In search of a fun place in the great outdoors that has something the whole family can enjoy? Then head to Simpsonville (about 30 minutes southeast of Greenville) to a city park that seems to have it all – including its own miniature railway that circles this sizable park for a ride even the big kids (that’s you) in the family will love.
Heritage Park in Simpsonville is a hidden secret in the Palmetto State. The 90 acres in this regional park are home to several ball fields, a sizeable (17,000 seat) amphitheater, playgrounds, walking trails, and…
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A miniature train that’s open seasonally for all to ride.
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Welcome aboard the Heritage Park Train, a scaled-down version of an actual steam engine train that used to pass through Simpsonville.
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Tickets for those over the age of two are a mere $3 per ride. Kids under two ride for free with a paying adult. And what a ride it is!
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Enjoy the gentle breeze on your face in the open-air passenger cars pulled by the steam engine of the Heritage Park Railroad.
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Pass under a real railroad trestle and then circle back to cross on the trestle itself for an extra cool experience for both kids and adults.
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The train is only open seasonally so you should check this link on the park’s website for the most current information. The train runs weather permitting.
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After your train ride(s), be sure to take the kids over to explore the cool playgrounds. And don’t forget, Heritage Park also has a huge amphitheater.
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The venue features major concerts like the recent Clink Black and Trace Atkins tour. You can see a list of upcoming shows on the park’s website.
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Ready to check it out? It’s easy to find and not far from Interstate 385, making it also very convenient!
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Load up the car and head to Simpsonville, South Carolina, to climb aboard the miniature steam-powered train at Heritage Park. Hours and days of operation may vary depending upon the weather. See this page of the website for numbers you may call before making a long journey to ride the train.
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Address: 861 SE Main St, Simpsonville, SC 29681, USA
