Santa Cruz Beach Train and Roaring Camp Railroad

One of the oldest and most historic lines in California. Visitors have a choice of two trains: Santa Cruz beach train or narrow-gauge steam through the Redwood groves. The narrow gauge takes you up Bear Mountain through towering redwood groves. The train stops at the summit and passengers are allowed to get off and enjoy the huge redwood forest. This trip is about one hour. The beach train takes you from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk up the San Lorenzo River Gorge to Roaring Camp. This trip is about three hours. Both trains are excellent destinations for day trips in the Santa Cruz area of California. Be sure to ride the Giant Dipper roller coaster on the Santa Cruz boardwalk.