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Skunk Train From Willits: Wolf Tree Turn Train Tickets

Take a 2-hour, 16-mile round-trip historic train ride from Willits to the 1,740-foot summit, passing through Tunnel #2 before descending into the Noyo River Canyon.

Make a brief stop at Crowley to hop off and see the ancient Wolf Tree, with time for sightseeing and photos along the way.

Enjoy a comfortable, curated ride that lets you take in the scenery without having to drive, making it easy to fit into a day of exploring.

Travel through changing landscapes as the train climbs to the summit and winds back down into the forested Noyo River Canyon.

Choose a Highball Express tour for a festive experience with a 45-minute stop at Crowley, or opt for a VIP package that includes early boarding, priority concessions, a commemorative gift, and a picnic lunch with your train ticket.

2-hour, 16-mile, round-trip Skunk Train ride from Willits

Brief stop at Crowley to view the Wolf Tree

Opportunity to get off the train at Crowley

Standard Experience (as per option selected)

VIP Experience (as per option selected)

Highball Express (as per option selected)

45-min stop at Crowley (as per option selected)

Local Mendocino beers, wines, and spirits (not included; available for purchase)

Picnic lunch (as per option selected)

Advance boarding (as per option selected)

Commemorative gift (as per option selected)

Priority concessions (as per option selected)

Food and beverages

Local Mendocino beers, wines, and spirits (not included; available for purchase)

Dog tickets

Additional experiences not included with your ticket

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Ride the historic Skunk Train from Willits on a 2-hour, 16-mile round-trip through forests, tunnels, and river canyon to the Wolf Tree.

Getting started

Begin your journey in Willits by boarding the Skunk Train for the scheduled departure. Trains run from early spring through December, so arrive at least 30 minutes before departure time for boarding and any pre-ordered picnic pickup. The train runs rain or shine, so dress for the weather and prepare to be seated in your assigned coach or accessible space.

What to expect

Skunk Train from Willits (Wolf Tree Turn)

This Skunk Train route takes you from Willits over the Summit of the line to Crowley and the Wolf Tree, before returning to your starting point.

Features

Historic ride: Settle in for a 2-hour, 16-mile round-trip train ride from Willits, traveling on a historic Diesel-Electric engine that follows the original Skunk Train railway.

Scenic route: Climb to the Summit of the line at an elevation of 1,740 feet, then pass through Tunnel #2 as the route shifts from upland forest to the river canyon landscape.

Multiple landscapes: Watch the scenery change as you descend into the Noyo River Canyon, then reach Crowley for a brief stop to view the distinctive Wolf Tree and its surrounding forest.

Wolf Tree stop: Use the opportunity to get off the train at Crowley, stretch your legs, and experience the Wolf Tree area from the ground before reboarding for the return trip.

At the end of the round-trip, you arrive back in Willits where you disembark and can continue your plans independently.

What to bring

Clothing: Dress appropriately for the weather as trains run rain or shine.

Picnic orders: Place any picnic lunch orders by 5 pm the day before your departure.

Accessibility

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

Additional information

Seasonality: Trains depart from Willits from early spring through December.

Arrival time: Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure as the train leaves promptly.

Weather: Trains run in all weather conditions, so the trip operates rain or shine.

Infants: Infants aged 2 and under ride free when seated on an adult's lap.

Cab rides: Cab rides are available only for guests aged 18 years and older.

Dogs: Dog tickets must be purchased separately if you are traveling with a dog.

VIP tickets: VIP tickets are offered as a separate purchase option.

Food and drinks: Food and beverages are not included unless you have pre-ordered them.

Late picnic orders: Picnic orders placed after 5 pm the day before departure may not be ready on arrival.

If you select VIP: If you select VIP Train Tickets, you will enjoy the VIP option on the same 2-hour round-trip route.

If you select Express: If you select Express (Standard), you will follow the same 2-hour round-trip Wolf Tree Turn route.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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