The Depot Cafe opened its doors in June of 2006, heralding a renewed celebration of the Milwaukee Road. Inspiring nostalgia and introducing a new generation to the taste of history. The South Cle Elum Depot also houses a Milwaukee Road memorabilia museum, complete with a restored ticket booth and scale model railroad display. The grounds include an interpretive trail, and, as part of the Washington's Ironhorse State Park, is an excellent starting point or rest stop along the John Wayne Pioneer Trail.