Halloween Train — Hocking Valley Scenic Railway

The Hocking Valley Scenic Railway runs its Halloween Train as an evening outing for the whole family, departing the Nelsonville Depot in Nelsonville, Ohio. The train travels up the historic Hocking Valley line to Haydenville and then on to Robbins Crossing, where everyone is encouraged to get off and visit a lighted and decorated village with multiple seasonal activities.

Once the train returns to the Nelsonville Depot, treats are available for the kids. The operator adds that a Hocking Valley Halloween Train is not complete without a walk through the Haunted Train Car. Costumes are highly recommended for everyone, as long as they are appropriate for all ages.

An evening ride of approximately two hours up the Hocking Valley line to Robbins Crossing, with time to get off and visit the lighted and decorated village and its seasonal activities. Back at the depot, treats are available for the kids and a Haunted Train Car can be walked through. All ages are welcome and costumes are highly recommended.

The train leaves from the Nelsonville Depot, 33 West Canal Street, Nelsonville, Ohio. The operator asks passengers to arrive no later than 30 minutes before departure, because the train leaves promptly. On arrival, come inside the depot to pick up hard copies of your tickets: the confirmation is not a ticket and paper tickets are needed to board. Soft drinks and food are permitted on board. The operator reserves the right to adjust its schedules and change motive power without advance warning, and highly recommends reservations. Children under 3 ride free on a lap. Reservations: 855-32-DEPOT; depot: 740-753-9531.