# Chelatchie Prairie Railroad: Christmas Tree & Santa Steam Trains > Event for families in the Portland–Vancouver–Hillsboro area (OR / WA). Times are Pacific Time. - When: Nov 28 – Dec 20 · 10:00 AM - Where: Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Depot, 207 N Railroad Ave, Yacolt, WA 98675 - Ages: All ages - Price: $14 (Youth) / $20 (Adults); Under 2 free - Organizer: Chelatchie Prairie Railroad - Official page: https://www.bycx.org/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/portland/activities/chelatchie-prairie-railroad-christmas-tree-and-santa-steam-trains--listing-b21156e7d5ef4cd64121d6ff ## About Travel through the foothills of the Cascade Mountains in North Clark County aboard the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad's vintage Christmas trains. Departing from Yacolt, Washington, vintage diesel and steam locomotives haul families through forest tunnels and across scenic river bridges to a secluded forest landing. Families can choose and cut a fresh Douglas fir Christmas tree or enjoy a visit from Santa Claus who shares treats with young riders. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Vintage passenger cars require boarding steps; wagons and strollers can be stowed on board or checked at Yacolt Depot. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Heated historic depot with restrooms and hot cider counter. • Age Suitability: All ages. • Sensory Tips: Scenic mountain scenery with the smell of woodsmoke and fir trees. ## Similar picks in Portland - [Helvetia Christmas Tree Farm Opening Weekend with Santa](https://grassyknees.com/portland/activities/helvetia-christmas-tree-farm-opening-weekend-with-santa--listing-7047dd8ff993bb4b68efe732) — Fri, Nov 27 (+4 more dates) · 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Helvetia Christmas Tree Farm, Hillsboro · All ages · checked Oct 30. 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