Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad

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Ride a Speeder this weekend on the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad!In addition to our regular Coastal Excursion Train and ...
08/28/2026

Ride a Speeder this weekend on the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad!

In addition to our regular Coastal Excursion Train and Moonlight Excursion rides this weekend 🌙🚂, the West Coast Railroaders Group will be operating Speeder Excursions for the public on Saturday & Sunday from 10 AM–4 PM out of Garibaldi! 🎟️

Now you may be asking yourself… 🤔
“Self, what is a Speeder?” 😄

Well, for those who have never seen one of these before, a railroad speeder is a small gasoline-powered car originally designed to transport railroad maintenance crews, tools, and equipment along the tracks. 🛠️🛤️ Speeders were also often used by section crews to inspect track, perform maintenance, and respond to problems along the railroad. 🔧👷 Their simple design, open cab, and ability to be easily maneuvered on and off the track made them practical workhorses for generations of railroaders.

Today, speeders have been mostly replaced by “hi-rail” trucks (pickup trucks with fold-down railroad wheels), but many railroad enthusiasts and museums operate restored speeders to preserve this ubiquitous and lesser-known facet of railroad history—a part of railroad maintenance that was the lifeblood of section crews for nearly a century.

🛤️ This weekend, the public gets the opportunity to ride the rails like a railroader!

Riding a speeder is a completely different experience from riding the train! 🚂➡️ You’re down close to the rail and ties. It’s noisy, bumpy, and a whole lot of fun—but the views are second to none! 🌲🌊🏔️

If you want to try out this unique way of riding the rails, tickets can be purchased at our Garibaldi boarding area. 🎟️

🎟️ Ticket Prices

Adults (13–64): $12
Seniors (65+) / Veterans / First Responders: $10
Children (2–12): $8

📍 Where:
Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad – Garibaldi Station
402 American Ave.
Garibaldi, OR

📅 When:
Saturday & Sunday, August 29–30
⏰ 10 AM–4 PM

Come on down to Garibaldi and experience a ride on little-known piece of railroad history. This weekend only! 🚂🛤️🌊

This is Jack Honts. He is one of our valued crew members, and he needs our help!While his family calls him Tatum, his ra...
07/31/2026

This is Jack Honts. He is one of our valued crew members, and he needs our help!

While his family calls him Tatum, his railroad family at OCSR calls him Jack, partially because he is the Jack of all trades and partially because he doesn't like going by Tatum at work! Jack does a little of everything at OCSR; track work, shop hand, signal maintenance, train conducting, locomotive firing, you name it. Jack started with us as a Ticket Agent years ago, and he has grown into many roles at the railroad, working his way up through the ranks in part due to his calm demeanor and unwavering work ethic. Most recently Jack was trained as a Locomotive Engineer and officially promoted only 3 weeks ago.

Unfortunately, Jack wont be behind the throttle for a while. Earlier this week, Jack got in a horrific car accident that resulted in serious injuries. To say Jack is lucky to be alive is an understatement, and to say that this accident has left our whole staff shaken up is an even bigger understatement. The mood is somewhat somber right now, but we are keeping our heads high and running trains for hundreds of guests each day. That's the way Jack would want it.

While equipment and infrastructure are an important part of any railroad, none of it would be useful without talented people. Put simply, good people are the most important part of a successful railroad, they are what make the whole operation tick. Jack is an integral part of OCSR, and we want to help him have a speedy recovery. So, we are asking for your help. While we often ask for donations for equipment restoration and capital projects, today we are asking you to help our friend and colleague, Jack. His extended family has set up a Go Fund Me to help Jack and his immediate family as they navigate this tragedy. Any donation, big or small, helps them out.

The link to donate to Jack's Go Fund Me is here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-tatum-honts-recover-after-car-accident

Our thoughts go out to Jack's friends and family during his recovery. There is a long road ahead to full recovery and we hope our fans and friends will consider giving back to our colleague who has helped create happy memories so many visitors to the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad.

