Roaring Camp Railroads

Amusement Parks & Rides • Santa Cruz, California United States

Roaring Camp Railroads is a cherished amusement park in Santa Cruz, California, offering visitors a nostalgic journey back in time through historic steam train rides and family-friendly attractions. The park captures the essence of the Old West with its meticulously restored trains and enchanting surroundings. Guests can hop aboard the iconic steam engines and embark on a scenic adventure through the towering redwoods and picturesque landscapes of the Santa Cruz Mountains. The park's vintage charm is complemented by its lively atmosphere and interactive experiences, making it a must-visit destination for families, train enthusiasts, and history buffs alike. Roaring Camp Railroads provides a fun-filled day out with a variety of rides, activities, and entertainment options for all ages to enjoy. With its rich heritage and scenic beauty, the park offers a memorable and immersive experience that transports visitors to a bygone era of train travel and adventure.


Tours for Roaring Camp Railroads

Exploring the area? Book a tour to fully experience everything Roaring Camp Railroads has to offer. A guided tour will provide you with fascinating insights and hidden gems that you might miss on your own.

$129 Tour Provided by Viator

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, California

Learn to surf in Santa Cruz during a 2.5-hour clinic designed with the beginner in mind. Novices are welcome, as well as anyone who has tried surfing but could use some tips for balancing on the board and catching a wave. You'll get plenty of practice with paddling and pop-up techniques while learning about wave breaks, ocean conditions, and safety in and out of the water, including surf etiquette. Includes all necessary equipment.

$110 Tour Provided by Viator

Santa Cruz Guided eBike Ride & Most Fun Bike e-Bike Tour

Santa Cruz, California

Most fun individual guided ebike tour here in Santa Cruz. This tour is perfect for individuals, couples, and groups. See Santa Cruz's majestic coastline, Wharf, Beach Boardwalk, and historic downtown tour. All the breathtaking sights, both scenic and historic. See and enjoy Santa Cruz's natural beauty, including all the attractions riding our pedal-assist electric bike. Go, ride with us, here in California!

$29 Tour Provided by Viator

Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

Santa Cruz, California

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

$199 Tour Provided by Viator

Whale Watching Monterey Bay semi-private limited to 6 people max

Santa Cruz, California

We offer private and semi-private encounters with wildlife emphasizing on intimate experiences. Once on the boat in Monterey, guests are in a unique position, each guests 1 of the 6 comfortable seats on the boat to view a lot of different wildlife. Everyday is different, expect to have a good time seeing lots of different wildlife. During the trip, we often encounter whales, porpoises, dolphin, seals, Sea Lions, Sea Otters and many other varieties of marine mammals and sea birds. the most common whales we see are Humpback Whales, Gray Whales, Blue Whales and sometimes even Killer Whales. Don't have a group, give us a call for individual trips

$104 Tour Provided by Viator

Tea By The Sea

Santa Cruz, California

Imagine sipping tea by the sea and savoring local treats where the stunning ocean view and soothing sound of waves create a tranquil backdrop. The salty breeze and warm sunlight enhance the experience, making each sip of tea more refreshing. This peaceful setting offers a perfect escape from everyday life, inviting relaxation and mindfulness. The natural beauty and serene atmosphere of the sea elevate the simple act of enjoying tea into a beautiful and memorable moment. find us on Instagram by @teabytheseasantacruz

$35 Tour Provided by Viator

Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, California

World class private tour, completely controlled by you! Come see the best sights in the Santa Cruz: Beach Paradise, at your leisure! Commentary by Jackie Woods, a local legend! This tour has been written by a local, who knows the very best spots of Santa Cruz. We have the best beach in all of Northern California, the best views, and best food and drinks available! Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the Pintours App With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.

$38 Tour Provided by Viator

Blue Lagoon Snorkling activities

Roaring Camp Railroads

When you book snorkling trip with us you will be experience fish interaction, fish feeding. snorkling to bluelagoon and tanjung jepun is a great one day escape to enjoy and relax at the beach,

$20 Tour Provided by Viator

Self Guided UC Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Unlock Secret Stories

Santa Cruz, California

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the enchanting redwood forests and scenic landscapes of UC Santa Cruz with our exclusive Private Walking Tour! Immerse yourself in the rich history and fascinating culture of this iconic university as our expert guide leads you on an adventure like no other. Walk in the shadows of towering redwoods, explore peaceful meadows, and breathe in the crisp, invigorating mountain air. Discover hidden spots and secret viewpoints that only locals know, Whether you're a prospective student, an alumni longing for a nostalgic trip down memory lane, or simply a spirited explorer, this tour will leave you awe-inspired and with a deeper connection to the delightful spirit of UC Santa Cruz! This tour is completely tailored to you with the App! With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.

$297 Tour Provided by Viator

Capitola Watercolor Journaling Experience

Santa Cruz, California

As a professional artist and teacher, it is one of my passions to teach others the joy of art making. I love watercolor sketch journaling and would love to share with you my years of tips and tricks so that you can learn how to easily draw and paint...even if you are a total beginner! This art class is special because it is specifically designed for vacation travelers. I will show you the essential supplies you need to have a small, portable "art studio" that you can take traveling. You will be able to easily draw and paint anytime, anywhere and capture your vacation memories in your own watercolor journal!

$139 Tour Provided by Viator

Introduction to Wilderness Survival Clinic in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, California

Learn the ancient skills of survival in the woods, including how to build a shelter, gather water, make a fire, and forage edible plants or set up traps for food. Both novice campers and seasoned backpackers will benefit from hands-on activities during this 5-hour class with a naturalist instructor. The session takes place in a redwood forest in Boulder Creek, located just north of Santa Cruz.

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