Zanesville & Western
Scenic Railroad

The Zanesville and Western Scenic Railroad provides a tourist destination in Southeast Ohio, offering passenger train excursions on an exceptionally scenic and historic rail line known as the Glass Rock Spur.

Train Bridge

Our Operating Schedule - Click An Event To Learn More

Train runs all Saturdays and Sundays, August through October, 12 to 4pm, with some dates in November and December. Inside and outside seating available, except as noted below. Train departs at each hour.

View the full 2025 operation schedule below and plan your next trip. We hope to see you there!

August

  • 2nd - 3rd

    Dog Daze of Summer

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

  • 9th - 10th

    Hobo Camp

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

  • 16th - 17th

    Back to School Daze

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

    *Kids 13 and under ride free

  • 23rd - 24th

    Dog Daze of Summer

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

September

  • 6th - 7th

    Hobo Camp

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

  • 12th

    Wine Tasting

    6:00pm

    *Inside seating only, 21 and older

  • 13th

    Wine Tasting

    6:00pm

    *Inside seating only, 21 and older

  • 13th - 14th

    12:00pm - 3:00pm on the 13th

  • 20th - 21st

    Train Robbery Show

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

    *Inside seating only

  • 26th

    Wine Tasting

    6:00pm

    *Inside seating only, 21 and older

  • 27th

    Wine Tasting

    6:00pm

    *Inside seating only, 21 and older

  • 27th - 28th

    12:00pm - 3:00pm on the 27th

October

  • 4th - 5th

    Pumpkin Train

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

  • 11th - 12th

    Pumpkin Train

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

  • 18th - 19th

    Pumpkin Train

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

  • 25th - 26th

    Pumpkin Train

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

November

  • 1st

    A Coal Miner's Story

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

    *Inside seating only

  • 8th

    Veterans's Day

    12:00pm - 4:00pm

    Veterans ride free

December

  • 6th - 7th

    Santa Train Event

    1:00pm - 6:00pm

  • 13th - 14th

    Santa Train Event

    1:00pm - 6:00pm

  • 20th - 21st

    Santa Train Event

    1:00pm - 6:00pm

Pricing

Tickets may be purchases beforehand or at the time of arrival.
Adults: $10.00
Children 3-13: $7.00
Children 2 & Under: Free

Santa Train Event Pricing

Bring a new unwrapped children’s toy in the original packaging or a food donation – $10 or $7 with a donation
14 years and up - $10 or $7 with donation**
3-13 years old - $7 or $4 with a donation **
**People who purchase tickets online will receive a discount at check-in if they bring a donation

Wine Tasting Event Pricing

Age 21 and up only, $50 per person, or $95 for two people.

Group Event Pricing

Please Contact Us to get specific pricing for your group event.

See What Others Are Saying

Cheryl Russel

The train ride was fabulous. All the volunteers were great. Very knowledgeable and friendly. We loved it!!

G. Hoss

Very nice experience. Highly recommend taking time to enjoy the ride.

Matthew LePage

Kids loved it and I enjoyed to. Not a long ride but still a good time.

Nessa D.

It was fun. The train went very slow. The staff was the best!

Patrick Lindsay

Good time for the price and the lil kids loved it

Group Events

We are happy to accommodate group events such as:

  • School Groups
  • Birthday Parties
  • Church Groups
  • Family Outings
  • Weddings
  • Retirement parties
  • Family Reunions
  • And Many More!

Fill out our Contact Form to let us know what type of event you are interested in, and what dates you would prefer.

Know Before You Go

Our frequently asked questions and some other info you might need

What is the train schedule?

Where can I purchase tickets?

Where are you located?

How long is the train ride?

When should we get there?

Where does the train go?

What kind of seating is there?

Is the train handicap accessible?

Do you offer group events?

Is there a restroom on the train?

Can I work on the railroad?

Get in touch

We would love to hear from you! Fill out a contact form and we will respond as soon as possible.

Address

5705 SR-204

Mt Perry, OH 43760

Map of Eastern Ohio