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Skunk Train From Fort Bragg: Pudding Creek Express Ticket with Glen Blair Junction Stop

Ride the historic Pudding Creek Express on a scenic 7-mile round trip between Fort Bragg and Glen Blair Junction, with a 45-minute stop to explore along the way.

Choose the ride that suits your plans, from standard daytime seating to VIP or 21+ Presidential lounge options, or an evening journey to Glen Blair Bar on select Fridays and Saturdays.

Make your daytime ride more comfortable with VIP priority boarding and deboarding, a picnic lunch, or upgrade to the 21+ lounge for first-class service, two cocktails, and a Skunk Train drumhead photo.

Enjoy onboard extras, including access to the bar car with snacks, soft drinks, beer, wine, and spirits, depending on your selected ticket.

Spend time at Glen Blair Bar on the evening option, with live music, firepits, and a full bar set among the Redwoods.

Scenic 7-mile round-trip train ride between Fort Bragg and Glen Blair Junction

Ride the historic Pudding Creek Express

Stop at Glen Blair Junction & same-day return on any train (as per option selected)

Access to Glen Blair Bar (as per option selected)

Standard coach seating (as per option selected)

VIP coach seating (as per option selected)

Presidential lounge car seating (21+ only) (as per option selected)

Skip-the-line tickets with priority boarding and deboarding (as per option selected)

Picnic lunch (as per option selected)

Bar car with snacks, soft drinks, beer, wine, and spirits (as per option selected)

Two cocktails per ticket (as per option selected)

First-class onboard service (as per option selected)

Photo opportunity with Skunk Train drumhead (as per option selected)

Additional expenses not included with your ticket

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Ride the historic Pudding Creek Express from Fort Bragg to Glen Blair Junction on a scenic 7-mile round trip, with time to explore, unwind, and upgrade your onboard experience.

Getting started

Arrive at Fort Bragg’s downtown depot at least 30 minutes before departure to check in, confirm your seating, and store your belongings. Depending on your ticket, you’ll board standard coach, VIP coach, or the Redwood Presidential Class Car. Once your ticket is checked, head to the platform and board when your train is called.

What to expect

Pudding Creek Express

Settle into the historic Pudding Creek Express and travel from Fort Bragg through the Pudding Creek Estuary to Glen Blair Junction. The scenic 7-mile round trip gives you a relaxed way to explore the route, with onboard options to make the journey more comfortable.

Features

Scenic estuary journey: Travel along the Pudding Creek Estuary, taking in its wooded banks and changing views from the train.

Open-air views: Step into the open-air car for fresh air and a different perspective of the route.

Bar car: Depending on your ticket, visit the bar car for snacks, soft drinks, beer, wine, and spirits available for purchase.

Historic rail experience: Enjoy the route aboard the Pudding Creek Express, combining a leisurely train ride with time to explore Glen Blair Junction.

Glen Blair Junction

Step off at Glen Blair Junction for a roughly 45-minute stop, giving you time to stretch your legs and explore before your return journey. With same-day return flexibility, you can choose any train running back to Fort Bragg, as per your ticket.

Features

Explore at your pace: Use the stop to walk around the junction, take a break, or simply enjoy the surrounding setting.

Flexible return: Return to Fort Bragg on any train running that day from Glen Blair Junction, giving you more flexibility with your stopover.

Extended stay option: Select tickets offer Glen Blair Bar access during the evenings, or you can opt for an extended stay, letting you spend more time at the junction before heading back.

Glen Blair Bar

Turn your Glen Blair Junction stop into a longer break with access to Glen Blair Bar. Available on select Friday and Saturday evenings, this option gives you extra time to relax before catching a later same-day train back to Fort Bragg.

Features

Relax among the Redwoods: Spend your extended stop unwinding at the bar before returning to the depot.

Choose your return: After your stay, re-board any eligible same-day service to Fort Bragg.

Redwood Presidential Class Car

Upgrade your daytime journey to the Redwood Presidential Class Car for an adults-only experience with elevated onboard service. Available to guests aged 21 and over, this lounge car adds priority access, cocktails, and a special photo opportunity to your train ride.

Features

21+ lounge: Relax in the adults-only Redwood Presidential Class Car with a more exclusive onboard setting.

First-class service: Enjoy first-class onboard service throughout your journey, with priority boarding and deboarding at the depot.

Cocktails included: Receive two cocktails per ticket as part of the Presidential Class experience.

Drumhead photo: Capture a keepsake photo opportunity with the Skunk Train drumhead.

Return to Fort Bragg’s downtown depot after your Glen Blair Junction stop and continue your day in town. If you want more from the journey, choose VIP coach seating for priority access and lunch, or upgrade to the Redwood Presidential Class Car for first-class service and cocktails.

What to bring

Clothing: Dress in layers and weather-appropriate clothing, as trains run rain or shine.

Outdoor wear: Wear clothes you do not mind getting dirty, as outdoor cars can expose you to dirt, cinders, and soot.

What’s not allowed

Dogs in Redwood car: Dogs are not allowed in the Redwood Presidential Class car, which is 21+ only.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access: The train is wheelchair accessible, but some cars may require transferring from your chair to a coach seat.

Additional information

Arrival time: Guests should arrive at least 30 minutes before departure, as the train leaves promptly at the stated time.

Weather: Trains and Railbikes operate in rain or shine, so you should be prepared for current conditions.

Clothing care: Skunk Train will not replace or clean clothing that becomes stained from dirt, cinders, or soot in outdoor cars.

Infants: Infants aged 2 and under travel free when they sit on an adult's lap.

Cab rides: Cab rides are available for ages 18 and above if arranged by 5pm.

Dogs: Dog tickets are available for most cars, except the 21+ Redwood Presidential Class car.

VIP option: If you select VIP tickets, you receive enhanced seating and skip-the-line boarding as described in your ticket.

Redwood option: If you select Redwood Presidential Class, your ticket includes two cocktails, first-class service, and priority boarding and deboarding.

Glen Blair Bar option: If you select Glen Blair Bar access, your ticket allows you to stop over and enjoy the bar during your visit.

Return timing: Round-trip tickets from Glen Blair Junction are valid on any train running back to the depot that same day.

Model railroad barn: Your ticket from Fort Bragg includes entry to the model railroad barn to explore local rail history.

Picnic orders: Picnic orders must be placed by 5pm the day before departure, or they may not be ready when you arrive.

Food availability: California Rice Bowls are available to order onsite while supplies last.

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