Pumpkin Patch Express

This Event has no scheduled dates at this time. It last occurred on Sunday, October 27, 2024.
Virginia & Truckee Railroad, Pumpkin Patch Express
Event Description: 

The pumpkin patch is fall’s ultimate playground, so it’s the perfect time to catch a train to the Gold Hill pumpkin patch and pick your special pumpkin to carve or cook in the fall sunshine. And for kids who like a little more of scare, check out our Pumpkin Patch dusk trains at 5 p.m. These trains are a delightful tradition for kids of all ages.

While you make your pumpkin plans, there are some important facts about these over-sized squashes you may want to know. Other than being a symbol of Halloween, here’s a cornucopia of gourd facts and stats you may not have known!

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.

Ticket purchase required
Price: 
From $8 to $25

Where is the event?

Virginia & Truckee Railroad (See address and directions on the rightbelow)