Cass Scenic Railroad State Park

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🍂 2026 fall foliage season

Cass Scenic Railroad State Park Bald Knob Trip 2026

Cass, WV

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Cass Scenic Railroad State Park runs Bald Knob Trip for the 2026 season from Cass, WV. Steam-powered 5-hour climb up Cheat Mountain to Bald Knob — the second highest point in West Virginia — with a cold-cut lunch included. 2026 dates are May–October 2026 (fall rates begin September 16, 2026). Tickets are listed at $65–$95. Peak color at Bald Knob (elev. 4,842 ft) typically arrives early in the season, with valley color following in mid-October.

2026 dates

May–October 2026 (fall rates begin September 16, 2026)

Price range

$65–$95

Peak color

Peak color at Bald Knob (elev. 4,842 ft) typically arrives early in the season, with valley color following in mid-October.

Where to stay

Bookings through this map support usatrainrides at no extra cost.

Rent a car

Most heritage railroad depots sit well off the interstate. Picking up a rental at the nearest airport is usually the easiest way in.

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Book on the operator

Tickets are sold by Cass Scenic Railroad State Park via operator website — this is the only link on this page that leaves usatrainrides.

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Frequently asked

How long is the Bald Knob trip?
About 5 hours roundtrip, covering roughly 22 miles.
What's included with my ticket?
A cold-cut lunch is included per ticket.
Why are fall fares higher?
The park notes fall rates increase by $10 starting September 16, 2026.

More about Cass Scenic Railroad State Park

Year-round schedule, equipment, and visitor info live on the operator's full page.

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