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Tilden Steam Train (Redwood Valley Railway)

When
Visit on your scheduleSaturday–Sunday 11am–6pm (fall 2026 sheet, weather permitting); winter schedule not published
Where
Tilden Steam Train (Redwood Valley Railway)2481 Grizzly Peak Blvd, Orinda, CA 94563Open in Google Maps ↗
Ages
All ages; children under 2 years ride for free
Cost
$5 per ride; $20 for 5 rides; children under 2 years ride for free
Organizer
Redwood Valley Railway (EBRPD concession)

A 15-inch-gauge steam railroad in Tilden Regional Park's south end, operated by the Redwood Valley Railway concession, with a scenic loop through the hills. Per EBRPD's Tilden Attractions sheet for fall 2026 (effective September–October 2026): Saturday–Sunday 11am–6pm, all dates and hours weather permitting; fares $5 per ride, $20 for 5 rides, children under 2 years ride for free. The entrance is at the Grizzly Peak Blvd/Lomas Cantadas end of the park (Orinda address). Winter hours and holiday schedules were not published on the pages read.

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Official sources checked2026-10-13

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What was checked & what still needs confirmation

The sheet is labeled 'Fall: Effective September - October 2026'; November–January hours unknown. redwoodvalleyrailway.com currently serves blog-style posts of uncertain provenance and was not used.