WOODSTOWN SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Woodstown Central Railroad’s Ice Cream Express: A Short, Sweet Ride Through Historic Southern New Jersey
A 50–60 minute round-trip train excursion that pairs a scenic rail loop with ice cream or custard from a longtime local purveyor—this guide prepares you to board and savor the ride.
Woodstown Central Railroad’s Ice Cream Express: A Short, Sweet Ride Through Historic Southern New Jersey.
All aboard the Ice Cream Express: a 50–60 minute round-trip on the Woodstown Central Railroad that threads past Memorial Lake, crosses the Oldmans Creek trestle and moves through historic Woodstown while onboard Trainmen share the story of rail travel in New Jersey. It’s a compact, family-friendly outing that combines local flavor with a gentle, scenic loop through Salem County.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A quiet loop over Memorial Lake and Oldmans Creek
The excursion follows a scenic route across Memorial Lake and the Oldmans Creek trestle, offering passengers brief but memorable views of Southern New Jersey’s pastoral landscape during the 50–60 minute round trip.
Cream Valley Custard served onboard
While underway, passengers are served a 6oz cup of ice cream or custard from a local favorite—options include vanilla, chocolate, creamsicle, cookie dough and other flavors—so the trip is as much about tasting a regional treat as it is about the ride.
Vintage railcars and narrated history
Trainmen narrate the ride, and the operator highlights the historic nature of the cars and the experience of rail travel in New Jersey nearly a century ago, with premium first-class options available for those seeking a traditional railcar atmosphere.
What the day feels like
What the outing feels like
The Ice Cream Express is a slow, deliberate loop: arrive and check in at South Woodstown Station, browse the station amenities, board as seating opens, then settle in as the train departs close to the scheduled time. During the roughly hour-long circuit passengers enjoy served ice cream or custard while Trainmen describe the region’s rail history, the train crosses local waterways and returns to the station where passengers disembark.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and where to take care.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Non-alcoholic drinks and light snacks are allowed onboard; to prevent spills, drinks should have a lid or cap. Alcohol is permitted as this is a BYO event. Plan to consume the provided 6oz ice cream/custard cup included with the experience.
The train is equipped with restrooms, and there is also a port-o-potty at South Woodstown Station—bring any personal items you need for a roughly 50–60 minute outing.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do all passengers need a ticket?
Yes. All passengers require a ticket; children's tickets are divided into age groups 4–12 (Child) and 0–3 (Toddler).
Is there a bathroom on the train?
Yes. The train is equipped with restrooms; there is also a port-o-potty located at South Woodstown Station.
Are pets allowed on the train?
Only registered service animals are permitted aboard the train.
Do you operate during bad weather?
The railroad attempts to operate in all weather conditions, but in extreme conditions the railroad will cancel operations and notify guests via email, the homepage and social media.
Can I bring my own food and drinks?
Non-alcoholic drinks and light snacks are allowed onboard; to prevent spilling, please ensure drinks have a lid or cap.
Can I bring alcohol on the train?
Yes. This is a BYO event and alcohol is permitted onboard.