Skunk Train: Wolf Tree Turn from Willits

Overview

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 – an amazing ecological wonderland, and an excellent opportunity to discover the mighty giants that made Mendocino County famous.

The train will stop briefly at Crowley while you enjoy the splendor of one of the oldest and most iconic trees along our route. The Wolf Tree was so named for the large growth off of one side – woodsman called these wolf trees because they choke out smaller trees and underbrush. Passengers are able to get off the train during our stop at Crowley, to better enjoy the views.

You'll make the trip to Crowley on board one of our historic Diesel-Electric engines.

City: Mendocino

Mon 18 Nov

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Starting at $59.95

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Mon 18 Nov

Starting at $59.95

Make a reservation

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What's Included

No other inclusions are offered.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (129)

ala69xyz

Jun 2019

I've been wanting to ride the Skunk for years. Now that I have, I wonder why. What a waste of money. Thankfully it's only 50 bucks. The scenery on the highway in is better.

beverlyp244

Jun 2019

Amazing experience for all of us. My five year old Grandson loved it. On board entertainment really added to the fun.

thisistank

Apr 2019

Stopped in at the Skunk Train with my wife and two boys (5 and 10). We booked the roughly 2 hour Saturday morning tour in Willits. If you enjoy any of the following, you’ll dig this trip - old trains, isolated Forrest, entertaining crew, history, family adventure, kids excitement. The train ride is comfy. You can move about the two indoor seating cars that are nearly 100 years old as well as stand on a converted covered flat bed car. Drinks and pop corn and chips and beef jerkey are sold on the trip. The staff is friendly and inviting. We had train conductor Malikah who’s worked there for 18 years and is at your disposal to answer any and every question on the history of the trains, the Forrest and the town of Willits (be sure to ask about the 6 acre fire spotted by a passenger on the Skunk Train recently). On board live train music was great by the entertaining and charismatic train singer who sings old fashioned train music and even takes requests, I think our favorite was the cover of ozzy’s “Crazy Train”! The stop near the Wolf Tree in a wide open glen where travelers can disembark and whatch the crew change the engine position was a treat. Over-all, money well spent. We have nothing but positive comments and experience on the Skunk Train. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique adventure.