You can ride decorated vintage railcars through the San Diego County back country as fall descends upon Campo, along the historic San Diego and Arizona Railway route. Enjoy the animal trivia challenge, make s'mores by the campfire, and sip hot cocoa at their big cat and wildlife sanctuary in San Diego. There’s also free admission during the entire month of October for children age 11 and under, when accompanied by an adult, at both the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park—a perfect time for kids to go wild. Learn more: https://sdzsafaripark.org/kidsfreeSpooky Events at County ParksSan Diego County Parks and Recreation offers a variety of spooky happenings in October. Haunted Harvest at Fort Cross Old Timey AdventuresFort Cross Old Timey Adventures near Julian hosts Haunted Harvest nights October 5, 12, 19 and 26 feature spooky fun—if you dare.