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The Great Pumpkin Train

All Aboard the Great Pumpkin Train!

In October, every ride becomes a magical fall adventure with Delaware River Railroad Excursions — The Great Pumpkin Train!

Experience the beauty of peak autumn along the scenic Delaware River during New Jersey's most colorful season. Board our historic train in Phillipsburg, NJ, and enjoy a relaxing journey through stunning fall foliage.

Weekend Departures (October 4–26, 2026):

• 10:00 AM
• 12:00 PM
• 2:00 PM
• 4:00 PM

Two Ways to Enjoy the Day

1. Full Adventure Stop — Disembark at Snyders Station (home to the Susquehanna Mining Company and our seasonal Corn Maze). Spend nearly 2 hours on site:

   • Gem Panning at the Susquehanna Mining Company — A must-do for every passenger! Join a short, hilarious (yet tragically funny) tour of the mine's history. One lucky miner pushes the plunger to "blow the mine"! Each participant gets a basic bag of mining "rough" and learns to pan for real gemstones (rubies, amethysts, crystals, and more) to take home. Upgrade with specialty bags on site. Browse the gift shop for minerals, souvenirs, and snacks.
   • Picnic Grove Perfection — Relax in our shaded grove under three gigantic pine trees — bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the peaceful countryside setting. Plenty of time to eat, play, and explore!
   • Corn Maze Challenge — Play the game where getting lost is half the fun! Two unique mazes (new designs each year) with two games: Hunt for checkpoints (6 in the small maze, 7–12 in the large) and punch out corn kernels on your map to win prizes.
   • Giant games like checkers, tetherball, horseshoes, and cornhole are free!

   (Mine and Maze tickets available as add-ons during booking or on site — just $6 for Mine, $5 for Maze!)

2. Scenic Ride Only — If you prefer a shorter trip, stay aboard for the full beautiful round-trip ride along the river — no worries, every train stops at the Pumpkin Patch on the way home!

Free Pumpkin for Every Child!

All trains pause at our charming pumpkin patch in a picturesque glade in front of the historic Carpentersville Lime Kilns — the oldest and largest surviving lime kilns in New Jersey, dating back before the Revolutionary War! Kids (and adults!) hop off to pick their own free pumpkin — a perfect fall souvenir to take home.

Ticket Info Base fares: ~$21 adult / $15 child (exact prices and add-ons at booking). A full day of fall fun, history, gems, mazes, and pumpkins — all for one affordable price!

Book now for an unforgettable autumn memory-maker.