Did you know that there are actually several different train rides you can take in Ohio? (Be sure to check out this list.) Although not all of Ohio’s scenic railroads are currently open due to COVID-19 precautions, Hocking Valley Scenic Railway is featuring socially distant rides you can take this summer. It’s a great way to get out, have some fun with the family, and stay close to home.

Take in the beauty of one of Ohio’s most scenic regions with a ride aboard the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway this summer.

Hocking Valley Scenic Railway/Facebook You’ll find the train depot along E Canal Street in Nelsonville.

Operating train rides through the Hocking River Valley between East Logan and Nelsonville, this scenic railway features several holiday and seasonal events throughout the year.

Hocking Valley Scenic Railway/Facebook During normal hours of operation, trains also operate every Saturday and Sunday between Memorial Day and the last weekend of October.

This year, the railway is offering socially distant rides with limited seating on Saturdays and Sundays.

Hocking Valley Scenic Railway/Facebook Please note: All guests are encouraged to wear masks and social distance.

You’ll embark on your journey aboard a 100-year-old steam locomotive and pass through brick kilns, canal locks and other remnants of Ohio history.

Hocking Valley Scenic Railway/Facebook For more information about this year’s train rides or to purchase tickets, visit the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway website.

Rides last approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes and departure times vary on the day of your trip.

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Have you ever taken a train ride with Hocking Valley Scenic Railway before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

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You’ll find the train depot along E Canal Street in Nelsonville.

During normal hours of operation, trains also operate every Saturday and Sunday between Memorial Day and the last weekend of October.

Please note: All guests are encouraged to wear masks and social distance.

For more information about this year’s train rides or to purchase tickets, visit the Hocking Valley Scenic Railway website.

To stay up to date on trips, policies and more, follow Hocking Valley Scenic Railway on Facebook.

For more train rides in Ohio, check out our previous article: 8 Epic Train Rides In Ohio That Will Give You An Unforgettable Experience.

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Address: Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, 33 W Canal St, Nelsonville, OH 45764, USA