Welcome to 1440
Get away for a weekend or five days of immersion learning with world-class faculty on our 75-acre campus beautifully nestled in the California redwoods near Santa Cruz. Within easy reach of San Francisco, we are the nation's newest learning destination.
3 Ways to Stay
Equal parts learning and vacation, your stay includes inspiring and relevant program sessions, daily wellness offerings, nourishing cuisine, access to holistic amenities, and a unique opportunity to gain the inspiration, skills, and connections you seek. Choose what’s right for you.
F. Norman Clark founded Roaring Camp in 1958 with $25 in his pocket, a dream to restore two railway lines through the historic trees and preserve a period of California's golden past.
Experience the California Redwoods aboard the trains at Roaring Camp in Santa Cruz County. We take folks through the redwoods, everyday! We also take folks to and from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk! Join us on our Beach Train! The Further you go, the Closer you get!
