The Pumpkin Patch Express
All aboard for fall fun! There’s no better way to celebrate the season than by climbing aboard a historic Virginia & Truckee train bound for the Gold Hill pumpkin patch. As the vintage cars rumble down the 150-year-old rail line, you’ll take in crisp autumn air, brilliant fall colors, and sweeping views of the Comstock hills before arriving at the pumpkin patch—fall’s ultimate playground. By day, it’s a cheerful ride to Gold Hill’s pumpkin patch where kids of all ages can find the perfect pumpkin to carve, cook, or proudly display on your porch. But don’t miss our special Dusk Trains, where you can pick your pumpkin as the sun sets and the shadows grow long.
These pumpkin trains are a treasured family tradition and a great value too. Kids of all ages will love the adventure—toddlers age 4 and under ride free (and for a small fee can pick their own pumpkin). Children ages 5–12 enjoy discounted fares, while adults can choose from pumpkin or no-pumpkin tickets. It’s a memorable outing that combines the magic of train travel with the fun of fall harvest.
And while you’re planning your pumpkin adventure, here are a few larger-than-life pumpkin facts to wow your fellow passengers:
Size of the largest pumpkin pie ever made: Over 5 feet in diameter and weighed over 350 lbs.
Weight of the largest pumpkin ever grown: 1,810 lbs.
Step back in time, ride the rails, and make this fall unforgettable with a trip to the Gold Hill pumpkin patch.