07/31/2026

🚂🌙 We're gearing up for our next 21+ Moonlight Train this Saturday night! 🎶🍷

For those that don't know, we've added live music to the festivities aboard the Moonlight Train this year, and this Saturday we're featuring the jazz combo Spindriff! 🎷🎵 They are a talented group of Tillamook County locals whose tunes perfectly fit the era of our historic train.

🎥 Here they are during a practice and sound check session inside the "Wilson River" coach car, built by the Pullman Car Company for the Southern Pacific Railroad in 1924. 🚃✨

🎟️ Tickets are still available for the Moonlight Train!

Enjoy a 3-hour steam-powered journey 🚂💨 departing Garibaldi at 7:30 PM, traveling along the breathtaking Tillamook and Nehalem Bays. 🌊🌲 You'll experience stunning views of the forests, sparkling water, and the Coast Range mountains 🏔️ on the way north, with the evening light shimmering across the bays on the return trip.

🍺🍷 As a 21+ event, passengers are invited to enjoy local beer or wine as the train rolls along this historic route. Featured beers are brewed by Pelican Brewing and Freight Beer, with local wines crafted by Nehalem Bay Winery. 🍻 We also have delicious food offerings from Garibaldi's own Twins Ranch Café 🥪 available for pre-order when booking or for purchase aboard the train.

🎟️ Reserve your seats today:
https://oregoncoastscenic.org/train-rides/moonlight-excursion/

🚂 We can't wait to see you aboard for an unforgettable evening of steam, scenery, live jazz, and great local food and drinks! 🌙🎶✨

Next weekend is Garibaldi Days! 🚂🎆 During Friday through Sunday, this annual summer festival will feature a lively parad...
07/17/2026

Next weekend is Garibaldi Days! 🚂🎆 During Friday through Sunday, this annual summer festival will feature a lively parade down Highway 101 🎺, live music 🎶, a classic car show 🚗, vendor booths 🛍️, and spectacular fireworks 🎇 lighting up Tillamook Bay at dusk. It is going to be a very busy few days on the railroad, with lots of events and trains operating! 🚂

🎊 The Garibaldi Days Parade starts at 11 AM on Saturday the 25th and is one of the main events of the festival—but parking is always a nightmare! 🚗🚫 Instead of fighting the traffic and searching for precious parking, board the OCSR Parade Shuttle Train 🚂 for a worry-free trip to Garibaldi Days!

🕘 This special trip departs from Rockaway Beach at 9:00 AM, arriving in Garibaldi around 9:30 AM—about an hour and a half before the parade begins! ⏰ Passengers can get off the train, grab great seats along the parade route 🪑🎉, and enjoy the festivities.

🎈 Once the parade is over, you can hop right back on the 12 PM return train, or stay longer and catch the 2 PM or 4 PM return to enjoy the vendors 🛍️, local businesses 🏪, and everything Garibaldi Days has to offer! ☀️

🎟️ See more information and book your tickets now:
https://oregoncoastscenic.org/train-rides/gbdaysshuttle/

📸: Train photos by Radford Creative. Parade photos by Scott Sheldon.

🚂 Our first 21+ Moonlight Excursion of the season is almost here!📅 Saturday, July 11th 🕢 Departure: 7:30 PM from Garibal...
07/06/2026

🚂 Our first 21+ Moonlight Excursion of the season is almost here!

📅 Saturday, July 11th
🕢 Departure: 7:30 PM from Garibaldi

Climb aboard for an unforgettable summer evening behind the 100-year-old McCloud River Railroad #25 steam locomotive! This special three-hour round-trip journey departs from Garibaldi and travels north to Wheeler, with a beautiful sunset ride and a return trip along the coast in the evening light.

Enjoy:
🍺 Local beer, wine & cider
🎶 Live music throughout the journey
🌊 Stunning views of Tillamook Bay, Nehalem Bay & the Pacific Ocean
🍽️ Food options from Garibaldi's own Twins Ranch Cafe (pre-order available)
🍬 A complimentary sweet treat for every passenger!

Choose from a variety of ticket options, including train-only, drink packages, food packages, or both. Food, drinks (including non-alcoholic beverages), and additional refreshments will also be available for purchase onboard.

