Kick back for a sunset cruise departing Lake Placid, Florida at 5:30 PM and returning at 7:30 PM. Hosting passengers 21-and-over, the Sunset Spirit Express operates south along the town's namesake lake and into the orange groves of Highlands County and returns just in time for magic hour at sunset.

Featuring a variety of beer and wine served on board by LaBelle Brewing Company, a trip aboard our vintage steam-and-diesel-powered train is a delightful way to welcome the weekend.

Our passenger train consists of historic cars dating from the early 1900s to the mid-1950s. Our train is climate-controlled except in our open-air class and features restrooms onboard.

Beer and wine are available for purchase on board with a credit card. All first class cars include snacks and appetizers.

Ticket prices do not include taxes or fees.

Open Air Car – $48.00

Deluxe Coach – $48.00

First Class – Palmdale Individual Table Seat – $68.00

First Class – Bay Biscayne: $98.00

Parking

Boarding for this event occurs at the historic Atlantic Coast Line Depot at 12 Park Street in Lake Placid, Florida. This historic depot is maintained by the Lake Placid Historical Society. Parking for the event is available throughout town through both on-street and off-street parking options - a map showing parking and boarding instructions will be emailed to you with your tickets.

Accommodations

Due to its historic design, Sugar Express is not ADA-accessible. The excursion cars feature steep steps, narrow hallways and doorways, and small restrooms, which may pose challenges for guests with limited mobility. Passengers with limited mobility need to be aware of these limitations and should expect such situations, and should contact us for planning and accommodations.

Safety

Due to the unique railroad environment passengers travel in, all guests must wear sturdy, comfortable shoes, and should not wear flip-flops, sandals, or open-toed or high-heeled shoes. Boarding and detraining sites may have uneven footing, large heavy gravel, and high steps, and walking is required at all locations. By purchasing and attending, you agree to review and accept our terms and conditions at the link below.

A favorite destination of our passengers, Lake Placid is known as both the Caladium Capital of the World and the Town of Murals for its 47 larger-than-life murals.