It’s nearly that time of year again, and we just love seeing our train surrounded by fall colors! All aboard our annual Fall Color Tours! A relaxing train ride is the perfect way to enjoy a brisk fall weekend. Climb aboard our train at Tecumseh Station for a 45 minute trip to Clinton to take in all the colors and scenic views. Upon arrival at Clinton Station, enjoy a cup of fresh apple cider from Kapnick Orchards, visit our gift shop for some souvenirs, and explore our historic railroad equipment on display! Experience the rails from our South Shore commuter…
2024 Trains, Trucks, & More!
Mark your calendars for Trains, Trucks, & More! Our 2024 event will be held from 10am – 4pm on Saturday, September 7th at 301 Bartlett Street, Clinton, MI 49236. Join us for a fun day of train rides, tractors, classic cars, emergency vehicles, model trains, and MORE! Free admission, free parking. Food available for purchase at some tasty food trucks and souvenirs available for purchase in the gift shop! Do you have a vintage tractor you like to show off? A classic car? An interesting truck? Get in touch with us! Send us an email to ttm.smrs@gmail.com for more information…
President Taft Visits the Southern Michigan Railroad
Join us at Hotrum Promenade Park in Tecumseh on Saturday, July 20th to experience a reenactment of the whistle stop President Taft performed back in 1910! While traveling by train to Jackson, Michigan to celebrate the founding of the Republican Party, President Taft stopped in Tecumseh to deliver a brief speech from the back of his private train car. You will be able to put yourself in the shoes of those eager onlookers and experience a whistle stop yourself! The reenactment will take place at 2:00PM as a part of Tecumseh’s Bicentennial Celebrations! This free event is something you won’t…
Clinton Summerfest!
Kick off the summer with a train ride! Hop aboard the Mill Pond Flyer during Clinton’s Summerfest! Enjoy a relaxing 45 minute round trip to Red Mill Pond. Take in the scenic views and spot all the wildlife on the water! Location: The train will board at the corner of Church Street and Division Street, Clinton, MI 49236. Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to departure. Schedule: June 8 Departures: 10am, 12pm, 2pm Tickets: Festival Special! Ages 13+: $15 Children (Ages 0-12): FREE! Book now to secure your seat!
Gift Cards!
Are you looking for the perfect gift for the rail fan in your life? How about the gift of a fun family outing? Consider a gift card to the Southern Michigan Railroad! Our digital gift cards can be used for any of our train ride experiences throughout the year. Purchase one today on our Tickets page!
Toys for Tots Donation Site
The Southern Michigan Railroad is a 2023 Toys for Tots donation site! We will accept new, unwrapped toys in the donation bins aboard Santa’s Caboose during our Santa Express trains this year. Please consider donating if you will be joining us on the rails!
All Aboard: Santa Express
*SOLD OUT* Tickets for the Santa Express are now available! Passengers will board the Santa Express at Clinton United Methodist Church for a magical train ride to Santa’s Caboose! Upon arrival, passengers will disembark the train for a visit with the jolly elf to share their Christmas wishes. Be sure to grab your complimentary hot cocoa from Santa’s elves on the way out! Location: The train will board at Clinton United Methodist Church. 10990 Tecumseh-Clinton Hwy, Clinton, MI 49236 Please plan to arrive 20 minutes prior to departure. Schedule: November 25, 26 December 2, 3, 9, 10 Departures: 10am, 12pm,…
Booking Now: Fall Color Tours
Cool weather and colorful trees are just around the corner, and we can’t wait to enjoy it all on the train! All aboard our annual Fall Color Tours! We’re mixing it up this year due to ongoing track projects with some great partners in Tecumseh, so all trains will board at Clinton Station. This year, the tours will feature a 1-hour roundtrip between the station and our bridge over Red Millpond. Don’t worry, the excellent colors, scenic views, and delicious cider are still staples on these trains! Enjoy the trip from our open air gondola, our New York Central Memorial…
Now Booking: Clinton Fall Festival
Stop over for a train ride during the Clinton Fall Festival! Climb aboard our Mill Pond Flyer! This 1 hour train trip will take you through the scenic southern Michigan countryside to see views over Red Millpond. Enjoy the trip from our Open-Air Gondola, our historic New York Central Bay Window Caboose, or ride with the brakeman in the New Haven Caboose! All trains feature open seating on a first come, first served basis. Location: The train will board at the corner of Church Street and Division Street, Clinton, MI 49236. Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes prior…
Now Arriving: The Mill Pond Flyer
Looking for a way to close out the summer? Climb aboard the Mill Pond Flyer! This 45 minute train trip will take you through the scenic southern Michigan countryside to see views over Red Millpond. Enjoy the trip from our Open-Air Gondola or our historic New York Central Bay Window Caboose! This trip is the perfect way to spend the last few Saturdays before summer ends. Location: The train will board at our Clinton Station, located at 301 Bartlett Street, Clinton, MI 49236. Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to departure. Schedule: August 26 & September 9…