The Big South Fork Scenic Railway offers an excursion to Blue Heron which is an abandoned coal mining town. The excursion is 3 hours total with 45 minutes on the train each way and 90 minutes exploring the abandoned Mine 18. They also offer other themed events including Fall Color Runs, Murder Mystery Train, Blue Heron Ghost Mine, and the Polar express. Please click the link above to get the latest schedule and offerings from their website.