If you’re already close to the Canyon, you have to take a lengthy van ride to get to the train depot, and of course pick-up is early. But the town where the train starts is really neat, and I enjoyed the train depot. Lots of souvenirs to buy and a place to grab some coffee. Before boarding the train, watch the cowboys put on a little show. Once you board, you get some history about the train and the area. After that, you’re just watching the scenery pass by. If you’re in a car with small children, they will get bored and irritable quickly. It seems like a good idea for small children, but this is a long, slow ride with mostly nothing to do. But I did get some nice pics and I’m glad I did it.