From Tracks to Trails: The Ultimate Fall Foliage Day Trip
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Want to experience fall by foot and train?
Join us for this unique adventure combining historic railway travel with a beautiful trail hike during peak foliage season. You’ll travel through the heart of the Ozarks on a historic railway, then explore one of Arkansas’s most beautiful trails during peak foliage season.
Enjoy the autumn in two of the best possible ways.
THE DEETS
📅 Saturday, October 25, 2025 | Wednesday, October 29, 2025 | Saturday, November 8, 2025 | Saturday, November 15, 2025
🕐 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
📍 Meet up at The Motto | 229 South Main Street, Bentonville, AR 72712
🔗 Saturday, October 25
🔗 Wednesday, October 29
🔗 Saturday, November 8
🔗 Saturday, November 15
🔗 More info
What to Expect in this Adventure
Brought to you by 37 North Expeditions, the Fall Foliage Train Ride + Hike is a full-day adventure that combines the best of scenic railway travel and outdoor exploration. The adventure starts with a 70 mile round trip train excursion that will take you through the ruggedly beautiful Boston Mountain range of the Ozarks, over three valley trestles and through the 1700-foot long Winslow tunnel for some of the most breathtaking scenery you are likely to see in The Natural State.
After the train ride, you’ll head to Devil’s Den to hike the Yellow Rock Overlook which is an easy to moderate 2.7 mile loop with an overlook that will give foliage views of the Lee Creek Valley.
Itinerary
- 9:00 AM: Arrive to the Motto no later than this time
- 9:15 AM: Depart for Railway Station
- 10:30: Arrive at Railway Station
- 11:00 AM: Depart on train ride
- 2:15 PM: Arrive back at Railway Station
- 2:30 PM: Depart for Devil’s Den State Park
- 3:15 PM: Arrive at Yellow Rock Overlook trail and begin hike
- 4:45 PM: Depart for the Motto
- 5:45 PM: Arrive back at the Motto
What to Bring
One last thing before departure: pack like a pro. Bring comfortable hiking shoes, dress in layers, and don’t forget your camera for those picture-perfect moments. This experience stands out because you’ll witness and experience fall from two completely different perspectives.
See you there, NWA!
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