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Tall redwoods and stiff drinks are the stars of California’s new adults-only train car
10/15/26
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Mendocino Railway announced today that President and CEO Robert Jason Pinoli has been elected to the Board of Directors of the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA), representing the association’s Pacific Region.
10/06/26
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The world-famous Skunk Train is officially introducing the Noyo, its newest Presidential Class experience and a new way to travel through the redwoods from Willits.
09/16/26
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September brought a wave of tourism-related media attention to Mendocino County as the Skunk Train and its local tourism and hospitality partners welcomed prominent journalists, content creators and statewide tourism leaders to the region.
09/09/26
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Mendocino Railway has completed the over-the-road movement of the Noyo, the newest car in the California Western Railroad/Skunk Train fleet, transporting it from Fort Bragg to Willits by highway.
08/18/26
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American Rails
Mendocino Railway has completed the over-the-road movement of the Noyo, the newest car in the California Western Railroad/Skunk Train fleet, transporting it from Fort Bragg to Willits by highway. View Full Article
08/18/26
Press Release
Guests visiting the Skunk Train’s iconic Glen Blair Junction can now enjoy more than towering redwoods and scenic rail adventures.
07/21/26
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ASLRRA
The Skunk Train’s design for its Locomotive 1776 is inspired by patriotic railroad displays including the famous Freedom Train of 1948. View Full Article
07/01/26
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Progressive Railroading
The Morristown and Erie Railway (M&E) yesterday unveiled its commemorative locomotive to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States at the railroad’s headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey. View Full Article
06/23/26
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The fall season is finally here, and you’ve celebrated in the most memorable way possible – With a Skunk Train ride on our Pumpkin Express! From festive treats and activities, to choosing your perfect pumpkin among our wonderous patch, the autumnal vibes were successfully achieved. But why end the seasonal fun there? Don’t let your […]
10/10/24
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All aboard, nature lovers! Get ready for an enthralling ride through the heart of California’s redwood forests on the legendary Skunk Train. As we wind our way through the towering trees and lush landscapes of the Mendocino coast, keep your eyes peeled for some furry and feathered friends who call this spectacular landscape home. First […]
06/29/24
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Mendocino Railway announced today that President and CEO Robert Jason Pinoli has been elected to the Board of Directors of the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA), representing the association’s Pacific Region.
10/06/26
Press Release
The world-famous Skunk Train is officially introducing the Noyo, its newest Presidential Class experience and a new way to travel through the redwoods from Willits.
09/16/26
Press Release
September brought a wave of tourism-related media attention to Mendocino County as the Skunk Train and its local tourism and hospitality partners welcomed prominent journalists, content creators and statewide tourism leaders to the region.
09/09/26
Press Release
Mendocino Railway has completed the over-the-road movement of the Noyo, the newest car in the California Western Railroad/Skunk Train fleet, transporting it from Fort Bragg to Willits by highway.
08/18/26
Press Release
Guests visiting the Skunk Train’s iconic Glen Blair Junction can now enjoy more than towering redwoods and scenic rail adventures.
07/21/26
Press Release
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, Mendocino Railway’s California Western Railroad / Skunk Train has unveiled Locomotive 1776, honoring the nation’s past, present, and future through one of the country’s most enduring symbols of progress: the railroad.
06/22/26
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Mendocino Railway’s Skunk Train has officially been named one of the 10 Best Scenic Train Rides in the country by the USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, earning recognition among some of the most iconic and scenic rail journeys in the United States.
06/02/26
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On Friday, September 26, the Surface Transportation Board (STB) issued a definitive ruling affirming that Mendocino Railway is—and has continuously been since 2004—a Class III rail carrier subject to the Board’s exclusive federal jurisdiction.
10/14/25
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This October, fall fun comes alive aboard the Pumpkin Express, Northern California’s only pumpkin patch train ride.
09/17/25
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Dual-mode vehicles that can travel on roads and rails have been around for a while now, with the idea first having been explored over a century ago. In 2025, we’re going autonomous: a Utah-based startup is set to launch a pilot project running its autonomous road-rail vehicle on California’s Skunk Train route this year. View […]
05/06/25