Tweetsie Railroad – As the Carolina’s first theme park, Tweetsie Railroad is a unique attraction where guests can relive the Wild West featuring a ride through the Blue Ridge Mountains on a historic steam locomotive. Children of all ages enjoy western themed shows, amusement rides, shopping, panning for gold, and the animals in the Deer Park Zoo. Hours vary by Season, visit www.tweetsie for current schedule. Open 9am–6pm Fri.–Sun., early April through May. Open seven days a week from Memorial Day through late August. Fri.–Sun. late Aug. through Oct. Select Fri. & Sat. evenings, Sept.–Dec. 877-TWEETSIE (877-893-3874)