The Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad is about to start running their annual Fall Foliage Trains.

Courtesy of Granite State Scenic Railway

There is no place likeNew England in the fall.

And while most people catch the fall colorsfrom the comfort of their car, there is a better way.

A red train engine along a lakeside track

The Winnipesaukee Scenic Railway passes through New Hampshire’s Lakes Region.Credit:Courtesy of Granite State Scenic Railway

Enter the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad andits special Fall Foliage Trains,which run from mid-September to mid-October.

This establishment welcomes train travelers with a hot buffet lunch served in its dining room.

There is also a vegetarian option.

A view of a scenic passenger train in New Hampshire

Fall foliage provides a colorful backdrop for the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railway.Courtesy of Granite State Scenic Railway

(Just note that the menu can vary.)

The specialfall foliage tripon theWinnipesaukee Scenic Railroadleaves Meredith Station at 11 a.m. and returns just after 3 p.m. Reservations should be made in advance atgsscenic.com.