The Historic Niles Canyon Railway runs from Sunol Station through Niles Canyon and back. Train excursions operate on select weekends from February to October. Diesel and steam-powered trains take turns, with diesel trains running on Saturdays and steam trains on Sundays. The round trip lasts roughly … [Read more...]
Day Trip: Nevada State Railroad Museum Boulder City, Nevada
Nevada State Railroad Museum Boulder City showcases locomotives, rail cars, railroad equipment, and a permanent display on the construction of Boulder City and Hoover Dam. Four locomotives are displayed at the central pavilion, including two colossal steam locomotives - Union Pacific Locomotive 264 … [Read more...]
Fairplex Garden Railroad Kids Day Trip
Fairplex Garden Railroad is open year-round on the second Sunday of each month and every day during the Los Angeles County Fair. Kids of all ages will love visiting this fantastic train layout.This is the oldest and largest publicly operating garden railroad in the United States. It was started … [Read more...]
Oakland Zoo Day Trip Affordable Family Fun
The Oakland Zoo provides various educational programs and activities for children throughout the year, making it an ideal destination for science field trips, family outings, and thrilling birthday celebrations.First opened in 1922, the Bay Area's award-winning Oakland Zoo is a beautiful blend … [Read more...]