Essex / Connecticut
Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park
Steam rail travel is the central experience at this Essex park.
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Steam rail travel is the central experience at this Essex park. The historic station and working railway offer a different way to see the Connecticut River Valley; the excursion operator’s schedule determines which trips are available on a given day.
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Guide reviewed September 8, 2026. Hours, access and programs can change. Use the official sources below for the latest details.
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