Halloween trains headed to the Comstock

The haunted Halloween steam train of lights will run Oct. 27, 28, 29 and 31.

The haunted Halloween steam train of lights will run Oct. 27, 28, 29 and 31.

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Train of lights and pumpkin patch trains will light up the fall season on the Comstock.

The spirited collection of themed steam train rides on the Virginia Truckee Railroad includes a pumpkin patch train powered by steam engine No. 29 and will feature a stop at the Gold Hill Depot Pumpkin Patch.

Passengers will board in Virginia City and depart the train at Gold Hill to choose a favorite pumpkin. All the cars will be open-air, so guests are asked to dress warmly and bring a costume, if preferred. Reservations are recommended.

The pumpkin patch train will run Oct. 14, 15, 20, 21 and 22 at 11:20 a.m., 1:20 p.m., 3 p.m., with a 5 p.m. dusk train on Oct. 14, 20 and 21. Fares will be $27 for adults and $17 for children ages 5-12 and will include a pumpkin.

The haunted Halloween steam train of lights will run Oct. 27, 28, 29 and 31 at 5 p.m., 6:30 p.m., and 8 p.m. Fares will be $24 for adults and $18 for kids.

For information or reservations, call 775 847-0380 or visit www.virginiatruckee.com.

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