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Historic Narrow-Gauge Trains in Felton, CA

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About Roaring Camp Railroads

Roaring Camp Railroads offers an authentic California railroading experience aboard historic narrow-gauge trains through the Redwoods of Felton. Enjoy the Redwood Forest Steam Train and the scenic Santa Cruz Beach Train, with family-friendly events like Day Out With Thomas and seasonal celebrations. Located at 5401 Graham Hill Road in Felton, CA, Roaring Camp is a must-visit for locals and visitors seeking memorable rides, scenic vistas, and convenient access to lodging and dining.

Plan your visit with practical details: on-site parking is available; gates open in the morning and parking closes in the evening. Trains operate on the day of your visit, making Roaring Camp Railroads a reliable full-day excursion. For broader Santa Cruz itineraries, Santa Cruz Metro Route 35 offers convenient access to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and local attractions, just a short walk from the venue. Nearby lodging options include Brookdale Lodge and Santa Cruz favorites like Dream Inn or Hotel Paradox for a convenient base near Felton’s rail adventures. Secure your seats and enjoy the magic of narrow-gauge railroading—we’ve got you covered from start to finish.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA 95018.
  • Venue type: Historic narrow-gauge (3 ft) tourist railroad offering the Redwood Forest Steam Train and the Santa Cruz Beach Train.
  • Bear Mountain route length: approximately 3.25 miles on the Redwood Forest Steam Train.
  • Seating: For events like Thomas & Percy’s Halloween Party, seating is car-based (Car #1–Car #8) with assigned seating by car; eight passenger cars are listed for the event.
  • Parking: On-site parking is $10 per vehicle; gates open 9:00 a.m. and parking closes at 5:00 p.m. (trains operating).
  • Transit: Santa Cruz Metro Route 35 stops at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and Felton Covered Bridge, a short walk from Roaring Camp.
  • Notable events: Day Out With Thomas (began in 2003; large regional events) and Thomas & Percy’s Halloween Party; Memorial Day Civil War reenactments have also been held.
  • Renaming/branding: The line was originally Roaring Camp & Big Trees Narrow Gauge Railroad and was rebranded to Roaring Camp Railroads in the mid-1980s (1985).
  • Nearby hotels: Brookdale Lodge (nearby in the Santa Cruz Mountains) and Santa Cruz options like Dream Inn or Hotel Paradox are within a short drive of Felton.