Many of Alberta’s earliest communities grew up around the railway. Today, Aspen Crossing sits astride one of the few stretches of ex-CP Rail line that the public can journey over. Alberta’s rich heritage and expansive prairie landscapes create a stunning backdrop for many unique and fun rail adventures, from a champagne brunch to a 1980s retro train. Check the website to see when and a selection of train excursions. A combination of elements – from an historic 1887 dining car, a tavern in a heritage prairie home, the replica train station with it’s fun and quirky gift shop, big rig friendly RV sites, glamping caboose cabins, fully stocked campground store and a train excursion for every taste – make Aspen Crossing a wonderful stop on your Alberta explorations. In October, Aspen is a frightful sight, with the Halloween ‘Train of Terror.’ Around Christmas the POLAR EXPRESS™ train ride to the North Pole has been delighting kids, parents and grandparents, for many years. Book your tickets early. Aspen Crossing - it’s a prairie oasis where family and friends come together to reconnect and create treasured memories. Come and celebrate our railway ties!