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Board the Easter Bunny Express at South Woodstown Station for a 105-minute vintage train ride to Fenwick Grove—complete with a 45-minute egg hunt and scenic creek views. The deluxe Table Car "Mineral Spring" offers private table seating, a touch of rail history, and family-focused spring fun.
Board the Easter Bunny Express at South Woodstown Station for a 105-minute vintage train ride to Fenwick Grove—complete with a 45-minute egg hunt and scenic creek views. The deluxe Table Car "Mineral Spring" offers private table seating, a touch of rail history, and family-focused spring fun.
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Ride the rails with chocolate-smeared smiles and windows full of budding maples: Woodstown Central Railroad’s Easter Bunny Express delivers springtime theater for families in Salem County, New Jersey. Departing from South Woodstown Station (650 Alloway-Woodstown Road), this 105-minute excursion combines a 60-minute, 18-mile loop through farmland and forest with a 45-minute stop at Fenwick Grove for an old-fashioned egg hunt and creekside views.
The trip’s centerpiece is the Table Car “Mineral Spring,” a deluxe private table car built in 1927 that recreates the appeal of interwar rail travel. The car’s booth tables and two swivel lounge chairs make it a warm, social cabin for groups of four; a Table Car Attendant offers snacks and soft drinks à la carte so families can relax while the countryside passes. On the rails you’ll watch pastoral fields, stand of early-blooming trees, and short creek crossings that reveal flash reflections and migratory songbirds.
At Fenwick Grove passengers disembark for 45 minutes of supervised activities and an Easter egg hunt tailored to children. Parents will appreciate the easy circulation back to the train and the chance to photograph kids combing grass and stonework beside the creek. Facilities include restrooms on the train and a port-o-potty at South Woodstown Station; the station itself is family-friendly, with a gift shop and fire pits for pre-boarding photos.
Practical notes matter: arrive 20–30 minutes early for check-in at the Ticket Window track-side of South Woodstown Station; boarding begins about 15 minutes before departure. The railroad operates vintage equipment and cannot guarantee ADA compliance in its historic cars. Engineers will sound the horn at all public grade crossings, so bring hearing protection for noise-sensitive riders. All sales are final; in extreme weather operators may cancel and will notify guests.
Why this outing stands out: it’s not just a ride but a seasonal event that stitches together local rail heritage, a working short line’s landscape, and a child-focused holiday ritual. The Mineral Spring car links a tactile sense of history to an accessible, low-impact outdoor outing—ideal for families who want an active spring memory without the logistics of trail hikes or long drives. For visitors staying in Woodstown or nearby towns, the route offers a compact, photogenic slice of Salem County: creek reflections, farm fences, and a small‑town station platform that invite repeat visits every spring.
Included with every child’s ticket is a complimentary Easter basket, and families in the Table Car enjoy privacy at a dedicated table while still sharing the rhythm of the train. Because seating is limited, buy tickets early; all sales are final. If you bring young children, pack a rain jacket and closed-toe shoes for Fenwick Grove—the walk there crosses uneven grass and soft soil and snacks.
easy.
1.5–2 hours.
Light: minimal walking required, suitable for families with young children; mostly seated on the train with a short stroll at Fenwick Grove.
Yes. All passengers require a ticket; children are grouped as 4–12 (Child) and 0–3 (Toddler).
Yes, restrooms are available aboard the train and a port-o-potty is located at South Woodstown Station.
Only registered service animals are permitted aboard the train.
The railroad attempts to operate in most weather; in extreme conditions it may cancel and will notify guests by email and social channels.
Non-alcoholic drinks and light snacks are allowed; please use lids or caps to prevent spills.
Alcohol is only permitted onboard during specific events designated by WCRR, not during the Easter Bunny Express.
The Table Car "Mineral Spring" was built in 1927; Woodstown Central Railroad operates historic rolling stock that recalls short-line railroading in Salem County.
Help keep Fenwick Grove tidy by packing out all trash and avoiding single-use plastics during the egg hunt. Respect marked areas and foundations to minimize impact on creekside vegetation.
Woodstown Central Railroad preserves and operates historic passenger excursions in Woodstown, New Jersey, offering seasonal and private train experiences that highlight Southern New Jersey scenery and rail heritage. Founded and maintained by a dedicated preservation team, the operation runs restored vintage equipment including the 1927 Pennsylvania Railroad Table Car "Mineral Spring" and restored 1930s passenger cars for special events. The railroad offers a variety of scheduled excursions, from short family-friendly rides—such as the Woodstown Fall Fest excursion and the Princess‑Superhero Special—to longer scenic trips like the two‑hour Scenic Rambler and 32-mile roundtrip journeys. Seasonal offerings include the Autumn Leaf Pumpkin Train with pumpkin picking at Fenwick Grove, the Salem Ghost Train with storyteller-led historic tours, and holiday and event-specific runs like the Independence Day Express and Father's Day Express. Private rentals are available for up to 50 guests aboard the Mineral Spring table car, making the railroad a unique venue for birthdays, corporate outings, and group events. Each excursion departs from Woodstown or South Woodstown stations and traverses landmarks such as the Oldmans Creek Trestle and Memorial Lake, offering repeated opportunities for photography and nature viewing. Safety protocols and volunteer-led operations emphasize preservation, education, and community engagement. Ticketed excursions are scheduled seasonally; advance reservations are recommended due to limited seating in first class, deluxe, table car, coach, caboose, and open-air seating options. Woodstown Central Railroad combines authentic historic railcars, curated storytelling, and scenic Southern New Jersey routes to deliver memorable rides for families, history enthusiasts, and railfans. Tickets sell quickly.
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