Travel to the city of Peninsula. It is there that you can sign on for a scenic train ride on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad. Here you can soak up the sights of distinct dogwoods and sugar maples that have turned tints of yellow, orange, and scarlet.
This loop route takes roughly three and a half hours and carries you through the often-overlooked Cuyahoga Valley National Park. It has actually been in operation since sometime in 1880. Visit the dining car if you would care to enjoy dinner with a view. You may also enjoy participating in such special events as paint and sip trips, beer tasting, and even costumed haunted Halloween trains.
You can peep the leaves of the assorted unspoiled fall landscapes around the Connecticut River Valley on the exceptional Essex Steam Train in Essex. You can also ride on a train pulled by a real steam engine. Up for even more adventure while checking out the fall foliage? Combine your train trip with a riverboat ride on the charming Becky Thatcher.
Looking for romance on the amorous express? Book a dinner train excursion or even a special outing that includes wine and chocolate. Make a full day of it and schedule in time to explore the quaint villages of both Haddam and East Haddam too.