Austin Steam Train Ride

I finally got to go on a short train ride via the Austin Steam Train. This was a basic excursion from Cedar Park to Bertram. The train stopped at Bertram for 15 minutes. During that time you can explore the Bertram depot. That 15 minute stop gives them time to get the engine turned around. After that it's back to Cedar Park.

Although not a steam train, the 442 dies...

The Austin Steam Train headquarters.

Park, and walk straight ahead through th...

Not a pretty shot, but this is a view fr...

Most of the view is your normal roadside...

It didn't seem to take long to get to Be...

Adlake lock. Still in business after hun...

An actual train bell inside the Bertram ...

I just liked this shot. Love the shadows...

The next room of the Bertram depot. Yes,...

More Bertram depot.

Standing on the elevated platform around...

From the other side of the elevated plat...

All aboard. Back on the train.

Now, here's the part we needed several h...

Love the Art Deco light fixtures.

Now that's a solid door.

Looking down the hallway of the car we w...

Industrial design that can last centurie...

Never needs replacing.

Looks like he knows what he's doing. Mos...

Some scenery on the way back, probably a...

Take note! These are granite stones that...

Over the bridge across the river.

Not sure what that is but it's in Texas.

The rare time when you don't have to sto...

Is this cool or what?

And even fresh flowers! Nice touch.

The curved couch. Unfortunately you can'...

More of a diner type train car. Still co...

More art deco lighting.

Symbols of Santa Fe. Beautiful stainless...

Now that's a color combo. Looks awesome ...

California Zephyr. Silver pine.

Pullman 151.

Nickel Plate Road. City of Chicago.