01/01/2026
In 2025, we did what many thought wouldn’t happen. The Delaware & Ulster Railroad came back to life. And to the
11,000 people who participated in our first year, a sincere thank you.
When we first approached the non profit board about restarting the railroad as a private venture, we had no idea what the outcome would be. A railroad that hadn’t turned a wheel for the public in 5 years, with no existent operating crew, or a real blueprint for what would guaranteed success…became an incredible adventure for us.
In a single short year, we operated almost 1,000 miles, hauled 11,000 guests, sold
out a few trains, brought Santa back to the area, served first class dining, partnered with area non profits and service groups, started our first ever pumpkin patch event, showcased the fall colors, and made an incredible impact to the area. All done without a single incident.
2025 was a great year, and we hope that 2026 will be even greater for the Delaware & Ulster Railroad. If you have a memory from this past year, please share in the comments!
From all of us at the Delaware & Ulster Railroad Operating Company, have a Happy and safe new year!
