Tiny Town and Tiny Town Railroad: A Big Surprise in a Small Package
Out of his desire to create the ultimate gift for his daughter, George Turner spent five years building a miniature town and train station he named Turnerville. The personal gift quickly became a local attraction. After disastrous floods and fires, the town and train station eventually became a non-profit venture. Although new owners renamed it Tiny Town and Tiny Town Railroad and gave it a new look, it continues to be a major attraction in Morrison, Colorado.
Tucked away in a mountainous valley, The Tiny Town and Tiny Town Railroad's name is derived from the fact that the three trains and more than 100 town buildings are smaller than normal size (one-sixth their normal size, to be exact). Tourists are able to take a ride through the town on a power-driven train.
Admission to The Tiny Town and Tiny Town Railroad varies according to age. All adults pay $5, children between the ages of 2 and 12 pay $3, and children under 2-years old are admitted at no cost. Train fare at The Tiny Town and Tiny Town Railroad is also inexpensive. Everyone pays $1 to ride the miniature trains.
During the summer months (end of May — beginning of September), The Tiny Town and Tiny Town Railroad tourist attraction receives visitors every day from 10:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.. The tourist attraction is only open on the weekends from 10:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. through most of the months of May and September. The Tiny Town and Tiny Town Railroad amusement area is closed during April and October.
