Fall is one of the most beautiful times to explore the outdoors in Pennsylvania and there’s no better way to find scenic foliage than on an awesome autumn train trip, so all aboard! Sit back, grab your camera, and enjoy the fall views on the most scenic train rides in PA.
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The Best Fall Train Rides in PA
Photo Credit: Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway via Facebook
1. Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway
Jim Thorpe
Experience a journey through the colorful, scenic hills of the Lehigh Gorge State Park in the Pocono Mountains on a vintage coach built as early as 1917 on the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway. This narrated 70-minute, 16-mile, round-trip ride follows the majestic Lehigh River over bridges, through Glen Onoko, and into the Lehigh Gorge State Park. During the fall season, enjoy a 45-minute fall train ride, offering beautiful scenery on the railway’s Autumn Leaf Train excursions. Choose from different riding experiences, including the Open Air Cars available through early November, and standard and crown-class coach seating. The Vista-Class Dome cars are not available for autumn leaf train rides.
2. Colebrookdale Railroad
Boyertown
Hop aboard the Colebrookdale Railroad for a fall foliage train ride through the vibrant colors of fall in Pennsylvania’s Americana Region. For some of the most stunning autumn foliage in the state, take the 90-minute, round-trip journey of the Autumn Splendor Fall Foliage rides every Sunday from September 20 - November 15, 2026. To make your ride even more memorable, reserve a spot on select excursions featuring family-friendly, seasonal train rides, a Secret Valley Expedition, or historical options to get a behind-the-scenes look of locomotives.
3. Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad
Titusville
Take a relaxing three-hour, round-trip excursion on the Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad fall foliage train ride, running Wednesdays through Sundays October 1- 16, 2026. As you travel through the heart of the Oil Heritage Region, take in breathtaking displays of autumn colors in Oil Creek State Park. Tickets sell out quickly, so be sure to reserve yours on their website today!
4. Northern Central Railway of York
New Freedom
Experience the beauty of fall in southern York County aboard the Northern Central Railway of York, a mainline in operation since 1838. On select dates in October and November, ride to Glen Rock (1 hour) or Hanover Junction (2.5 hours) on a diesel- or steam-powered engine – your choice! While aboard this fall train ride in PA, your conductor and brakeman will share fascinating stories about the history and development of the towns and villages you pass through.
5. Rockhill Trolley Museum
Rockhill
Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors of fall and capture stunning photos of historic trolleys this October at the Rockhill Trolley Museum for its biggest event of the year, the Fall Spectacular. Enjoy a full day of rides on their fully operational fleet of cars, including the crowd-favorite Liberty Liner! Check their Facebook page as more event details come available.
Photo Credit: New Hope Railroad via Facebook
6. New Hope Railroad
New Hope
There's no better way to experience the best fall foliage in the nation other than a historic rail car. With Bucks County named in recent years as a top fall foliage destination by Priceline, the New Hope Railroad offers an unforgettable two-hour autumn adventure as you journey through the countryside of Philadelphia.
7. Strasburg Rail Road
Ronks
Embrace the season on the oldest continuously operating railroad in the nation when you board Strasburg Rail Road for a fall foliage train tour in PA. Find fall all around as you ride through Lancaster County and participate in fall-themed events from Pumpkins in Paradise on September 26, 2026 to The Haunted of Pumpkin Junction in October.
8. Reading Blue Mountain & Northern Railroad
Reading
Celebrate more than 40 years of fall excursions aboard the Reading Blue Mountain & Northern Railroad. Choose from one of three starting stations - Reading, Pittston, or Pottsville - and journey to the fall foliage-filled Jim Thorpe for a day or weekend getaway.
9. West Chester Railroad
West Chester
While in West Chester this season, be sure to book your seat on West Chester Railroad's Fall Foliage Express to experience all of the fall splendor Chester and Delaware County have to offer. Enjoy a fall foliage excursion along the scenic Chester Creek Valley from the comfort of a heated, historic car.
Keep the fall adventure going. Discover more Pennsylvania trip ideas, hidden gems, and seasonal inspiration on the Visit PA website.