Rails With Trails takes first train to Monterey in 40 years (Cookeville: discount, driving)

[jguillot]

For the first time in 40 years, a passenger train made its way yesterday from Cookeville to Monterey. See the story by clicking on the link below.

Herald-Citizen Online Edition - Cookeville, TN

[JMT]

Originally Posted by jguillot

For the first time in 40 years, a passenger train made its way yesterday from Cookeville to Monterey. See the story by clicking on the link below.

Herald-Citizen Online Edition - Cookeville, TN

I would've loved to have been on that train!!!

[jguillot]

I look forward to riding these trains in years to come. Sounds like fun!

[2mares]

I would've loved to have been on that train!!!

Me too! I remember my mom and aunt talking about riding the train from Monterey to Cookeville and sometimes even to Nashville when they were young girls. My grandfather worked for the rr so they got discount passes. I always thought it would be so great to take a passanger train as opposed to driving. The route is so scenic, I drive that way a lot but you cant take your eyes off the road long to check out the scenery.

[CookevilleWeatherGuy]

too cool! ....I am thrilled to see trains that will soon be making their way up and down Monterey Mountain!