The Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that was founded in 1968. Both the railroad and W.E. “Bill” Mason Carousel exist as a legacy of Billy Jones and as a means to preserve history and entertain the public.

It's the most wonderful time of the year aboard our Annual Santa Trains. Our Museum is transformed where guests can see spectacular light shows. and more family fun.

Make the holiday season extra festive aboard the Wine Train! Savor Napa’s gorgeous fall landscape as your backdrop and soak in some holiday magic with festive carolers at the station and seasonal craft cocktails to enjoy on board.

We invite you to climb aboard to the sounds of holiday music playing in the background, a more socially distanced train ride, with a reading of Skippy the TrainDeer by Author Shelle Hart, and a socially distanced visit from Santa as he passes through your railroad coach.

Climb aboard a newly-imagined Christmas experience out of Willits! You'll enjoy seasonal treats and decor on a wonderful journey through the redwoods to Mr. Skunk's Giant Christmas Tree, a decorated redwood along the line, which also serves as the workshop for Santa Mr. Skunk.

Relive the magical journey of THE POLAR EXPRESS on an hour-long train ride to the North Pole. Once you reach the North Pole, the jolly old elf – Santa himself – will come on board to give each passenger a silver sleighbell, the “first gift of Christmas.”

Step aboard the Magical Christmas Train and be transported to an enchanting winter wonderland! Find magic in memories that will last a lifetime with a holiday tradition that is fun for the whole family.

Get ready to embark on a spectacular holiday journey with not one, but two enchanting train experiences! the River Fox Train's "Magical Christmas Train" and the Skunk Train's "The World’s Largest Christmas Tree Train" invite families and holiday enthusiasts to create cherished memories during this festive season.

A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz.

Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through Santa Cruz streets. Passengers lend their voices to holiday carols and sip spiced cider while Santa visits with the little ones and the young at heart!

Enjoy a 1.5 hour-long round trip through Niles Canyon filled with refreshments, music, and cheer aboard our antique coaches and open cars that feature holiday lights and decorations inside and out.

We are proud to announce the 2022 Holiday Train! On December 3 & 4, Santa will start his journey in San Francisco and make his way down the Peninsula, marking the start of the holiday season.

Details TBA