Wilmington & Western Railroad Autumn Leaf Special 2026

Wilmington, DE

Plan a seasonal visit to Wilmington & Western Railroad in Wilmington, DE. Current dates and program details need an operator recheck. Earlier listing: Steam or diesel round-trip from Greenbank Station through Delaware's Red Clay Valley to Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove or Hockessin. Current-season dates have not been independently checked here. The operator may already have published its calendar. Peak color in the Red Clay Valley typically falls mid-to-late October.

Previously listed schedule

October–November

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Ticket details

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Peak color

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

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Frequently asked

Where does the train depart from?

Earlier listing, awaiting an operator recheck: Greenbank Station, 2201 Newport Gap Pike (Route 41 North), Wilmington, DE 19808.

What route options are offered?

Earlier listing, awaiting an operator recheck: Either a 1.5-hour trip to Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove or a 2.5-hour trip to Hockessin.

Is it steam or diesel?

Earlier listing, awaiting an operator recheck: Powered by steam or diesel depending on the date.

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