Railtown 1897 State Historic Park – 43 miles
Railtown 1897 State Historic Park
Part working rail yard, part living museum, Railtown 1897 lets you ride steam and diesel locomotives that have starred in over 200 movies and TV shows—from ‘Back to the Future III’ to ‘High Noon.’
Steam Train Rides
- 45‑minute excursions through Gold Country oak woodlands (weekends April–October).
- Open‑air cars and shaded coaches available.
Roundhouse Tour
- Explore a still‑operational 1897 machine shop where crews repair locomotives with century‑old tools.
- Volunteer docents share behind‑the‑scenes Hollywood anecdotes.
Movie Railroad
- See vintage rolling stock used on screen and pose for photos in front of famous engines.
- Special Railtown Film Festival held each fall.
Why Visit?
- Kids ride free on select summer Sundays.
