Dollywood is home to a real, coal-fired steam train you can actually ride 🚂 The Dollywood Express isn’t a replica, it’s an authentic historic locomotive, powered the old-fashioned way with coal. As it winds through the Smoky Mountains, you’ll hear the whistle, smell the steam, and yes… it even shoots out real soot and ashes, just like trains did back in the day. It’s a rare, hands-on piece of living history and one of the most unique experiences in the park. familytravel tennessee travel themeparks