FELTON TRAIN FIELD GUIDE
A Day Out with Thomas: A short, family-focused steam tour through Felton’s towering Big Trees
A 25-minute Big Adventures Tour with Thomas the Tank Engine™ at Roaring Camp Railroads in Felton — this guide summarizes the logistics, setting, and on-site activities for families.
A Day Out with Thomas: A short, family-focused steam tour through Felton’s towering Big Trees.
In Felton, California, Roaring Camp Railroads stages the Big Adventures Tour featuring Thomas the Tank Engine™ for a family day through the majestic Big Trees. The outing pairs a short, scenic train experience with on-site activities such as face painting, storytelling and live entertainment, making it an accessible introduction to steam and redwood country for children and adults alike.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A ride with Thomas the Tank Engine™
The centerpiece is a guided Thomas the Tank Engine™ experience—an organized train ride designed as the Big Adventures Tour that places families aboard for the signature Thomas outing in Roaring Camp Railroads' setting.
A short route through the Big Trees
The tour travels through the area’s majestic Big Trees, offering a condensed but scenic passage set against Felton’s redwood surroundings—an experience built around the forested landscape.
Family-focused entertainment and activities
Beyond the ride, the event includes family activities on site—face painting, storytelling and live entertainment are part of the day’s program to keep children engaged before or after the train experience.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
Expect a short, deliberately staged family outing: a focused train ride aboard Thomas the Tank Engine™ that runs through Felton’s Big Trees, framed by scheduled activities for children and live entertainment at the venue. The format is compact—designed to deliver the character-driven spectacle and a touch of redwood scenery in a single visit.
THE LOCOMOTIVE
A ride with Thomas the Tank Engine™
The centerpiece is a guided Thomas the Tank Engine™ experience—an organized train ride designed as the Big Adventures Tour that places families aboard for the signature Thomas outing in Roaring Camp Railroads' setting.
THE SETTING
A short route through the Big Trees
The tour travels through the area’s majestic Big Trees, offering a condensed but scenic passage set against Felton’s redwood surroundings—an experience built around the forested landscape.
THE ACTIVITIES
Family-focused entertainment and activities
Beyond the ride, the event includes family activities on site—face painting, storytelling and live entertainment are part of the day’s program to keep children engaged before or after the train experience.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing fits — and who should verify suitability before booking.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The core train experience runs approximately 25 minutes; check event dates and showtimes with the operator for the specific schedule.
Meet at 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA — confirm arrival time and check-in procedures with Roaring Camp Railroads ahead of your visit.
Bring the family and any tickets or confirmations required by the operator; verify any additional recommendations or restrictions with Roaring Camp Railroads.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the train ride with Thomas?
The ride duration is 25 minutes.
Where do I meet for the Day out with Thomas event?
The meeting location is 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA.
What activities are included besides the train ride?
On-site programming includes face painting, storytelling and live entertainment.
Who operates the Day out with Thomas event?
The event is operated by Roaring Camp Railroads.
When is the Big Adventures Tour with Thomas scheduled?
The listing includes specific date ranges for the event; check the operator’s ticketing information for the exact dates and availability.