Posted in Ohio
September 25, 2018
7 Ridiculously Charming Train Rides To Take In Ohio This Fall
Fall is the most magical time of the year in Ohio.
There’s no better way to embrace the season than to board a scenic railway and take in the beauty of Ohio’s fall foliage. From fall color tours to pumpkin patch train rides, here are 7 ridiculously charming train rides you’ll want to take in Ohio this fall. Mark your calendars, call your friends and get your tickets now.
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Take a 1 hour and 15 minute journey between Lebanon and Hageman Junction and observe the beauty of autumn in Warren County. For departure dates, tickets and other information, click here.
At the Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation in Findlay, Ohio, there’s a Pumpkin Train the whole family will enjoy. The Pumpkin Train leads to the pumpkin patch, where you can select, pick up and load your pumpkin onto the train. This year, the Pumpkin Train will run from September 22 - October 21, every Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. For more information, click here.
Trains depart 6 days a week in October, giving you the chance to take in Ohio's fall foliage within its very own national park. (Please note: Train rides are not offered on Mondays.) You can also enjoy cocktails on the rails, brunch or a murder mystery dinner via the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad and its special events. For more information about this year's October trains, click here.
You can take a Fall Color Tour, a Pumpkin Patch train and a Wine on Rails ride on select dates in October aboard the Lorain & West Virginia Railway. For tickets, departure dates and other information, click here.
Operating train rides through the Hocking River Valley between East Logan and Nelsonville, this scenic railway features several holiday and seasonal events as well. Trains also operate every Saturday and Sunday between Memorial Day and the last weekend of October. For more information click here.
The Orrville Railroad Heritage Society features several train ride excursions and events open to the general public. This year, Jumpin' Pumpkin Jamboree takes place on October 27. For a schedule of this year's events and train rides, click here.
This railroad, train station and museum features an impressive collection of more than 30 pieces. On select dates in October, you can board The Ghost Trolley and view decorated rail cars. It's a fun Halloween event the whole family will love. For more information, click here.
What do you think? Are you interested in boarding any of these fall trains? Let us know!
For more train fun in Ohio, check out our previous article: This Dreamy Train-Themed Trip Through Ohio Will Take You On The Journey Of A Lifetime.
