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Admission from $26.
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway operates historic train rides from Nelsonville, Ohio, along a 150-plus-year-old railroad route through the Hocking Valley. Visitors board diesel or steam locomotives for round-trip journeys that showcase the Hocking River and regional scenery. The East Logan train ride, the railway's most popular offering, departs regularly and includes stops at Robbins Crossing Historical Village, a historic site operated by Hocking College. Seasonal train rides feature fall foliage routes and themed experiences such as Halloween trains and elegant dinner trains. The railway also operates special steam locomotive charters and spotting excursions. A non-profit organization founded in 1972, the railway has restored numerous historic locomotives, passenger cars and railroad equipment for public education and entertainment. The attraction suits families and railroad enthusiasts seeking scenic rides and historical experiences. Tickets are sold online through the venue's website.
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Prices quoted for Oct 11
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Hours: Mon–Wed: Closed; Thu–Fri: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM; Sat: 9:00 – 10:30 AM, 12:30 – 2:00 PM, 4:00 – 5:30 PM; Sun: 9:00 – 10:30 AM, 12:30 – 2:00 PMHours via Google Maps
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2 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
Oct 23 – 31Event
The Halloween Train departs Nelsonville Depot at 6 p.m. on four dates in late October. Families ride to Haydenville and Robbins Crossing to visit a lighted decorated village, enjoy seasonal activities, and walk through a haunted train car before returning for treats.
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“departing the Nelsonville Depot four dates at 6 p.m. on Oct. 23, 24, 30 and 31”
Nov 28 – Dec 20Event
The Santa Train runs Thursday through Sunday from late November to mid-December. Santa boards each train to visit children, who receive candy canes. Daytime departures leave at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; evening trains depart at 6 p.m. on select dates.
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“the Santa Train, has been a long-standing family tradition for over four Decades — 40+ years of family fun! These ever-popular trains begin Saturday, Nov. 28, and continue each day Thursday-Sunday through Dec. 20”
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway publishes its own offers, and when hvsry.org was last read, on , there was none.
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