Fact 1: Tweetsie Railroad opened in 1957 and is the only historic steam railroad park in North Carolina, offering scenic train rides through the mountains.
Fact 2: The park features the popular "Wild West Show," showcasing gunfight reenactments and family entertainment with a classic cowboy theme.
Fact 3: Tweetsie's one operating coaster, the "OWL coaster," offers a thrilling ride, while the now-defunct "Tornado" coaster delighted visitors for many years.
Updated: August 16, 2026