Summer S'mores Limited: Night Train to Pop's Glen near Milford, NY

Summer S'mores Limited is a family-friendly evening excursion that departs from the depot at 136 East Main St, Milford NY 13807 and delivers a short rural rail ride to Pop's Glen beside the Susquehanna River. This two-hour outing pairs a slice of living history - historic rail cars and "walk over" bench seating - with low-key summer camp comforts: campfire s'mores, lawn games like cornhole and whiffle ball, and a chance to stretch into the riverine woods for a brief walk. Boarding begins roughly 30 minutes before departure; organizers advise arriving 45-60 minutes early to pick up tickets at the station. The equipment includes vintage railcars, some approaching 100 years old, so accessibility varies: the depot has a wheelchair lift and limited 24-inch width accommodations, but Pop's Glen itself is not wheelchair accessible and requires navigating steps and uneven terrain. The trip's landscape is straightforward but evocative: rail corridors cross open fields and wooded hollows typical of Delaware County, with an arrival into a shady glen where the Susquehanna's river corridor shapes gravel bars and mixed hardwoods. Expect oak, maple, and river birch framing the clearing; insect and frog chorus are common in warm months. The event is intentionally simple - no alcohol is permitted, refreshments are available in the dining car, and passengers may bring their own food. For photographers and families, the contrast between polished wooden benches, riveted metal, and green riverside woods makes for pleasing, honest imagery. The ride is short enough for younger children yet long enough to feel transported from the town center to a small natural retreat. Weather can cancel disembarkation at Pop's Glen, with refunds or transfers offered; check the operator's notice if thunderstorms threaten. Plan practical details: restrooms are onboard but the depot has a fully furnished bathroom recommended for use; seats are "walk over" benches that can face forward or backward; and the dining car stocks snacks and drinks while guests also build s'mores at the event site. The experience is rooted in local recreation - combining the region's railroad history with riverside summer traditions - and offers an easy, memorable evening outdoors without technical skill or strenuous hiking. Though short, the schedule includes time ashore to enjoy games and the campfire; bring a light jacket for nights when river breezes drop temps, and insect repellent. The limited run of this "one night only" schedule makes booking in advance sensible, especially on holiday weekends when locals and visitors both reserve seats. Children under supervision thrive here; bring a flashlight for the short walk back to train. This outing is an excellent pick for multigenerational groups, couples seeking a low-key summer night, or anyone who wants to share a simple campfire ritual with the resonance of historic rail travel just outside Milford.