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Skunk Train
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Last updated: Apr 14, 2025
Key features
- $18,000 min. spend
- 225 guests
- Outside catering required
- Pets not allowed
- 18 min. response time
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4.5 · 4862 reviews
S K Jan 28, 2024
I was enchanted by the skunk train and that was the main reason we did a trip to Mendocino.
We purchased tickets online for a Saturday trip. When we reached there, we were told there was heavy rain and tracks were flooded. Fair enough but why not send an email or some notification. There were 100s of people out there waiting to hear the same news.
We got rebooked for Sunday and we did board the skunk train. The boarding process is a bit long and painful. There is a VIP class for some folks, and the regular folks need to wait for a good 10-15 minute after standing in the line to get in.
The train is every bit charming but it gets COLD. I wish they invested some money into having some space heaters inside the cars and even the open car. You do hear the conductor remind about the snacks and drinks every 5 minutes which gets annoying.
Despite all the above, it's worth a ride. The lovely people of Mendocino wave at you when you go. The train stops at a place for 45 min where you can do a nice hike. You can buy some drinks and rest up as well.
Overall, a one time visit. I wish they'd make the journey more comfortable and use 21st century tools and gadgets to share updates.
S K Jan 28, 2024
I was enchanted by the skunk train and that was the main reason we did a trip to Mendocino.
We purchased tickets online for a Saturday trip. When we reached there, we were told there was heavy rain and tracks were flooded. Fair enough but why not send an email or some notification. There were 100s of people out there waiting to hear the same news.
We got rebooked for Sunday and we did board the skunk train. The boarding process is a bit long and painful. There is a VIP class for some folks, and the regular folks need to wait for a good 10-15 minute after standing in the line to get in.
The train is every bit charming but it gets COLD. I wish they invested some money into having some space heaters inside the cars and even the open car. You do hear the conductor remind about the snacks and drinks every 5 minutes which gets annoying.
Despite all the above, it's worth a ride. The lovely people of Mendocino wave at you when you go. The train stops at a place for 45 min where you can do a nice hike. You can buy some drinks and rest up as well.
Overall, a one time visit. I wish they'd make the journey more comfortable and use 21st century tools and gadgets to share updates.
Farda Sarwari Nov 20, 2023
Hubby and I did this for our anniversary. It was a great experience and I recommend trying it out at least once.
There’s a nice picnic spot where you got off at, do a short hike, have your snack/lunch at the tables (they allow you to bring your own food on the rail bikes) and then head back to station. Weather was very pleasant also. Scenery was the best part of this experience!
Pricey but worth trying it out once just for fun or to celebrate a special occasion.
Farda Sarwari Nov 20, 2023
Hubby and I did this for our anniversary. It was a great experience and I recommend trying it out at least once.
There’s a nice picnic spot where you got off at, do a short hike, have your snack/lunch at the tables (they allow you to bring your own food on the rail bikes) and then head back to station. Weather was very pleasant also. Scenery was the best part of this experience!
Pricey but worth trying it out once just for fun or to celebrate a special occasion.
MissStarling Darling Nov 23, 2023
What a beautiful day for a train ride! (Basically every day is one of those type of days).
We saw deer families, beautiful fall happening amongst the big trees in the Forrest.
Thank you for the flute playing in the Forrest stop and the guitar playing in the third car…. Obviously without these amazing employees who love trains, love sharing with others…. When someone has passion for what they do, there will never be a “work” day in their life…..
Thank you for the awesome adventure!
MissStarling Darling Nov 23, 2023
What a beautiful day for a train ride! (Basically every day is one of those type of days).
We saw deer families, beautiful fall happening amongst the big trees in the Forrest.
Thank you for the flute playing in the Forrest stop and the guitar playing in the third car…. Obviously without these amazing employees who love trains, love sharing with others…. When someone has passion for what they do, there will never be a “work” day in their life…..
Thank you for the awesome adventure!
