Christmas With The Clauses

Name: Christmas With The Clauses
Location: Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad

Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad

Elbe, WA

West

Coach from $48/adult and $38/child (2+); sample family of four $172. 2026 tickets on sale since Sep 1.

Getting there from California

2 hours from Seattle, 1 hour from Tacoma; near Mt. Rainier National Park. This holiday train is a destination getaway for California train-loving families — perfect for a weekend road trip or a memorable holiday flight. Check the operator website below for travel and ticket details.

Quick Facts

Trip Type

Day Trip

Duration

1.25 hours

Budget

Family of 4

~$172

Train Type

Tourist / Heritage Railroad

Best For Ages

Toddlers (2-4)

Kids (5-8)

Tweens (9-12)

The Experience

An authentic mountain Christmas adventure, not your big-box holiday event. This immersive theatrical train experience takes families on one of the most scenic train rides in Washington, chugging through Cascade foothills where evergreens meet the magic of the season. Perfect for train trips with toddlers and older children alike, this 75-minute journey beats the hassle of a car trip with family—sit back while vintage steam trains transport you to the Kringle Logging Camp. Meet the Kringle family in their forest workshop. Unlike corporate holiday trains, this homegrown celebration features a professional acting cast portraying the warm Kringle family, expert woodworkers crafting toys for children worldwide. Santa boards the train with a keepsake gift for each child, then the family performs a joyful welcome show at their forest outpost. Mrs. Claus and her helpers serve hot cocoa and fresh-baked cookies on the return journey. An educational rail travel experience near a bucket list national park. Combine your family-friendly train excursion with a trip to Mt. Rainier National Park for an unforgettable family weekend getaway by train. This railroad adventure for families offers affordable train vacation pricing ($38-54 per person) and easy accessibility features. The cozy, authentic atmosphere creates memories kids will cherish—no corporate scripts, just genuine mountain hospitality and Christmas tradition. Book early for this best Amtrak alternative in the Pacific Northwest.