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  Verde Canyon Railroad is a Southwestern adventure that takes passengers on a ride through Arizona’s backcountry, only accessible from the comfort of this train. This legendary “boutique” attraction allows members of groups an uncommon view of a wildly-wonderful red-rock canyon. The  Verde Canyon , featuring an abundance of native flora and fauna, rugged, high-desert rock faces and spectacular vistas, is only accessible by rail. As you step aboard this popular excursion, complete with  luxurious coaches  and  open-air viewing cars  pulled by vintage diesel engines, expect to be captivated by this untouched and unspoiled canyon. The ride from  Clarkdale  to the turn-around point of  Perkinsville  is scheduled so passengers may enjoy the progress of daylight as it dances over the rippling green waters of the  Verde River , then tiptoes across the canyon floor through canopies of foliage before escaping up the towering canyon walls in...

We look forward to welcoming you aboard Verde Canyon Railroad Since the first Verde Canyon Railroad excursion rolled out of Clarkdale more than 30 years ago, following a historic route completed in 1912, our train has expanded in length, number of employees and amenities, but has never lost its commitment to preserving, protecting and presenting to the world the rare red rock riparian wilderness it calls home. The  Verde Canyon , featuring an abundance of native flora and fauna, rugged, high-desert rock faces and spectacular vistas, is only accessible by rail. As you step aboard this popular excursion, complete with  luxurious coaches  and  open-air viewing cars  pulled by vintage diesel engines, expect to be captivated by this untouched and unspoiled canyon. The ride from  Clarkdale  to the turn-around point of  Perkinsville  is scheduled so passengers may enjoy the progress of daylight as it dances over the rippling green waters of the...