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Skunk Train Adventures in the redwoods since 1885.
๐Ÿ“ Departs from Fort Bragg & Willits CA
(1370)

Located in Northern Californiaโ€™s Mendocino County there is a skunk running through the redwood forest, but this isnโ€™t any skunk, itโ€™s the world famous Skunk Train. The California redwoods, pristine coastline, and award winning vineyards are all a part of the landscape of what makes Mendocino County such an amazing place and home to this 137-year-old train. Regardless of your departure point itโ€™s the occasional whistles as your train chugs through tunnels, over bridges and past open meadows, the train follows the coastal "Redwood Route" as it has since 1885. It is the towering trees, a glimpse of a deer drinking from the Noyo River, an isolated fisherman's cabin peeking from the forest, and the notion that you have left the rest of the world behind that draw people to the Skunk Train. Pudding Creek Express
Departing from Fort Bragg, the first few miles run alongside the Pudding Creek estuary, where common wildlife sightings include blue heron, egrets, osprey, ducks, and the occasional lounging turtle. You'll disembark at The Glen to explore the redwoods, enjoy a picnic, or just relax before returning to Fort Bragg. Wolf Tree Turn
This 2 hour round trip will take you from the Willits valley floor to the highest point on our rail line. During this trip you will pass through Tunnel #2 and descend into the redwood-thick Noyo River Canyon โ€“ an amazing ecological wonderland, and an excellent opportunity to discover the mighty giants that made Mendocino County famous. Railbikes
Sit back, breathe deep, and discover an entirely new way to explore California aboard our custom-built, two-person electric railbikes.

10/06/2026

Oh snap ๐Ÿซฐ

And just like that, Crowley is all set for a fall adventure in Willits! ๐Ÿ

๐ŸŽƒ Pumpkins, hay bales, and all the autumn vibes are ready and waiting for you aboard the Pumpkin Express.

๐Ÿฆจ A big thank you to Mr. Skunk and the team for all your hard work getting everything ready! ๐Ÿš‚

10/02/2026

The pumpkins didnโ€™t just walk to Crowley by themselves. ๐ŸŽƒ

Mr. Skunk and his crew spent the week turning a clearing in the redwoods into a pumpkin patch! ๐Ÿฆจ

Starting today you can hop aboard the Pumpkin Patch Express in Willits to wander the patch, explore the redwoods, and pick your own pumpkin to bring home on the train. ๐Ÿš‚

๐Ÿ“ Departs from Willits, CA
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Now through October 31
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Book now for fall family fun ๐Ÿ‚ skunktrain.com/pumpkin-express

09/30/2026
09/29/2026
Meet the Noyo, our NEW Presidential Class car departing from Willits, CA!๐Ÿš‚๐ŸพDesigned as an intimate cocktail lounge inspi...
09/26/2026

Meet the Noyo, our NEW Presidential Class car departing from Willits, CA!๐Ÿš‚๐Ÿพ

Designed as an intimate cocktail lounge inspired by the golden age of rail travel, the Noyo brings mid-century modern elegance to the tracks. Think curated cocktails, light bites, premium service, and a commemorative glass to take home.
Inspired by the work of legendary industrial designers Otto Kuhler and Henry Dreyfuss, the Noyo offers a distinctly different experience from the Redwood, our 1920s-inspired Presidential Class car based in Fort Bragg.

And its story goes far beyond its design. The railcar once served as a U.S. Army car under the Department of Transportation before being transformed into the Noyo we see today!

Will you be one of the first to ride this new journey? ๐Ÿฅ‚ https://www.skunktrain.com/the-noyo-presidential-class-experience/

09/25/2026

Did you know? Despite its common name and needle-like appearance, the Japanese umbrella pine isnโ€™t actually a true pine! Itโ€™s also the sole living species in its entire plant family, Sciadopityaceae.

One very unique tree๐ŸŒฒโ˜‚๏ธ

A new season is unfolding along the rails! ๐Ÿš‚๐Ÿ‚Today marks the first day of fall, and thereโ€™s something special about watc...
09/22/2026

A new season is unfolding along the rails! ๐Ÿš‚๐Ÿ‚

Today marks the first day of fall, and thereโ€™s something special about watching the landscape change around you. Crisp air, golden foliage, towering redwoods, and the feeling that autumn has officially arrived.

Experience it all aboard the Pumpkin Express in Willits this October, with a stop at our Crowley pumpkin patch waiting along the way. ๐ŸŽƒ

Hereโ€™s to everything fall has in store!

What a day! ๐ŸŒฒ๐Ÿš‚A big thank you to Visit California | Travel + Fun Things to Do and Josh Meyers, host of the California No...
09/21/2026

What a day! ๐ŸŒฒ๐Ÿš‚

A big thank you to Visit California | Travel + Fun Things to Do and Josh Meyers, host of the California Now Podcast, for spending the day with us in Fort Bragg and capturing the stories, history, and adventures that make the Skunk Train so special. โค๏ธ

From exploring the rails to soaking in the redwoods, we loved showing you around and sharing a little of what makes this place unique.

Stay tuned for the upcoming episode, featuring the Skunk Train alongside other places to see and experience along the coast! ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ๐ŸŒฒ

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100 W Laurel Street
Fort Bragg, CA
95437

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm
Sunday 9am - 3pm

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