Wilmington & Western Railroad

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🍂 2026 fall foliage season

Wilmington & Western Railroad Autumn Leaf Special 2026

Wilmington, DE

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Wilmington & Western Railroad runs Autumn Leaf Special for the 2026 season from Wilmington, DE. Steam or diesel round-trip from Greenbank Station through Delaware's Red Clay Valley to Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove or Hockessin. The 2026 calendar typically runs october–november; firm dates haven't been posted yet. Tickets are listed at $22. Peak color in the Red Clay Valley typically falls mid-to-late October.

2026 dates

October–November

Not yet posted — operator typically publishes in summer.

Price range

$22

Peak color

Peak color in the Red Clay Valley typically falls mid-to-late October

Where to stay

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Frequently asked

Where does the train depart from?
Greenbank Station, 2201 Newport Gap Pike (Route 41 North), Wilmington, DE 19808.
What route options are offered?
Either a 1.5-hour trip to Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove or a 2.5-hour trip to Hockessin.
Is it steam or diesel?
Powered by steam or diesel depending on the date.

More about Wilmington & Western Railroad

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