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Hop aboard the Father's Day Brew Train for a festive ride from Santa Cruz to Felton featuring local craft beers, live music, and fun activities. Discover a unique way to celebrate dad surrounded by stunning redwoods and great company.
Hop aboard the Father's Day Brew Train for a festive ride from Santa Cruz to Felton featuring local craft beers, live music, and fun activities. Discover a unique way to celebrate dad surrounded by stunning redwoods and great company.
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Operated by Roaring Camp Railroads · Felton, California
Celebrate Father’s Day with a truly one-of-a-kind experience aboard the Father's Day Brew Train, departing from the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to Roaring Camp Railroads in Felton, California. This charming roundtrip journey offers a perfect blend of scenic views, craft beer sampling, and lively entertainment. Sip on locally brewed beers from Humble Sea as you enjoy live music that sets a festive atmosphere on board. Upon arrival in Felton, guests can partake in fun activities including gold panning and a delicious BBQ feast amidst beautiful forest surroundings. Whether you're a beer enthusiast, train lover, or simply looking for a unique way to spend quality time with dad, this event is designed to deliver memorable moments wrapped in nature and nostalgia. With family-friendly attractions and a relaxed pace, the Brew Train provides a fantastic opportunity to explore the redwood region without the usual hike or bike effort. Make sure to book early for this popular Father’s Day celebration that combines local culture, historic rail travel, and tasty brews all in one unforgettable adventure.
easy.
3–4 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels as most activities involve sitting on the train and gentle walking around arrival site.
Yes, families are welcome. While beer tasting is restricted to adults 21 and over, there are kid-friendly activities like gold panning and BBQ.
Roaring Camp Railroads offers limited accessibility; contact the company directly for specific accommodations.
The roundtrip ride lasts approximately 3 to 4 hours including stops and activities.
Local beer tastings and BBQ are included, with additional beverages and snacks available for purchase.
No special gear is needed; all supplies are provided on site for the gold panning activity.
Yes, several public parking lots are nearby. Early arrival is recommended to find convenient spaces.
Roaring Camp Railroads served the redwood logging industry in the late 19th century and now preserves historic steam trains for public enjoyment.
Roaring Camp Railroads partners with local conservation groups to maintain the surrounding forest ecosystem and promote sustainable tourism.
Roaring Camp Railroads, located in Felton, California, operates scenic train excursions and a year-round calendar of themed events set in the towering Santa Cruz redwood forest. The operation offers a variety of experiences for families, school groups, and adult visitors, combining vintage train travel with live entertainment, food, and hands-on programming. Key offerings include heritage steam train rides, family-focused events like Day Out With Thomas featuring Thomas the Tank Engine™, seasonal festivals such as the Brewgrass Festival, and specialty evenings like the Moonlight Evening Dinner Train that include dinner, live music, and stopovers at Bear Mountain. Roaring Camp also hosts community-oriented events at the historic Bret Harte Opera Hall, including the Spring Barn Line Dance and Winter Warmer Fest. Educational programs are available for school groups aged 7–11 through the Living History experience, designed to bring the mountain man era and westward expansion to life. Seasonal attractions include Drive-In Movie Nights among the redwoods, a Chanukah Train with community menorah lighting and kosher refreshments, and competitive culinary events such as the Cook-Off with tastings and craft beer. Visitors traveling from Santa Cruz can join specialty trains like the Father’s Day Brew Train and VIP tasting trains for Brewgrass. The combination of scenic rail routes, themed programming, and family-friendly activities makes Roaring Camp Railroads a notable destination for both residents and tourists seeking historic rail experiences and community events in Felton, CA.
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