🎟️ Purchase your tickets online at oregoncoastscenic.org or give us a call to reserve your seats today 503-842-7972.

We can't wait to welcome you aboard for our first Moonlight Excursion of the season!🚂

It's one of the most exciting days of the year here at the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad! Today large crowds of visitors ...
07/04/2026

It's one of the most exciting days of the year here at the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad! Today large crowds of visitors will ride our rails to get to the 4th of July Parade and the famous Fireworks Show in Rockaway Beach. They will use the train to explore the coast down to Garibaldi, enjoying visits to the many shops and eateries that make the Tillamook Coast so unique! Every year on Independence Day, the OCSR acts a critical piece of our county's transportation infrastructure, and it does so in style with 100 year old passenger cars and an equally old steam locomotive!

Railroad history is intrinsically tied to the development of our country, and it's part of the reason that we work so hard around here to preserve it. Railroads connected people and goods, moving them from town to town, state to state and coast to coast. They are largely responsible for the development of the west and its many cities that we know today, including the ones that we operate through. As we celebrate 250 years of the United States of America today, countless families will get to witness the dramatic scenery of the Pacific coastline and the deep connection that railroad history has to the growth and uniting of our country. It is a truly "American" experience that creates memories that will last a lifetime!

Happy 4th of July and remember to stay safe out there! 🎆🇺🇸🚂

Fourth of July weekend and America's 250th birthday is almost here, and we have a busy weekend ahead! 🎉🎆🚂 Our 4th of Jul...
07/02/2026

Fourth of July weekend and America's 250th birthday is almost here, and we have a busy weekend ahead! 🎉🎆🚂 Our 4th of July Fireworks Special is completely sold out with a wait list of guests eager to get their chance for a train ride. Not to fret though, because we have multiple excursion options this weekend to choose from!

The Wheeler Limited is departing on Friday evening (July 3rd) bound for the beautiful coastal town of Wheeler! Powered by our 100 year old McCloud River Railroad #25 steam locomotive, the train will chug past the coastal views 🌊, through forests 🌲 and along estuaries in the late afternoon light, with the return trip occurring right at golden hour 🌅! Passengers will be given a layover in stunning Wheeler along the Nehalem Bay, where they will be able to disembark for 1-hour to indulge in local cuisine 🎣 and visit artisan shops 🛍!

🎟 Tickets for the Wheeler Limited Excursion available at https://oregoncoastscenic.org/train-rides/wheelerlimited/

Of course, our Coastal Excursion Train is running every day! Take a step back in time by climbing aboard our signature historic train excursion along the scenic Tillamook Bay and coastal estuaries between Garibaldi and Rockaway Beach. Departing from both Garibaldi and Rockaway Beach, this train ride will take you on a 30 minute trip to the opposite location from your departure point. On board narration on this excursion treats passengers to an immersive step back in time, complete with beautiful views 🌊 and educational information all while traveling at a leisurely pace to your destination. Once at your layover point, passengers are able to get off to explore the restaurants 🍝, shops 🛍 and of course the beach 🏖!

🎟 Tickets for the Coastal Excursion available at https://oregoncoastscenic.org/train-rides/oregon-coast-excursion/

Departing This Friday...Our First Ever Wheeler Limited Excursion! 🎉Why is this special you may ask? The Wheeler Limited ...
06/17/2026

Departing This Friday...Our First Ever Wheeler Limited Excursion! 🎉

Why is this special you may ask? The Wheeler Limited will mark the first time ever during the summer season that OCSR has offered any summer service on the northern half of our railroad that actually stops in the City of Wheeler! The route to Wheeler is used frequently in the summer for our popular 21+ Moonlight Excursions and in the Spring and Fall for our Splendor Excursions. What was missing was a way for passengers of all ages to enjoy that route during the summer time, as well as an opportunity for passengers to get off the train and support Wheeler's growing business community outside of shoulder season. That's why we've introduced the Wheeler Limited!

