An October outing near Hocking Hills
Hocking Valley fall foliage train ride
Nelsonville, OH
Skip to ticket infoSource review 2026-09-30: Planning an October outing near Hocking Hills? The railway describes an approximately two-hour excursion from Nelsonville. Confirm your train date before arranging the rest of your visit.
A little planning. A full fall day.
Make the train the heart of your October outing
This guide focuses on the autumn visit. For the railway’s wider story, equipment and year-round trips, use the full railroad guide.
Start with your train date
Build your October outing around a confirmed departure. Check the railway calendar before committing to lodging or other plans.
Leave room for the day
Allow for the approximately two-hour ride and early boarding. Keep any additional Hocking Hills plans flexible rather than scheduling back-to-back activities.
Let autumn set the pace
Check the weather before you leave and bring layers. Leaf color varies with conditions; a fall departure is not a guarantee of peak foliage.
Before you go
- Board in Nelsonville
- 33 West Canal Street, Nelsonville, Ohio 45764.
- Allow time before departure
- Arrive at least 30 minutes early and collect paper tickets at the depot.
- Wheelchair access
- Capacity is limited. Reserve a wheelchair ticket and allow 45–60 minutes for boarding.
- Dress for the weather
- Coaches are heated as needed; open-air cars depend on weather.
Make a trip of it
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Where to stay
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