Railroad Renaissance

Norman Clark and 35 investors will be purchasing the rights to the old track from Southern Pacific. Mr. Clark has struggled to make a profit with Big Trees Roaring Camp over the years but sees great possibilities here to run a trip down to Santa Cruz for various purposes. The track has been lying dormant since 1982 due to storm damage. he hopes to have the ride to the Boardwalk ready by July 4th.
Creator: Tom Philp
Source: SANTA CRUZ SENTINEL
Date: 1985-02-15
Type: NEWS
Coverage:
  • Felton
  • 1980s
Identifier: FE-FEL-BIG TREES-19

Citation

Philp, Tom. “Railroad Renaissance.” SANTA CRUZ SENTINEL. 1985-02-15. SCPL Local History. https://history.santacruzpl.org/omeka/items/show/141147. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.