Discover Our Hidden World
Train Mountain Tails is inspired by the real Train Mountain Railroad, owned and operated by the nonprofit Train Mountain Institute in Southern Oregon.
Meet the Characters
Get to know the Jones family: Goldie, Mitch, Zinny, Zippy, and Grandma Larkspur.
Explore →Places to Explore
Brightseed Burrow, Central Station, the Whistle Tree, Deadwood, Larkspur Hollow, and more.
Explore →Woodland Wonders
The plants, wildflowers, wildlife, trees, and seasons of the Hidden World.
Explore →The Real Train Mountain
The very real place in Southern Oregon that inspired it all, in Auntie Ann's own words.
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Join Auntie Ann and the woodland crew for gentle stories, behind-the-scenes adventures from the real Train Mountain, printable activities, nature discoveries, and surprises delivered throughout the year.
As a member of the Train Mountain Tails family, you’ll receive:
- Early looks at new books
- Saturday Morning adventures with Goldie and Mitch
- Printable activities and coloring pages
- Nature discoveries from Train Mountain
- Birthday surprises for young conductors
- Special gifts available only to our subscribers
Come pull up a stump by the tracks… We’d love to save you a place.