Free Train Rides Every Month
FREE TRAIN RIDES IN DECEMBER
Join us on Saturday and Sunday December 21st & 22nd as we take you on a wonderful miniature train ride around Fairview Park aboard the NORTH POLE EXPRESS!
Volunteer Members of the Orange County Model Engineers will be operating the railroad from 10 AM to 3:30 PM (Weather Permitting).
10:00 AM TO 3:30 PM
THIRD FULL WEEKEND
Due to the popularity of our free events, lines can sometimes stretch. Rest assured that our volunteers are doing everything possible to expedite you safely, and efficiently around the layout
Remember, your donations are the only way we keep our trains running. Through your generosity, we’re able to provide these rides free of cost.
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FREE PUBLIC TRAIN RIDES
Our Free Public Train Rides take place every 3rd full weekend of the month. This is the ONLY time the railroad is open to the public. A complete list of dates can be found HERE.
NOTICE: ALL RIDERS MUST BE AT LEAST 31-INCHES TALL AND BE ABLE TO WALK TO BOARD AND RIDE OUR TRAINS SAFELY. NO BABIES IN BABY CARRIERS ON BOARD OUR TRAINS.
OUR TRAINS OPERATE FROM 10:00 AM TO 3:30 PM ON THE DESIGNATED WEEKENDS WEATHER PERMITTING.
We operate a miniature railroad, not an amusement park ride. For that reason, we ask that you pay attention to all safety requirements. Your safety, and the safety of those around you is our greatest concern.
“It is not easy to find a venue in Orange County that is more fun than the free train rides from OCME members. I rate this family entertainment as 5 stars.”
– Emily Chappee –
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ORANGE COUNTY MODEL ENGINEERS
Welcome to OCME. We are a non-profit 501(c) tax deductible organization that operates a 7.5-inch gauge railroad at Fairview Park in Costa Mesa, California known as the Mackerel Flats and Goathill Junction Railroad. The club was founded in 1985 by a group of local railroad buffs and currently has close to 5 miles of actual track winding through the park. A variety of trains run on the track and represent 1.5-inch, 2.5-inch and 3.75-inch scale equipment.
OCME is looking for anyone who has a desire to work and have fun at the railroad to join our membership. The club has 6 engines and over 45 passenger cars. Many of the members have worked for the real railroads and or have civil and/or mechanical engineering experience, but no experience is required. It’s a great place to learn and spend time with real trains and enthusiasts. Adults and children who have an interest in trains are welcome to join, and many of our members are already enjoying their retirement at the railroad.
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OCME Trains fill up with passengers on a Public Run Weekend 
Welcome to Goathill Junction Train Station 
A busy station platform on a public run day 
After your ride, visit the Mackerel Flats Mercantile. They’ve got all sorts of goodies inside. 
OCME volunteers showing off one very dapper looking bear 
Donations are always welcomed 
Lots to look at inside the shop 
Plenty of fun things to find inside Mackerel Flats Mercantile 
Josh Neil, OCME, Train Conductor 
OCME Club Trains parked in their container 
Engines 1104 and 509 sit ready and waiting for their next passenger haul (OCME Club Engines) 
All Aboard for Fun! Trains departing from Goathill Junction Station (Costa Mesa, CA) 
One of our passenger trains makes its way around the layout 
Riding trains makes everyone smile 
Smile if you love trains! 
Dave Smith runs his geared steam locomotive 
OCME Members enjoying the layout. Work hard and play hard. 
Need a drink or small snack? Then visit our store! 
T-Shirts, Toys, Refreshments? Grab something after your ride! 
We like trains, can you tell? 
All aboard for a 12-minute loop around Fairview Park (Costa Mesa, CA)
