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Pumpkin Train — Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum

  • Run by Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum
  • Chehalis-Centralia Railroad Depot — Chehalis, Washington, United States

Next: Oct 10–11, 2026

A harvest-themed, 75-minute round trip from the Chehalis depot in Washington to Milburn, with costumes encouraged, goody bags and a pumpkin for children under 12.

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Oct 10–11, 2026

Saturday and Sunday. Trains at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.; 75-minute round trip to Milburn.

From $16 (as published by the operator)

About this event

The Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum in Chehalis, Washington, runs its Pumpkin Train as a harvest-themed activity for all ages. Trains are decorated for fall, and children as well as adults are encouraged to wear costumes to help create a Halloween atmosphere.

Each excursion is a round trip of about 75 minutes to Milburn. The operator says that children under 12 each receive a goody bag of treats and choose their own pumpkin. There are no meal options on the event, but snacks and beverages can be bought at the depot and a food vendor is on site before and after the rides.

The railroad says online reservations are necessary because of the popularity of these trains, and warns that there is no heater on board. Passengers are asked to arrive half an hour before departure, and parking is free. The railroad lists limited wheelchair accessibility, with pre-boarding available.

What to expect

A 75-minute round trip to Milburn on a fall-decorated train. Children and adults are encouraged to wear costumes. Children under 12 get a goody bag and choose a pumpkin. Snacks and drinks are sold at the depot, and a food vendor is on site before and after the rides. There is no heater on board, so dress for the weather.

Practical info

Departs from the Chehalis depot, 1101 SW Sylvenus Street, Chehalis, Washington. Online reservations are necessary. Arrive half an hour before departure; parking is free. There is no heater on board. All trains have limited wheelchair accessibility, with pre-boarding available, 24-inch passageways and ramps to the depot and the train; the parking lot is gravel, and an ADA restroom is at the depot only. Phone: (360) 748-9593.

Where it happens

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the Pumpkin Train?▾
All train excursions are approximately 75 minutes long, as a round trip to Milburn.
Do children get a pumpkin?▾
The operator says kids under 12 each receive a goody bag of treats and choose their own pumpkin.
Should we wear costumes?▾
Yes, children as well as adults are encouraged to wear costumes and help create a fun-filled Halloween atmosphere. The trains are decorated for fall festivities.
Do we need to book ahead?▾
Online reservations are necessary due to the popularity of these trains, and passengers are asked to arrive half an hour prior to departure.
Is there food or a heater on the train?▾
There are no meal options with this event, but snacks and beverages can be bought at the depot, and a food vendor is on site before and after the rides. There is no heater on board, so dress appropriately for the weather.
Is the train wheelchair accessible?▾
All trains have limited wheelchair accessibility, with pre-boarding available. The operator lists 24-inch passageways, ramps to the depot and the train, a gravel parking lot, ADA parking, and an ADA restroom at the depot only.

Sources

Dates checked on Oct 3, 2026 from the official site: steamtrainride.com. Schedules can change — always confirm with the operator before you travel.

Official website: steamtrainride.com

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