Book seats in a restored 1937 caboose on the 75-minute Mannington Limited ride
75 Minutes
Narrated train ride, Caboose
Ride the Mannington Limited in caboose seating and enjoy a restored 1937 car with an upstairs cupola and coal-burning stove. Travel between Woodstown and Mannington on a 17-mile roundtrip route through Salem County farmland.
Rail cars are restored to vintage specifications and are not Americans with Disabilities Act compliant. Train horns or whistles sound at all public road crossings, which may be loud near the locomotive.
Tickets are nonrefundable. Tickets may be rescheduled within 24 hours of purchase. After 24 hours, tickets are not eligible for rescheduling. No-shows are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling.
Yes. All passengers need a ticket. Children’s tickets are ages 4–12, and toddler tickets are ages 0–3.
No. Due to the historic nature of the railcars, the train does not meet current Americans with Disabilities Act standards. You must climb 4–5 steps to board; handrails and staff are available to assist.
Yes. The train has restrooms. Restrooms are also available at the station (including a port-o-potty and a restroom trailer, depending on what’s in service).
650 Alloway-Woodstown Road
This heritage railroad operation has built a loyal following through a thoughtful mix of themed excursions, from the popular Brew-to-Brew events and charcuterie rides to Santa trains and seasonal ramblers. Riders consistently praise the beautifully preserved and well-maintained vintage cars, with the 1931 first-class car earning particular admiration. The staff comes up frequently in reviews as friendly, professional, and genuinely passionate about what they do. A few practical notes worth knowing: the optional boxed meals from the onboard food vendor have received mixed feedback, so you may want to plan accordingly. Some riders also noted that it can be hard to hear the guide's commentary when the train gets noisy, which is worth keeping in mind if the historical narration is a draw for you. Overall, this feels like a labor of love run by real train enthusiasts, and that comes through in the experience. Repeat visitors are common, with many families and couples returning for multiple events across different seasons. If you're looking for a relaxed, scenic outing with a bit of novelty and charm, it's well worth booking ahead to catch one of their special events.
Historic,scenic tour of beautiful rural countryside. Go back in time and travel the way it use to be done centuries ago. Don't forget your camera but remember to enjoy the tranquility of the nature around you. Birds, horses, cows, peacocks, eagles, turtles, deer, wild turkey and so much more. A wonderful experience. Friendly staff
Pearl F
July 5, 2026
Historic,scenic tour of beautiful rural countryside. Go back in time and travel the way it use to be done centuries ago. Don't forget your camera but remember to enjoy the tranquility of the nature around you. Birds, horses, cows, peacocks, eagles, turtles, deer, wild turkey and so much more. A wonderful experience. Friendly staff
Pearl F
July 5, 2026
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