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Calico Railroad

3.9 (27 reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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Candace D.

Fun for kids scary for ME! A bunch of bank robbers who were looking for our valuables ...eeek! Other than that it was a great view through the park and climate inside was perfect!

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Tony G.

This gem of a railroad goes around Knott's Berry Farm and is an actual working steam locomotive that has been in the park since it opened in 1952. Before that, it was in operation on the Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad and Rio Grande Southern Railroad. I really like this as I use it as my "rest ride". This train pulls 5 cars all together. My favorite is the second to last car, which is the open car so I have a view of everything. What I love about this car in particular is that I am in full view of the "train robbers" that pop out of the caboose as we are somewhere near Prop Shop Pizza. They come out yelling funny things such as "all right! Hand it over! We take gold bars, silver bars, candy bars! Whatcha got?" I tell them that I am married and am also a teacher and they immediately respond with "oh wow. Here, take this money bag. You need it more than I do!" They are comedy gold! Their interactions with the forward cars are hilarious and they also take time out with silly conversations with kids as well. I love this historical piece and believe it or not, I live in Cypress and can hear the train whistle from my house!

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Linh Y.

My friend and I were at Knott's this past Sunday. She loves extreme rides. I'm a baby in a grown up body so I go for the tamer and more gentler rides LOL. Calico Railroad is a train that goes around the park. It's about a 15 mins ride which isn't too bad. They even provide some cowboy talk entertainment during the ride LOL. I sat near the window and my friend sat on the opposite side of me also near the window. I liked the breeze that came through the window. This ride gave me 15 mins of my life to reflect on my life LOL. Nice calm train ride! Enjoy!

Ghost Town Station
Rachel Macie H.

Nothing beats a trip down the old Calico Railway for the circle tour of Knott's by train! The engine and train cars themselves are the original ones that would travel around Colorado's Rio Grande Southern Railroad and Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad back in the day to get fine folks where they needed to go. The Calico Railway is always a great way to relax after many hours on the farm grounds as there is an abundance of seating on the train some inside and some outside. When your sitting outside you get a cool little breeze if it's not too hot of a day so it definitely helps you to stay cool! On slower days the park runs the Galloping Goose which was used many many years ago as a quick transport for miners who were looking for a quick way to get back to the mine. More or less a workhorse to get them from the camp to the mine or in this case a workgoose! Hahaha When you step on to the Calico Railroad your in for a history treat as the trains themselves are full of it! Also don't forget your in the old west and bandits might just jump out and rob you at any given moment so hide your valuables or risk loosing them to the thieves! See you around the farm!

Train car selfie!
Steve F.

Date of visit: August 20, 2016 Since we hadn't been onboard the Calico Railroad before, we decided to hop on the train and see where it takes us. It's one of the original rides from Knott's Berry Farm still in operation since the '50s (January 12, 1952, to be precise) and is an authentic Denver and Rio Grande Narrow Gauge train used from the early 20th century. It looks cool, it's got that sense of history... but there's only one station with no stops, and most of the scenery during the tour is of the backstage area of the park - meaning you won't see much of notice. The one thing I will like about this ride are the two train robbers that make their way forward through the cars. They have a great sense of improv - for example, when they saw a kid with a stuffed Charmander, they had to ask him, "So, you brought a fire Pokemon onto a steam engine with a wooden track?" When they saw another little guy who was celebrating his birthday, they asked him the following: - Train robber: "Did you get any birthday money?" - *kid shakes head no* - Train robber: "You want to go make some?" *offers his gun to the kid, much to the laughter of the riders* Overall, if you want to rest your feet for a while and you haven't been to Knott's, hop on the Calico Railroad - otherwise, if you're a park veteran, mosey along...

Craig Y.

I remember this train ride back when I was little but I was a bit disappointed this time I remembered back in the day they had bad Cowboys come on and hold up the train you know a little show on that he train but that didn't happen I wonder if they changed that.

Sheila J.

This is dumb, da, dumb, dumb, dumb. What a waste, in my opinion. Sorry, not sorry. The train looks so cool, too! There are various cars to sit in; some covered and some not. The steam is neat to watch, the whistle fun to hear, and the deep noises of the engine are hypnotic. Ok, it's kinda funny and cool that train robbers mess with you, but that's it! The tour around is so quick and not as aesthetically pleasing as one would hope. Can we revamp this a little, Knott's? How about stopping it altogether and using the train to house a wine bar, or something? Probably not. Okay, go ahead and do this ride once in your life, but if you board it a second time, I'm clueless as to why you'd even consider that. There are even better places to sit in the shade, elsewhere in the park. SMH.

in the caboose
Mark Y.

Very cool train ride around the grounds. We were there early so there weren't many people riding the train yet. We had the caboose all to ourselves...well, until the train robbers busted in through the back door nearly giving me a heart attack..haha. Fun way to relax and keep cool when the sun is beating down.

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Fun little train ride, it was over before long it's an real train narrow gage. It's a blast from the past.

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Great for kids and a nice train ride around the park if you are in need of a break. Watch out for the train robbers (note: not real ones)!

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Knott's Berry Farm - Cute bear!

Knott's Berry Farm

3.3(5.2k reviews)
0.1 mi

I went here a few weekends ago with my sisters & I can confirm that the park is just as magical as…read moreI remember as a kid! The old Western storefronts are just so cool! It felt like you were truly in the Wild West. I loved buying souvenirs in the shops. They have a large Knott's Berry Farm official restaurant there as well. The rides are all very unique which was nice. A good variety: there are big roller coasters, fun car/buggy rides, tall drop rides, 3-D rides, etc. They also had tons of great candy stores too. As a sugar lover myself, I throughly enjoyed the candy bins & boysenberry snacks. Overall, a very fun place to spend the day. I stayed all day & can't wait to return again.

Had a terrible experience on October 10, 2026. We had four people in our party and went into the…read morestandby line for Xcelerator. The guy working at the merge between the regular line and the "fast lane" in the afternoon at 3:30 PM was the absolute worst. I understand that people in the fast lane have priority over riders but you don't just let 25 to 30 minutes of people pass and let the regular lane on standby. There would be a few groups that would scan in via wristband or with their piece of paper which is fine but there were so many times where the line ends and the guy working would wait 2 to 3 minutes without letting anyone from the regular line go on. The line to get on the actual ride wasn't long at all until it got very full with 30 minutes of fast lane riders which was about 80 to 100 people easily. Once we got to the actual standby line, it started drizzling a little bit so they closed down the ride for who knows how long. We waited and waited even after the rain subsided but they still didn't open up. We waited over 30 minutes and decided to leave the line through the front which was the only way out. After about 10 minutes, they decided to open up the ride which was very frustrating. Two of us came back at 4:50 PM. I'm a tall guy but I was within the height limit. I know this because I've been on this ride a few years ago without any problem at all. My friend and I waited almost 30 minutes and it was finally time for us to get on. As soon as I get in the car, some teenager working there with blond hair demands that I get up so they could measure me. I asked if I can take off my HOKAS which add an inch to my height to which he declined and told me to get out. If I was approached by a Knott's employee anytime within the hour of me waiting my first time around or the 30 minutes my second time to check my height, I would've been okay with that. Instead, I waited almost an hour and a half total only to be kicked out in a rude manner after I got comfortable. My neck also fit the headrest with plenty of room to spare so there was no problem there. My biggest complaint is to the young Hispanic male working the merge that's probably in his early to mid 20s. He was 100% not following line protocol because why would you let 20 minutes of "fast lane" holders through without even batting an eye to the regular standby line even when nobody was coming through? At one point, there were a few guests with wristbands that didn't scan but he let them through anyways. Also, your ride wait times are not near accurate. There were a few rides in Camp Snoopy with a 5 minute wait time and they all took 25 to 30 minutes. The log ride said 60 minutes but it took less than 10 minutes. Most rides said 10 to 15 minutes but actually was a 30 to 40 minutes standby wait time. Knott's is one of those theme parks that only hire incompetent teenagers and kids in their early 20s that know nothing about customer service or safety. Since the Knott's owner merged with Six Flags, I expect lots of changes. First off, paying $40 for parking for it to be way off property past the hotels is insane. The $60 preferred parking isn't good either because it's still extremely far away. Your employees are absolute garbage and need to learn basic communication skills. Lastly, the safety equipment for your rides are all trash. Every single ride needs a renovation because there's rust everywhere and it's very bumpy. Spend more money and go to Disneyland or an actual theme park and not this hot garbage. Easily the worst theme park in the area.

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4.5(935 reviews)
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3.0(4 reviews)
0.0 mi

Review #1010 2026-080…read more The Boardwalk Games & Arcade features different interactive games as well as an arcade with the latest & most popular games. The latter was reimagined in 02/2025 as The Factory Floor Arcade to feature a 1920s factory theme with 70 games & virtual reality attractions: Godzilla & Rilex Coaster. Players can redeem their winnings at the redemption counter that's stocked with prizes. The outdoor area is lined with traditional midway carnival games of skill & chance: 3-Point Challenge, Beach Ball Bust, Boardwalk Hoops, Bonkers, Dune Buggy Dash, Gearhead Knock Down, Hang Time Challenge, Hi-Striker, Ring Toss, Strike Out, Surf's Up, The Guessing Game (Knott's operator either guesses age or weight within a specific margin to win a prize), Woodstock's Birdbath (this is a "winner every time" game), etc. Both require additional fees from park admission. We rarely play at the Boardwalk Games & Arcade unless there's a collectible toy that caught our kids' eye. While it's a couple of dollars, it adds up due to the difficulty level, except Woodstock's Birdbath (but its prizes are less desirable), & the frustration of not winning anything after spending a lot of time & money. A $5 plushie might cost $50 after multiple failed attempts... yikes! We limited our kiddos to $20. One of the handful of times my eldest played, H won a Squishmallow at one of the booths on her 1st try! ^_^ Whoohoo! Recommended: If you're pretty skilled or just damn lucky, I'd say go for it!

Okay so an arcade at a theme park should come with certain expectations, but C'MON!…read more The games here are new and working, which is great, but the PRICE is way too high. If you are here and you are absolutely itching to play at an arcade, it's fine for what it is, but the ticket redemptions and the price per play is a big rip off. In addition, they have claw machines that are all set to such a low rate of winning that it's totally not worth it at all. I wouldn't recommend it. If you are really in an arcade mood, there are plenty of spots outside of the theme park that you can go to.

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Background On Calico Mine Ride: Opened in 1960, the Calico Mine Ride was the first major,…read morelarge-scale attraction at Knott's Berry Farm, famously transforming the location into a modern theme park capable of competing with Disneyland. Designed by legendary theme park creator Wendell "Bud" Hurlbut, the slow-moving, 8-minute dark ride takes passengers on a steam train through a highly detailed, bustling western gold mine. It is celebrated for its mix of realism and wonder, featuring deep underground caverns, waterfalls, geysers, and vibrant glowing stalagmites. Award: Calico Mine Ride received the THEA Classic award in 1998. The award honors exemplary, timeless attractions that have operated continuously for over 20 years and set new industry standards. Background On Upgrade: In January 2014, the ride underwent a massive refurbishment in partnership with Garner Holt Productions. This extensive makeover restored the classic attraction to its former glory by adding over 50 new animatronic figures, new lighting, and enhanced audio while still honoring the attraction's original charm. For a full point-of-view experience that takes you on a tour through all of the ride's detailed, subterranean scenes and glowing caverns: Visitation Rights: Been on this rides countless of times. My heart can't take all these other fast rides no more. Wait Time: Wait time can be long due to having only one train operating. It's a oldie, but goodie. Just keep calm and go with the flow. Location: Located in the Ghost Town section. Ambiance/Decor: A slow moving classic dark ride with animations. It smelled really bad last time when we were in the waiting queue. We originally thought it was the person in front of us... then we started pointing fingers at each other. LoL Once we left the area, the smell was gone. :) Calico Mine For Thought: I wouldn't mind riding the ride again. Hopefully, the smell won't be there the next time we go.

Werid ride, very step into the past to see how old rides used to be…read more Hard to hear what is said, everyone looks creepy. Can probably get on quick, semi indoor ride

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4.0(846 reviews)
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Let me preface my reface my review, I am a professional mini…read moregolfer, I've been to hundreds if not thousands of courses over the years, in every area I've ever traveled in, in most of America. And this takes the cake as my all time favorite. The courses have great holes, with a large variety of simple classic style holes. But the place really shines in decor and atmosphere. It really leans into a more vintage vibe, considering this place is nearly 60 years old the grounds are immaculate, which is unheard of anywhere near LA. Amazing buildings and hedge arches dot the real turfed landscape. Vintage music plays out of old megaphones. Did I mention the place is massive? The parking lot holds maybe 400 cars, but expect it to be nearly full. It has vintage bumper boats, an arcade and 4 18 hole courses. Pricing is fair, 16.50 a person, and parking prices can vary but are usually free. Whoever maintains the grounds needs a serious raise, everything here is just perfect! COME AT NIGHT. This place really shines at night, when everything is lit up it is truly magical. One of the best in the nation, don't miss.

We came here for an event and I have to say, I was impressed with how well maintained this business…read moreis, especially when you consider some of the facilities are original to when they opened over 55 years ago. All the buildings, obstacles, decor and equipment were clean and well maintained and the water features all had fresh, clean water flowing through them, no signs of algae or stagnation anywhere. There were a few signs of aging around some of the cups and on some of the putting surfaces, but it is to be expected. I really wanted to score a 4.5, but gave it the full five because the mini-golf courses were so well-maintained. (Since we were there for a benefit and didn't pay admission, I cannot comment on the pricing or the relative value.)

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4.0(7 reviews)
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JUST TO PREFACE: Anything over a 30 - 45 minute wait might not be the most worth it as Villain's…read moreGrove ONLY occurs when it's Oogie Boogie Bash. It opens during sun down AKA when all the other normies without event tickets get kicked out around 6 PM I believe and of course its an experience that is BEST in total darkness when the sun has already set. Despite going to Oogie Boogie for a couple years already, this was my first time ever going to Villain's Grove only by virtue of the line moving super fast (less than 15 minutes in our case) and that we reached the capacity of the amount of candy that we've already gotten from Trick or Treating. Since this experience has NO VILLAINS to meet NOR any candy to get, just make sure you have your priorities in check. Since any wait longer than that will cut into your precious Oogie Boogie time and that IS a sold out event most years, if not every year. This takes place at what usually is the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail and there's a slightly different route if you need ADA wheelchair accessibility. It's a neat experience with "geysers", candles, lights, fog, music, the simulation of rain and thunderstorms that give you a neat villainous vibe from familiar faces such as the Evil Queen, Maleficent, Scar, Dr. Facilier, etc. From an artistic perspective it's pretty neat how they pulled off some of the grove. Make sure to get a picture at the end of the grove when you enter the light. Very cool and dramatic photo for sure.

Love walking through here during the oogie boogie nights. Line may be a bit long right when it…read moreopens. If you wait while the parade is going it may have a bit of a shorter wait. All walk through immersive experience of artistic displays to bring out the childhood movies that we all know and love. Each area has a separate theme to discover the portrayed character. No treat trail here this year. Definitely a must stop if you enjoy artistic expression. If you're more about the rides & candy this may not be as appealing.

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4.1(458 reviews)
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This is my second time having my son's party at Urban Air Fullerton, and both times the entire…read morestaff was overly accommodating and professional. This year I reserved a party room, and Montze was our Host, she was excellent. By far the absolute best service I've ever gotten. Attentive, patient, accommodating & caring, she was great! The kids really loved being able to use the TV the way that they wanted to in order to entertain all 10 kids Wish I would've left a bigger tip Thx again Montze!!

Great venue for the kids! Lots of activities, almost too…read moremany that the little kids felt overwhelmed at first. But that is a good problem to have. The kids never came up and told me they were bored, we had a range of kids from 6-11 girls and boys. Our party host, Viviana was amazing! Super helpful and totally even did my decorations in the room. She was on top of all of it. The timing and attention to detail are a major plus. I felt like I barely needed to do anything. She even secured us a large table after our party window had ended for in the room. The kids absolutely loved the zipline, the laser tag and all the obstacles. It was nice to see that there was an attendant at each activity and they were on it. It was refreshing to have employees actually paying attention and keeping everyone safe. would definitely go again! PS Parking can be difficult, oh and they serve alcohol! Yay for parents!

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Knott's Soak City - Need to cool down

Knott's Soak City

3.1(578 reviews)
0.4 mi

Jorge is very professional. Kind! And helpful! He did what…read morehe could to help! Thank you! We all figured we can't help the fact that it gets busy on the weekends. No, rings available when there's that many. Plus, shoes galore

We visited for our first time last week. The place was nice I really like that you can bring your…read moreown umbrella and have shade. I wish I knew before I went so I could have been as cool as everyone else lol.. I love the little kids splash pad it was great and has multiple slides as well for the littles.. The lazy river sucks! Once you get in you're not getting out until you have circled the entire loop around so good luck if anyone needs to pee The water also only comes up to not even my hips and I'm 5'6 so yes you can't swim in it if you're tall and it's uncomfortable if you're even my size.. The wave pool Also was pretty shallow and the make you have to be helllla tall child to be life jacket free. My 6 year old was not pleased. There was a ton of people on an average weekday which I guess it's OC so to be expected. Other than that the place was decent and it was free because we have a pass that allows us into most California parks.. The drinks were strong! The part I liked most.

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Red, white and boom icee flavor is the best!

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Fun House Water Play Area: Water cannons, giant buckets & kid-approved Fun House is where smiles get bigger and everyone walks away soaked.

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3.4(3.5k reviews)
6.6 mi

This was our family's second visit to Great Wolf Lodge, and overall, we had a wonderful time…read moretogether celebrating our daughter's birthday! Booking: We originally booked a two-day, one-night stay in the spring but had to cancel due to an emergency. Thankfully, we were able to keep our payment as a credit to use within a year. When we decided to rebook, I had to call to use the credit. The phone wait was extremely long, so my advice is to call as soon as they open. Also, check their website for discounts before calling because the reservation representatives won't necessarily look for those deals for you. Arrival and Parking: Parking was easy in the large garage. You pay for parking based on the number of nights you're staying, and then you're free to come and go. We arrived around 10 a.m. and completed pre-check-in. They let us know we'd receive a text when our room was ready. There wasn't anywhere to store our luggage, so we left everything in the car. Thankfully, luggage carts were available near the garage elevators. Our Room: We reserved the Wolf Den suite, which has a queen bed and a separate bunk-bed area for the kids. We loved that the girls had their own little space! The queen bed felt small since we're used to a king at home, but the bigger issue was how loudly it creaked on my husband's side. Every time he moved during the night, it woke me up. The room was also surprisingly dark. There were a few lamps and lights near the beds and sink, but they didn't provide much overall lighting. We were close to the elevators, which was convenient because we didn't have to walk down those long hallways. However, we could hear people talking and making noise in the hallway. Thankfully, we brought our sound machine, which helped us sleep. We also discovered that our TV remote was missing a battery. We tried calling the front desk several times without an answer, so my husband had to walk downstairs. Once he spoke to someone, they came up to help within minutes. Water Park and Activities: The water park was a lot of fun! I highly recommend visiting when schools aren't on break because the crowds and wait times are much more manageable. Most of the water attractions are fairly tame, although there's a four-person raft slide that's pretty intense. Only two of the four of us enjoyed that one! There were renovations happening during our visit, but we also noticed some new activities, including mini golf and a ropes course. My husband and the girls spent about an hour on the ropes course and absolutely loved it. We also decided to check out the bowling alley, and a kind stranger surprised us by giving us free tokens. Bless her heart! We were able to play a round before heading to the water park. The bowling balls are smaller and easy for kids to handle, and the lanes have bumpers, which makes it a great family activity. We had a lot of fun! Of course, we also stopped by the arcade, which is always a hit with our family. Towels are provided at the water park, but you need to return them before leaving. There's also a shop selling swimsuits, water shoes, goggles, and other essentials. We forgot our girls' goggles and bought the least expensive ones there, but unfortunately, they broke almost immediately. Food: We ate at several restaurants during our stay. Hungry as a Wolf continues to be a favorite! We ordered pizza and wings through the Great Wolf Lodge app while enjoying the water park. The food was ready quickly, and we received a text when it was ready for pickup. We were able to bring it into the water park, which was very convenient. For dinner, we tried the Timbers Table & Kitchen buffet because the girls really wanted to eat there. The food was okay, but I didn't feel it was worth the price. The main benefit was not having to leave the resort. On Saturday, we had lunch at Buckets Burgers & Bites on the upper level of the water park. We ordered using the nearby touchscreen, and the food came out quickly. We had a burger, kids' chicken nugget meals, and chicken tenders with fries. Everything tasted good! Seating was somewhat limited, but we managed to find spots near the bar. Before leaving, we stopped at Wood's End Creamery for ice cream. My daughter and I had vanilla soft serve, and our other daughter chose birthday cake. My vanilla wasn't particularly good, but it was a nice final treat before heading home. Overall: Great Wolf Lodge is a fun place for a family getaway, especially if your kids enjoy water activities. We loved spending time together, and the girls had a wonderful time. There are definitely areas that could use improvement, particularly the room comfort, lighting, reaching the front desk, and the value of some dining options. But despite those frustrations, we made some great memories and enjoyed our stay!

We've been to Great Wolf Lodge to celebrate several of our kids' birthdays, and we always have such…read morea great time! We always get the Wolf Pass, and it's totally worth it for all the games, rides, and arcade fun included. I'm so glad they offer late checkout, too! We've never had a bad experience here, and there's so much to do without even leaving the building. My tips: bring your own bottled water, drinks, snacks, and water shoes to save a little money and have extra to spend on the arcade or food. The pizza place by the water park has AMAZING lemon pepper wings, pizza, and creamy Alfredo pasta! The bars are great, too. Their piña colada with Tajín on the rim is delicious. Most of the water slides are so much fun! I used to be scared to go on them, but I finally tried some here and had a blast. The orange slide is still on my list to try next time! Such a fun place to make family memories, especially for birthdays. Definitely recommend!

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