Riding from 300-foot-tall redwoods to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk might be the best way to sightsee in California.
Jenn Day
The trains are working pieces of history themselves.
One of the few operating steam trains here is Dixiana.
VSCC and Walter Scriptunas
The wind may not blow your hair, but youd be hard-pressed to beat your view.
There are two journeys available at Roaring Camp.
Diaxana carries guests for 75 minutes up Bear Mountain and back to the village.
Jenn Day
For a longer experience, try the three-hour ride connecting Roaring Camp to theSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
This route is part of the historic Santa Cruz Big Trees & Pacific Railway, operating since 1875.
Families heading to Roaring Camp can tack additional kid-friendly activities onto their day.
Theres gold panning and candle making, for example, plus lots of outdoor space to run or picnic.
Reserving train tickets in advance is suggested.
