Narrow-gauge tourist railroad that starts from the Roaring Camp depot in Felton, California and runs up steep grades through redwood forests to the top of nearby Bear Mountain
General Information
Hours:
Daily: 9am to 5pm
Train schedules vary by season; check website for current departure times
Train schedules vary by season; check website for current departure times
Fees:
Redwood Forest Steam Train: Adults $32, Children (2–12) $23
Santa Cruz Beach Train: Adults $37, Children (2–12) $28
Parking: $10 per vehicle
Admission to grounds is free except during special events
Santa Cruz Beach Train: Adults $37, Children (2–12) $28
Parking: $10 per vehicle
Admission to grounds is free except during special events
Pet Policy:
Leashed pets allowed in the park and aboard trains at conductor’s discretion; noise sensitivity should be considered
Closest cities with hotels:
Santa Cruz (6 mi), Capitola (9 mi), Scotts Valley (5 mi)
Seasons:
All year; spring and summer offer best weather and full train schedules
Location:
Website:
How to Get There
From Santa Cruz, CA (6 mi): Take CA-9 N to Felton, turn right onto Graham Hill Road, and continue for 0.5 miles to Roaring Camp Railroads entrance on the right.
Overview
The Roaring Camp & Big Trees Narrow Gauge Railroad in Felton runs vintage steam trains up steep grades through redwood forest to the top of Bear Mountain, a 3.25-mile trip, with some locomotives dating from the 1890s. A second line runs to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Roaring Camp Railroads began in 1963 and offers seasonal events.
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