Fall is the most magical time of the year in Ohio. There's no better way to embrace the season than to board a scenic railway and take in the beauty of Ohio's fall foliage. From fall color tours to pumpkin patch train rides, here are seven ridiculously charming fall train rides in Ohio you'll want to take. Mark your calendars, call your friends, and get your tickets now.

1. Lebanon Mason and Monroe Railroad Fall Flyer (Lebanon)

Take a 1 hour and 15-minute journey between Lebanon and Hageman Junction and observe the beauty of autumn in Warren County. For departure dates, tickets, and other information, visit the LM&M Railroad website. This is one of the best fall train rides you can take.

2. Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation Pumpkin Train (Findlay)

At the Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation in Findlay, Ohio, there’s a Pumpkin Train the whole family will enjoy. The Pumpkin Train leads to the pumpkin patch, where you can select, pick up and load your pumpkin onto the train. For more information, including tickets and dates for upcoming Pumpkin Train rides, visit the Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation website. This is one of the best family-friendly railroad trips you can take.

3. Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (Peninsula)

Trains depart on select dates in October, giving guests the chance to take in Ohio's fall foliage within its very own national park. It's one of the most scenic fall train rides in the state. (Please note: Train rides are not offered on Mondays.) You can also enjoy cocktails on the rails, brunch, or a murder mystery dinner via the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad and its special events. For more information about this year's fall train rides, visit the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad website.

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4. Lorain and West Virginia Railway Fall Color Tour (Wellington)

You can take a Fall Color Tour, a Pumpkin Patch Train, and a Wine on Rails ride on select dates in the fall aboard the Lorain & West Virginia Railway. For tickets, departure dates, and other information, visit the Lorain and West Virginia Railway website.

5. Hocking Valley Scenic Railway (Nelsonville)

Looking for "fall foliage train rides near me?" Operating train rides through the Hocking River Valley between East Logan and Nelsonville, this scenic railway in Ohio features several holiday and seasonal events, as well. For more information, including upcoming rides and rates, visit the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway website.

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6. Pumpkim Hayride at Orrville Railroad Heritage Society (Orrville)

The Orrville Railroad Heritage Society features several train ride excursions and events open to the general public. The fall pumpkin train ride is a fan-favorite that generally takes on select dates in October. For a schedule of this year's special events and seasonal train rides, visit the Orrville Railroad Heritage Society website.

7. Ohio Railway Museum Ghost Trolley (Worthington)

This railroad, train station, and museum features an impressive collection of more than 30 historic pieces and rail memorabilia. On select dates in October, you can board The Ghost Trolley and view decorated rail cars. It's a fun Halloween event the whole family will love. For more information, visit the Ohio Railway Museum website.

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What do you think? Are you interested in boarding any of these scenic fall train rides in Ohio? Let us know!

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