This is an extended length trip that we're offering on select Fridays throughout the summer. Powered by our 100 year old McCloud River Railroad #25 steam locomotive, passengers aboard this extended length ride will get to experience stunning coastal views 🌊, through forests 🌲 and along estuaries in the late afternoon light, with the return trip occurring right at golden hour 🌅! Passengers will be given a layover in stunning Wheeler along the Nehalem Bay, where they will be able to disembark for 1-hour. During the layover in Wheeler, our partner businesses will be staying open late so passengers can enjoy all that Wheeler has to offer, including local cuisine 🎣 and artisan shops 🛍!

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience a evening full of history, amazing views and experiences to remember. This trip includes informative narration 🎤 about the railroad, local history and the natural world we’re traveling through. This is a family oriented experience and all ages are welcome aboard this excursion! Departure options from both Garibaldi and Rockaway Beach are available, making for varying departure times and trip durations.

🎟 Tickets for the Wheeler Limited Excursion available at https://oregoncoastscenic.org/train-rides/wheelerlimited/ See less

Summer Special Excursions are now booking at Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad!We are excited to bring back our popular Moonl...
06/08/2026

Summer Special Excursions are now booking at Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad!

We are excited to bring back our popular Moonlight Excursion Trains for the summer season as well as our new Wheeler Limited Excursions that will allow folks of all ages to enjoy the beautiful scenery on our line to Wheeler! A little bit about each excursion below:

🍻🎵🌕 The Moonlight Excursion Train is a 21+ affair! Passengers experience an unforgettable evening aboard our steam powered journey with drinks 🍺, live music 🎶 and stunning scenery 🌊! This round-trip ride from Garibaldi travels north to Wheeler as the sun sets, allowing passengers to enjoy the return trip along the coast in evening light 🌕. New for 2026, we will be featuring a host of live musicians to set the mood as you as you take in the views along Tillamook Bay, Nehalem Bay and the Pacific Ocean!

As a 21+ event, passengers are invited to indulge in local beer or wine as the train rolls along the historic route. Featured beers are brewed by Pelican Brewing and Freight Beer, with local wines crafted by Nehalem Bay Winery. We also have food offerings from Garibaldi’s own Twins Ranch Café available for pre-order when booking or for purchase on the train.

🎟 Tickets for the Moonlight Excursion available at: https://oregoncoastscenic.org/train-rides/moonlight-excursion/

🌲🌄 The Wheeler Limited is our newest addition for the 2026 season! For the first time ever, OCSR is pleased to offer limited summer service on the northern half of our railroad to the City of Wheeler! As the train rolls along, passengers will be able to take in the sights and sounds of our 100 year old McCloud River Railroad #25 steam locomotive as the train chugs past the coastal views 🌊, through forests 🌲 and along estuaries in the late afternoon light, with the return trip occurring right at golden hour 🌅! Passengers will be given a layover in stunning Wheeler along the Nehalem Bay, where they will be able to disembark for 1-hour. During the layover in Wheeler, our partner businesses will be staying open late so passengers can enjoy all that Wheeler has to offer, including local cuisine 🎣 and artisan shops 🛍!

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience a evening full of history, amazing views and experiences to remember. This trip includes informative narration 🎤 about the railroad, local history and the natural world we’re traveling through. This is a family oriented experience and all ages are welcome aboard this excursion! Departure options from both Garibaldi and Rockaway Beach are available, making for varying trip times.

🎟 Tickets for the Wheeler Limited Excursion available at https://oregoncoastscenic.org/train-rides/wheelerlimited/

Aboard our regular excursion trains, our Car Host Docents provide a narrative to our passengers, educating them about th...
06/02/2026

Aboard our regular excursion trains, our Car Host Docents provide a narrative to our passengers, educating them about the history of the railroad, the historic equipment and the natural wonders of the Tillamook Coast. Most of the time, this narrative is provided by Volunteers that graciously donate their time to our non-profit heritage railroad.

As we are now operating 7-days a week, we are looking for move Volunteers to join our team of Car Hosts! This is a great opportunity to not only help tell the story of our railroad and this region, but also to interact with guests from around the world who come to visit the railroad and Tillamook County. Scheduling is flexible, and on the job/classroom training is provided!

Show your interest online now at: https://oregoncoastscenic.org/contact/

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Garibaldi, OR
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