Mount Perry, OH
Zanesville & Western Scenic Railroad
3.9· 29 Google reviews
Trip at a Glance
Source checked 2026-08-25- TypeVolunteer nonprofit tourist train operating on approximately one mile near Mount Perry
- LocationMount Perry, OH
- Rating3.9 ★29 Google reviews
- UpcomingSat, Sep 26
- Typical rideThe operator describes the ride as about 40 minutes round trip
- Tickets & faresTickets may be purchased through the official FareHarbor path or at arrival; live inventory controls availability
About Zanesville & Western Scenic Railroad
Zanesville & Western Scenic Railroad is a volunteer nonprofit tourist-train operation near Mount Perry, Ohio. The Ohio Rail Development Commission identifies its legal leaseholder as Newark, Heath & Buckeye Lake Scenic Railway, doing business as Zanesville & Western Scenic Railroad, and states that public tourist rides currently use approximately one mile of the Glass Rock Branch. The operator describes the visitor trip as an approximately 40-minute out-and-back round trip through woods and farmland, with seasonal weekends and named events from August through December 2026. The live official schedule and FareHarbor are the final authorities for a particular departure.
Choose a Published Z&W Ride
Choose the visit that fits your groupFirst-time visitors, families, and travelers seeking a compact seasonal rail outing
Regular seasonal train rides
Choose a published noon-to-4 p.m. weekend date and expect departures on the hour unless the official event schedule says otherwise.
Families comparing named fall event dates
Hobo Camp, Family Weekend, and Pumpkin Train
Use the official event pages for four Hobo Camp dates, two Family Weekend dates, and eight October Pumpkin Train dates.
Adults age 21+ who want a specifically dated evening event
Wine Tasting
Four September evening dates are published for ages 21 and over; September 12 and 19 also have shorter normal train windows earlier in the day.
Veterans, history-focused visitors, and families planning a holiday ride
November and Santa rides
The schedule includes Veterans Day, A Coal Miner's Story, and six Santa Train dates through December 20.
Upcoming Events
Official schedule information
2026 special-event calendar
Schedule information was checked against the linked official source. Dates, availability, and operating conditions can change. Check the live official calendar ↗
Plan Your Visit
- ArriveArrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure, with additional margin for parking and crossing to boarding
- ParkingThe operator directs visitors to park across the street at 5705 State Route 204; follow current signs and staff directions
- AccessibilityA ramp accommodates most walkers, while narrow aisles limit wheelchair accommodation; use the official contact form before purchase for specific needs
- RestroomsA portable toilet is located on the boarding platform and is serviced weekly according to the FAQ
- BoardingPublic boarding is at 5700 State Route 204, Mount Perry, Ohio 43760
- DurationThe operator describes the ride as about 40 minutes round trip
- RouteThe visitor ride is an out-and-back trip through woods and farmland; scenery and exact operating conditions can change
- Operation LengthORDC states that current public tourist rides use approximately one mile near Mount Perry, not the full 14.8-mile state corridor
- TicketsTickets may be purchased through the official FareHarbor path or at arrival; live inventory controls availability
- Regular FaresThe official page lists $10 adults, $7 children ages 3–13, and free admission for children age 2 and under
- Special FaresWine Tasting is listed for ages 21+ at $50 per person or $95 for two; Veterans ride free November 7; Santa donation discounts are handled at check-in under the published terms
- SeatingThe operator publishes outdoor bench seating and indoor padded vintage coach seating; assignment can vary by date and event
- PetsWell-behaved leashed dogs are permitted when comfortable around others; visitors must clean up after them
- ContactNo public phone or email was published on the reviewed official page; use the operator's contact form
- EquipmentThe reviewed current sources do not identify guaranteed motive power or a current roster; do not infer a locomotive or consist from historical names or images
Find the Depot
The Trains
The current operator FAQ supports only two visitor-facing seating facts: outside bench seating and inside padded vintage coach seating. It also states that a ramp accommodates most walkers but narrow aisles limit wheelchair accommodation. The reviewed official schedule and ORDC packet do not identify current motive power, a current operating roster, or a guaranteed consist. This guide therefore makes no locomotive, fuel, model, car-count, or equipment-assignment claim.
History
Ohio acquired the Glass Rock Branch from Conrail as part of the Ohio Southern transaction.
ORDC identifies 1996 as the last freight traffic on the full Glass Rock Branch.
The branch lease to Newark, Heath & Buckeye Lake Scenic Railway, doing business as Z&W, began.
ORDC documented a current approximately one-mile public tourist operation near Mount Perry within the wider 14.8-mile corridor.
Z&W published a full visitor schedule from August through December on its official site.
See full history
The Glass Rock Branch is a 14.8-mile state-owned corridor acquired from Conrail in 1982. ORDC says freight traffic ended in 1996 and that Newark, Heath & Buckeye Lake Scenic Railway, doing business as Zanesville & Western Scenic Railroad, has leased the branch since 2008. The current public tourist ride uses approximately one mile near Mount Perry. ORDC's wider-corridor condition and ownership work must not be presented as the distance or route of the visitor excursion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do Z&W trains board?
At 5700 State Route 204, Mount Perry, Ohio 43760. Parking is across the street at 5705 State Route 204.
How long is the ride?
The official FAQ describes an approximately 40-minute out-and-back round trip.
Does the public train travel the full 14.8-mile Glass Rock corridor?
No. ORDC states that current tourist rides operate on approximately one mile near Mount Perry. The 14.8-mile figure describes the full state corridor.
How much are regular tickets?
The reviewed official page lists $10 adults, $7 children ages 3–13, and free admission for children age 2 and under. Special-event prices and live inventory can differ.
What seating is offered?
The operator lists outdoor bench seats and indoor padded vintage coach seating. Event restrictions and assignment can vary.
Can the railroad accommodate a wheelchair?
The operator says a ramp accommodates most walkers but wheelchair access is limited by narrow aisles. Use the official contact form before purchase for a specific need.
What locomotive pulls the train?
The current reviewed sources do not identify guaranteed motive power or a current roster. Do not plan around a particular locomotive or historical image.
When should I arrive?
At least 15 minutes before departure, plus enough time to use the separate parking address and reach boarding safely.
Are pets and restrooms available?
The FAQ permits well-behaved leashed dogs and says a portable toilet is on the boarding platform. Recheck event-specific rules.
How many 2026 dates remain after August 25?
The official schedule publishes 28 distinct service dates from August 29 through December 20. Use FareHarbor for current availability.
Sources & Verification
Source-checked August 25, 2026. This free profile has not yet been claimed or confirmed by the operator.
- Official Z&W homepage for identity, complete 2026 schedule, pricing, tickets, boarding, parking, ride duration, seating, access, pets, restroom, and contact form
- Official FareHarbor catalog linked by Z&W for current ticket inventory and checkout
- Ohio Rail Development Commission packet for legal operator identity, lease, one-mile public operation, 14.8-mile corridor, ownership, history, and condition distinction
- Official Hobo Camp page linked from the 2026 schedule
- Official Family Weekend page linked from the 2026 schedule
- Official Wine Tasting page linked from the 2026 schedule
- Official Pumpkin Train page linked from the 2026 schedule
- Official Veterans Day page linked from the 2026 schedule
- Official A Coal Miner's Story page linked from the 2026 schedule
- Official Santa Train page linked from the 2026 schedule
