Scenic Railroads in California, United States 2023

Most reviewed Scenic Railroads in California

4.5 Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad (737 reviews)
- Great side trip
Temporarily closed - Closed until Mar 31, 2023 Spent 1-2 hours Scenic Railroads

Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad's track may only be four miles long, but their trains cover decades in that distance. Here, a duo of antique steam engines—one built in 1913, the other in 1928—tow travelers through the piney wilderness of Sierra National Forest. Along the way, guides provide a glimpse of how America's wilderness looked to the railroad companies and loggers as they worked their way westward and shipped raw materials back east. The lesson also incorporates a bit of biology, as tour-leaders will often deviate from historical discussion to talk about local wildlife or how lumberjacks evolved their ax hands. On certain evenings, the conductors extend the track tour from one-hour to three. Guests begin the evening with a barbecue dinner, then ride the train to a campfire for a sing-along. They then get back on the locomotive for an evening trip back to the modern era. See more..
4.5 Roaring Camp & Big Trees Narrow-Gauge Railroad (327 reviews)
- Must Do Experience!
Friday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Scenic Railroads

A train ride into a private redwood stand. See more..
4.5 Railtown 1897 State History Park (299 reviews)
- Kids had a blast!
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A working railroad since the 1890's, this park is now run by the California State Railroad Museum. It offers visitors self-guided tours. See more..
3.5 Fillmore & Western Railway Company (138 reviews)
- Fun day trip
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Scenic Railroads

Visit Fillmore & Western Railroad to ride the movie trains! Offering Weekend Scenic Trains, Murder Mystery Trains, Holiday Trains, Steam Train Rides, Special Events, School & Private Group Trains. Trains run all year long! Bring the family for a ride on vintage passenger & dining cars through the beautiful Heritage Valley in Ventura County. See more..
3.5 Sierra Railroad Dinner Train (33 reviews)
- Fun train ride in Oakdale - Currently no longer running
Spent 2-3 hours Scenic Railroads

Considered one of the five best dinner trains in the West, the historic Sierra operates year-round from the town of Oakdale, CA (near Modesto & Stockton). Beer Trains and murder mystery shows are the most well-known trips, but we also offer the High Noon Express, detailing the history of this movie railroad, and the Old Vine Express with wine tasting! Trips take 2.5 hours. See more..
4.5 El Dorado Western Railroad (11 reviews)
- Fun for kids and adults
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Great place to take a quick diversion off the highway for. I wasn't sure what to expect but we all piled onto the two cars and bumped off down the line. Don't expect views of the Grand Canyon..this is all about the experience of what it would be like if you worked on the rails. Our driver was terrific and I came away knowing a bit more than when I got on. We all had a laugh crossing the public roads and waving at the waiting drivers....who all amazingly smiled and waved back. The trip itself is only over to the other station and back so you're on long enough to get the feel of it but not so long that the kids end up bored. Very happy with this find. See more..
4.0 Max's Miracle Ranch (3 reviews)
- fun place
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a very good place for children. this is a ranch that caters to children with illnesses and is there to help them enjoy a day trip. See more..

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