Cedar Rock Railroad

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! With the holiday’s rapidly approaching, we’re sure a lot of you are looking for some fun, festive activities in and around the Georgetown area. The holidays would not be complete without some old-fashioned family fun! Whether you’re new to the area or looking for a new holiday activity, here is one of our favorites just a short jaunt away from Georgetown:

Cedar Rock Railroad

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Location:

  • SW Williamson County Park
  • 3005 County Road 175 Leander, TX 78641

The Cedar Rock Railroad, located in the SW Williamson County Park in Leander, features a 1.4-mile train ride through the beautiful Texas Hill Country. The main train departs every 30 minutes, quarter after the hour and quarter before the hour. Train tickets are $2.50 (credit cards accepted) for everyone one-year and older (with children under one free). In addition, the park features other rides and activities for the youngsters:

  • The Little Locomotive Chase
    • For kids age 3 and older (with a weight limit up to 100 lbs.)
    • Runs while the Cedar Rock Railroad train is at the station.
    • Tickets: $2 per person/per chase
  • Imagine RR Playscape
    • A little play area for the younger kiddos where they can imagine they are the driver of the train.
  • Old Town Pflooterville
    • An area where the kiddos can pretend they are chasing bad guys.
  • The Shady Oak Junction Depot
    • Location where you can purchase tickets, souvenirs, or food and drink items. The park also features some picnic tables to either enjoy a snack or sit and watch your kiddos play.

Hours (year-round):

  • Closed on Mondays
  • Tuesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Cedar Rock Railroad is a fantastic location to take the entire family for an afternoon of fun! Do you know of any family-fun activities near the Georgetown area? Let us know. We would love to make it our next feature.

Do you have any questions about the Georgetown Community? Contact us anytime. We love our community and would be happy to answer any questions you may have.

 

Resources:

http://www.cedarrockrailroad.com/index.html