What could be a better autumn combination than a train ride, pumpkin patch, friendly goblins, hayrides, a first look at changing foliage, and a keepsake future jack-o-lantern for all? The Texas State Railroad totally has autumn covered for youngers with a Piney Woods Pumpkin Patch Adventure on weekends throughout October. All aboard for some fall fun!
The Pumpkin Patch Ride departs from the Rusk Depot, located about two hours southeast from Dallas.
Texas State Railroad/Facebook The drive there is spectacular by itself as Mother Nature starts its fall transformation.
Families have been enjoying time travel back to the era of passenger trains here for decades.
Texas State Railroad/Facebook This young family took a train trip here from Rusk Depot in 1977.
Young and old alike will enjoy the crisp fall air and historic train ride.
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The ride is 30 minutes to the pumpkin patch, so youngsters are kept entertained.
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East Texas fall foliage is spectacular to view for all ages.
Texas State Railroad/Facebook Leaves typically begin to change in late October.
The 90-minute layover includes all sorts of fall activities.
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Storytelling, hayrides, seasonal music, and trick-or-treating are among the activities there.
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Don’t forget to snap a few pumpkin patch photos.
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Kids get to choose their very own keepsake pumpkin from the patch!
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The spirit of the season is maintained on the ride back with festivities on board.
Texas State Railroad/Facebook Longer train rides and meal services are offered for adults at other times. Special seasonal events are held by Texas State Railroad throughout the year; be sure to check out the always-popular Polar Express!
Purchase your ticket here for a special way to celebrate all-things autumn with your family.
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The drive there is spectacular by itself as Mother Nature starts its fall transformation.
This young family took a train trip here from Rusk Depot in 1977.
Texas State Railroad Website
Leaves typically begin to change in late October.
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Costumes are welcomed!
Longer train rides and meal services are offered for adults at other times. Special seasonal events are held by Texas State Railroad throughout the year; be sure to check out the always-popular Polar Express!
Have you taken this festive fall train ride? Share your photos with us in the comments!
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