Roaring Camp Steam Train Through Santa Cruz Redwoods
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Roaring Camp Steam Train Through Santa Cruz Redwoods

1h15
By train
About this activity
Visit: Roaring Camp Railroads, 5401 Graham Hill Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95018-9745

Experience California’s redwoods as never before, by taking a steam train through one of the Golden State’s towering ancient forests. Be inspired by both the natural beauty of the groves and the engineering prowess of this hulking locomotive, which dates back to the 1890s.

Hop aboard the train at Roaring Camp in Felton, near the base of the Santa Cruz Mountains, just 80 miles south of San Francisco. Settle into your open-air car and hang on as you chug past hundreds of old-growth redwoods with an unobstructed view.

As you make your way up to the top of Bear Mountain, you’ll cruise over trestles and glide beneath the verdant canopy. Along the way, the knowledgeable train conductor will illuminate the forest with bits of history about how it was formed and facts about the local wildlife, as well as stories about the railroad and Roaring Camp. Learn about how steam locomotives similar to the one you’ll be riding are among the oldest and best preserved narrow-gauge steam engines in America, and were once used to schlep redwood logs down from the mountains. You’ll have plenty of time to admire your surroundings on the 1-hour round trip ride.

At the summit, study the architecture and visit the old-fashioned general store. Capture the moment in the vintage photo booth and peek inside the charmingly woodsy sheriff’s office. Stretch your legs and take in the majestic surroundings on a nature stroll through nearby Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.

Please note: Picnic tables are available at Roaring Camp for all-day rental. Inquire at the ticket office when you visit. Gates open at 9:30am, and parking closes at 5pm, unless trains are still operating.

Visit: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA 95018

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park is a state park of California, USA, preserving mainly forest and riparian areas in the watershed of the San Lorenzo River, including a grove of old-growth coast redwood.[1] It is located in Santa Cruz County, primarily in the area between the cities of Santa Cruz and Scotts Valley, near the community of Felton and the University of California at Santa Cruz. The park includes a non-contiguous extension in the Fall Creek area north of Felton. The 4,623-acre (1,871 ha) park was established in 1954

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Included
  • Train fare
  • Entry/Admission - Roaring Camp Railroads
  • Entry/Admission - Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Not included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Picnic tables for rent
  • Parking ($10; payable at time of travel)
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
Features
Tourism
65%
Original
30%
Cultural
25%
Reviews
4.6
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Deborah S
5 | 2018-10-05

My son and grandson really liked it. They had a great time. I always love trains so for me train redwoods, history was a great family time outing.

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Sarina D
5 | 2018-01-04

I went with my boyfriend and we had a blast! I imagine coming here with kids would be even better, since there are lots of activities.

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RICKY P
4 | 2017-12-30

Fun trip up the hill and through the woods and back down again.

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Robert M
5 | 2017-10-10

The train was fun and it was wonderful seeing all the redwood trees, the guide was great . It was very enjoyable .

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