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The town of Felton was established in 1868 on land that was once part of the Zayante Rancho and site of a Native American village. Prior to the Mexican-American War, the area was inhabited by mountain men who built one of California's first distilleries and its inaugural water-powered sawmill. Isaac Graham bought the Rancho, but the government challenged his claim until 1862. In the 1850s, prospectors uncovered gold deposits in the area while picnic parties found the Big Tree redwood grove. When Graham died, he owed $20,000 to his lawyer Edward Stanly, who acquired the Zayante Rancho as repayment.


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Felton Houses for sale Real Estate Statistics

Average Price $845K
Lowest Price $14K
Highest Price $3M
Total Listings 41
Avg. Price/SQFT $649

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Stanly hoped to make Felton a stop on a transcontinental railroad. The new town was named for his nephew-in-law, John B. Felton, mayor of Oakland and a founder of the University of California. However, construction of the railroad from Santa Cruz was delayed until 1875 due to lawsuits and corporate takeovers. For a decade, the town boomed as millions of feet of lumber came down the San Lorenzo flume and thousands of barrels of lime, manufactured in the local hills, were shipped. When a second railroad took over the first and planned an extension to Boulder Creek, the townspeople refused to let the tracks run along Main Street, so Felton was bypassed. As the natural resources of the valley were depleted, the town remained a popular camping destination.

The San Lorenzo Valley prospered during Prohibition due to its convenient location near local wineries and the seashore. Felton's Wild West appearance made it an attractive filming location for early movies, leading several Hollywood stars to build summer homes there. Though fires in 1888, 1896, 1917, and 1946 destroyed many buildings, some historic structures still stand, such as the two-story Creamer Hotel (1875), Alcazar Hall (1891), the Covered Bridge and former Presbyterian Church (1893), now the public library. Visitors continue to be drawn to the Big Tree Grove, incorporated into Cowell State Park in 1954, and the Roaring Camp Narrow Gauge Railroad.

The Roaring Camp Railroads in Felton, California, take visitors back to the days of steam-powered trains. Originally built in the late 1800s for logging, it now offers a scenic 4-mile ride through the Santa Cruz Mountains. Passengers enjoy views of redwood trees and lush landscapes. At Roaring Camp station, guests can explore a town with an 1880s theme, including a general store and saloon. Conductors share the railroad's history, from logging to navigating rugged terrain, providing an immersive experience celebrating steam-powered rail travel.

As the vintage steam engine chugs along the winding tracks, passengers are treated to awe-inspiring views of towering redwood trees, babbling brooks, and lush, verdant landscapes that have changed little since the railroad's heyday. Disembarking at the Roaring Camp station, guests can explore the rustic 1880s-themed town, complete with wooden boardwalks, a general store, and saloon, providing an immersive glimpse into California's pioneering past. Knowledgeable conductors regale travelers with tales of the railroad's colorful history, from its pivotal role in the local logging industry to the challenges of navigating the steep, rugged terrain. With its old-world charm, stunning natural scenery, and nostalgic air of adventure, the Roaring Camp Railroads offer a one-of-a-kind experience that transports visitors to a bygone era and celebrates the enduring allure of steam-powered rail travel.

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Restaurants

Oak Tree Ristorante
Categories: Caterers, Event Planning, Food Services, Italian Restaurants, Restaurants
5447 Highway 9, Felton CA 95018

New Leaf Community Markets
Categories: Delis and Meats, Markets and Specialty Foods, Grocery Stores, Restaurants, Sandwich Shops
6240 Highway 9, Felton CA 95018

Sushi San
Categories: Japanese, Sushi, Restaurants
6231 Graham Hill Rd., Felton CA 95018

Felton Chinese Food
Categories: Chinese Restaurants, Restaurants
6112 Hwy 9, Felton CA 95018

The Cremer House
Categories: American Restaurants, Restaurants
6256 Hwy 9, Felton CA 95018

Taqueria Vallarta
Categories: Mexican Restaurants, Restaurants, Burrito Places
6272 Highway 9, Felton CA 95018

Trout Farm Inn
Categories: American Restaurants, Lounges, Nightlife, Restaurants
7701 E. Zayante, Felton CA 95018

The Trout Farm Inn
Categories: American Restaurants, Bars, Gay Bars, Karaoke Bars, Lounges, Nightlife, Restaurants
7701 E Zayante Rd., Felton CA 95018

Cowboy Bar & Grill
Categories: American Restaurants, Bars, Barbeque, Nightlife, Restaurants
6155 Highway 9, Felton CA 95018

Felton Farmers Market. Time: 2:30-6:30pm. Day: Tuesdays.
Location: 120 Russell Ave, Felton, CA 95018

Round Table
Categories: Pizza Restaurants, Restaurants
6267 Graham Hill Rd., Felton CA 95018

Mountain Roastings
Categories: Coffee Houses, Cafes, Restaurants
6263 Graham Hill Rd., Felton CA 95018

Pat's Pit BBQ
Categories: Barbeque, Restaurants
9450 State Rt 9, Ben Lomond CA 95005,/p>

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