Seth Williams Sep 5, 2023
Excellent experience. The train was a nice ride. Smooth for a train. Able to walk around while in motion and not play Pong with the walls! The last stop before turn about is beautiful! Highly recommend. The concessions lady was informative and exceptionally nice. They have an "open top" car where you can feel the fresh air and see more or the surrounding area. *must check out
Seth Williams Sep 5, 2023
Excellent experience. The train was a nice ride. Smooth for a train. Able to walk around while in motion and not play Pong with the walls! The last stop before turn about is beautiful! Highly recommend. The concessions lady was informative and exceptionally nice. They have an "open top" car where you can feel the fresh air and see more or the surrounding area. *must check out
Betsy Martinez Dec 13, 2023
A beautiful trip down the redwood forest on an old school train. I highly recommend you stay for at least 3 days if you’re not from “Basically Oregon” California to explore more of the surrounding areas. The train was charming and the views were breathtaking.
Betsy Martinez Dec 13, 2023
A beautiful trip down the redwood forest on an old school train. I highly recommend you stay for at least 3 days if you’re not from “Basically Oregon” California to explore more of the surrounding areas. The train was charming and the views were breathtaking.
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Facilities
- Information
- Professional services provided since 2023
- Languages:
- English
- Minimum spend requirement is applicable to all services. Minimum spend requirement: $18,000
- Premises
- Standing 225 people
- Banquet seats 225 people
- Reception can be held only outside
- Ceremony can be held only outside
- There is a separate space for a wedding ceremony
- There are enough chairs and tables for the maximum capacity of people
- There are enough linens for the maximum capacity of people
- Inventory
- Tables
- Chairs
- Catering & Drinks
- You can bring a third-party catering service provider without a charge
- You can bring your own drinks without a charge
Permits and restrictions
- Preparation start times are arranged on case-by-case basis
- Equipment removal time is coordinated on case-by-case basis
- There are no sound restrictions inside
- There are no sound restrictions outside
- Preferred partners are expected, but customers can book any vendor
- Pets not allowed
- No fireworks
- No smoke show during a musical performance
- No confetti
Payments
35%
Deposit required at the time of booking 30 days
The remaining service cost must be paid before the event Service scope and pricing is the same for all event types
Payment:
Bank transfer
Credit card
Cancellation policy
Free cancelation of the booking is not applicable
Changing the event date is not allowed. Changing the date would require canceling the existing booking.
FAQs About Skunk Train Wedding Venue
The cost of booking Skunk Train for a wedding depends on a lot of factors, such as the number of guests, day of the week you’re having your wedding, services you select. Maximum capacity of Skunk Train is 225 guests. For a wedding of 50 people Skunk Train wedding venue cost starts at $19,598.Skunk Train pricing guide:
- Price for venue rental for 50 guests - $19,598, $392 per person
- Price for venue rental for 75 guests - $19,598, $261 per person
- Price for venue rental for 100 guests - $19,598, $196 per person
- Price for venue rental for 125 guests - $19,598, $157 per person
- Price for venue rental for 150 guests - $19,598, $131 per person
- Price for venue rental for 200 guests - $19,598, $98 per person
No, there are no additional costs when booking Skunk Train venue for a wedding.
Yes, Skunk Train has a minimum spend requirement for weddings starting at $18000 for all services.
No, Skunk Train maintains the same pricing across all days of the week, including weekdays and weekends.
No, Skunk Train maintains the same rates throughout the year, regardless of the month.
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At the Skunk Train wedding venue, you can host up to 225 seated guests or up to 225 standing guests.
No, Skunk Train doesn't offer in-house catering. At this wedding venue it is possible to bring your own third-party catering service provider at no extra charge.
Yes, Skunk Train wedding venue allows you to bring your own drinks at no additional cost.
No, there isn’t any parking available at the Skunk Train wedding venue.
No, there isn’t any accommodation available at the Skunk Train wedding venue or in the nearby area.
There are no noise restrictions at the Skunk Train wedding venue.
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