Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad

We need your help to save Garibaldi's Steam Locomotive #90!

The Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad has answered a call for help to rescue a deteriorating steam locomotive and trainset on local display, averting the potential sale or scrapping of the equipment and setting the stage for its eventual restoration to operation.

The Lions Club of Garibaldi had purchased the locomotive, Baldwin 2-8-2 No. 90, in 1963 when logging company Rayonier Inc. converted its Hoquiam, Wash., railroad to diesel power. The 90-ton locomotive, built for Rayonier predecessor Polson Logging Co., was purchased for its scrap value of $1,250, and shipped to Garibaldi along with a coach and caboose for display in a park in the small fishing village.

The equipment has been subject to weather and salt air ever since, and its deteriorating condition became a concern to the Port of Garibaldi, owner of the land where it was displayed. In 2018, the port ordered that the Lions Club needed to repair or stabilize the locomotive or it would have to be removed, with a deadline of May 8, 2019.

The display site was just 100 feet from the facilities of the Oregon Coast Scenic, which has operated steam excursions since 2002. When the Lions Club placed a newspaper ad seeking bidders to buy the equipment because of its eminent eviction, the railroad called a board of directors meeting, recognizing it was the only viable option to save the locomotive. Meetings between the railroad, port, and Lions Club led to an agreement transferring ownership of the equipment to the railroad. The Oregon Coast Scenic was granted a year to raise funds for cosmetic restoration of the equipment and construction of a protective fence.

The railroad is also committed to restoring No. 90 to full operation — an option made possible only because of the collaborative effort of the three groups.

Please help us in this worthwhile project by donating to our fund to restore and make her safe again for visitors.

The Mission Of the Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad Is To Acquire, Preserve, Operate And Interpret Railroad And Logging Equipment To Broaden Public Appreciation And To Educate All Ages.

Let's pitch in to help save #90 in Garibaldi.

Our famed McCloud #25 used in the movie "Stand By Me"


Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad and Museum (OCSR) is a small 501 (c)(3) non-profit running along the northern Oregon coast. Tillamook County relies heavily on tourism. OCSR plays a special role as it is one small organization that delivers thousands (23,000 this year) of tourists to other tourist focused small businesses along the railroad line. 

As many know, Tillamook County recently suffered one of the worst storms it has ever endured.  Our tracks have suffered damage that will affect our ability to run our tourist train. Throughout the county, there have been many road closures and it has become apparent that in the future, the railroad can be used as a "lifeline" if planned with Crisis Management. Unlike the road departments, we do not get emergency government funds to repair the tracks so they can be used in such a way. We do not receive trained emergency personnel and equipment to perform such repairs, and most of our handful of volunteers performing track work are in their 60's and 70's.


Just one location where the tracks have been damaged 


We are asking for funds needed to buy (used) equipment to use for clearing the land slide debris, contract labor workers, and fund engineering. Additionally for future crisis management, we need (new to us) equipment to clear ditch lines and culverts for proper drainage, and track mainenance to keep the rail line open in case roads are damaged.

Grapple bucket on RFC equipment  


We realize that times are tough for many people. Our railroad serves its county and the people who live here. We appreciate your help to continue running our steam powered train and uphold our commitment to contribute to our surrounding communities that are suffering and need our support.

Thank you for your time and generosity,
Humble Staff and Volunteers of OCSR