays for our customers. Your punctual arrival helps to ensure you won’t be caught on the wrong side of the tracks as your train departs the depot. Reservation or not, trains will not be held for late passengers.

Your credit card will be charged at the time you make your reservation.

These trains depart from our depot located at 225 10th Street in Boone, Iowa, wind their way through the Des Moines River Valley, before ending up near Fraser, Iowa. Fraser, once a booming mining town, was the headquarters for the Boone Valley Coal and Railroad Company, a predecessor of the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad. This train will cross the 156’ tall Bass Point Creek High Bridge, as well as the Des Moines River Bridge.

No. Train tickets are held at the depot ticket office, and are to be picked-up at the ticket window upon your arrival. You should receive e-mail confirmation of your order at the e-mail address you provide.

The Kate Shelley High Bridge is located on the Union Pacific Railroad’s mainline across Iowa, which is unrelated to our line. However, we do cross the 156′ tall Bass Point Creek High Bridge, which is the highest single-track interurban railroad bridge in the United States.