BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P3D REFRESH-INTERVAL:P3D CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20251115T150000Z DTEND:20251115T213000Z X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:Hill Country Flyer: A Vintage Train Ride for the Whole Family DESCRIPTION:Experience Texas Hill Country\, the Vintage Way.\n\nLooking for a full-day adventure through the Texas Hill Country? Hop aboard our signature ride the Hill Country Flyer. Since 1992\, this classic excursion has been a favorite for families\, friends\, and day-trippers looking to experience a unique blend of history\, Hill Country views\, and small-town charm.\n\nYour journey begins at the Austin Steam Train Association's Cedar Park Depot and takes you on a 66-mile round trip aboard our beautifully restored vintage train. Along the way\, you'll cross the scenic trestle bridge over the South San Gabriel River and wind through Short Creek Canyon all from the comfort of a restored historic railcar pulled by a diesel locomotive.\n\nMidway through the trip\, enjoy a two-hour layover in the town of Burnet\, where you can explore the historic square\, browse local shops\, and enjoy lunch on your own at one of the local restaurants (reservations are recommended). Then\, settle in for a relaxed ride back\, soaking in the experience of railroading the way it used to be.\n\nWhether you're a longtime train enthusiast or simply searching for a meaningful way to spend time with loved ones\, the Hill Country Flyer is a moving museum journey you won't forget.\n\n \n\nSchedule:\n\n\n \n Dates: Oct 11\, 18\, 25 & Nov 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\n \n \n Doors Open: 8:00 AM\n \n \n Boarding: 8:15 AM to 8:45 AM\n \n \n Departure: 9:00 AM\n \n \n Layover: 10:45 AM to 12:45 PM\n \n \n Return: 3:30 PM\n \n\n\n \n\nTrain Ride Info:\n\n\n \n Total Duration: 6.5 hours round trip (includes 2-hour layover in Burnet\, TX)\n \n \n Moving Museum: Ride on vintage railcars from the 1930s 1950s\, pulled by a historic diesel locomotive\n \n \n Departure Location: Cedar Park Depot\n \n \n Great for: Families\, friends\, grandparents\, history buffs\, and anyone craving a laid-back Texas adventure\n \n\n\n\n\nVoted a 2025 Best of Austin Winner by Austin Chronicle readers for our family-friendly train rides! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Experience Texas Hill Country\, the Vintage Way.

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Looking for a full-day adventure through the Texas Hill Country? Hop aboard our signature ride &mdash\; the Hill Country Flyer. Since 1992\, this classic excursion has been a favorite for families\, friends\, and day-trippers looking to experience a unique blend of history\, Hill Country views\, and small-town charm.

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Your journey begins at the Austin Steam Train Association&rsquo\;s Cedar Park Depot and takes you on a 66-mile round trip aboard our beautifully restored vintage train. Along the way\, you&rsquo\;ll cross the scenic trestle bridge over the South San Gabriel River and wind through Short Creek Canyon &mdash\; all from the comfort of a restored historic railcar pulled by a diesel locomotive.

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Midway through the trip\, enjoy a two-hour layover in the town of Burnet\, where you can explore the historic square\, browse local shops\, and enjoy lunch on your own at one of the local restaurants (reservations are recommended). Then\, settle in for a relaxed ride back\, soaking in the experience of railroading the way it used to be.

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Whether you&rsquo\;re a longtime train enthusiast or simply searching for a meaningful way to spend time with loved ones\, the Hill Country Flyer is a moving museum journey you won&rsquo\;t forget.
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\nVoted a \;2025 Best of Austin Winner \;by Austin Chronicle readers for our family-friendly train rides!

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\n LOCATION:Austin Steam Train Association 401 E. Whitestone Blvd Ste C-100 Cedar Park TX 78613 UID:e.1346.21846 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTAMP:20260406T081947Z URL:https://business.cedarparkchamber.org/events/details/hill-country-flyer-a-vintage-train-ride-for-the-whole-family-11-15-2025-21846 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR