98. Halter Ranch Railroad – Adelaida Pacific Vineyard Route

It was a lifelong dream of owner Hansjorg Wyss to ride on the trains in Switzerland where he grew up, but as a child his family could not afford it. But now he is making that dream a reality for guests visiting Halter Ranch Vineyard and Winery. The rolling stock roster currently includes 3 locomotives, 8 passenger cars, 1 caboose, 2 flat cars and a ballast car. Currently the route covers 3.25 miles of 15-inch gauge track, that is strategically placed to highlight the beauty of the estate. Trains transport guests past many highlights on the property, including pilot cottages, for those who fly into the winery and stay the night, multiple ponds, some that feature a catch and release fishing, olive groves, vineyards, you travel across a Swiss inspired covered bridge and through train tunnels. We welcome convention delegates to experience this one-of-a-kind estate on the Central California Coast.

Guests visiting the railroad are requested to arrive at the Halter Ranch Winery tasting room. Inform one of the wine hosts you are here to visit the railroad as part of the convention. The wine host will provide you with a detailed map directing you to the train map and associated parking.