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Verde Canyon Railroad
Join us on a historic and scenic route from Clarkdale to the ghost ranch of Perkinsville deep within Arizona's other grand canyon is an unforgettable experience. Home to America's national symbol, the majestic bald eagle, Verde Canyon is accessible only by rail.
The route is nestled between two national forests and adjacent to a designated wilderness area. This unique geological wonderland features rugged, crimson high desert rock faces and spectacular panoramic views.
Expert narration and guides leave passengers with a sense of history, archaeology, geology, wildlife, and the Indian lore of the Verde Canyon.
Ticket prices through 2020
Taxes and Fee's are NOT included in the prices below
Coach Class
First Class
Adults (13 & up)
$64.95
$89.95
Children (2 - 12)
$44.95
$89.95
Departure Schedule
2020
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Please pick your month of travel
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
January
January
Train schedule: 1 pm - 5 pm
Scheduled departures
Operates on Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday
Special Events & Trips
Eagle Watch - All Month
Extra Departure Dates
None
February
February
Train schedule: 1 pm - 5 pm
Scheduled departures
Daily except Mondays
Train does not operate
Mondays
Special Events & Trips
Feburary 11, 12 & 14 - Chocolate Lovers' Festival
March
March
Train schedule: 1 pm - 5 pm
Scheduled departures
Daily
Train does not operate
March 3, 5, 12, 31
Special Events & Trips
Liberty Wildlife Presentation March 4
April
April
Train schedule: 1 pm - 5 pm
Scheduled departures
Daily
Train does not operate
April 7, 21, 26
Special Events & Trips
Raptors on the Rails - April 6
Raptors at the Depot - April 18
May
May
Train schedule: 1 pm - 5 pm
Scheduled departures
Daily
Train does not operate
May 3, 5, 6, 10, 19, 27, 28
Special Events & Trips
May 4 - Raptors on the Rails
May 16 - Raptors at the Depot
May 25 - Chocolate Lovers' Special
June
June
Train schedule: 1 pm - 5 pm
Scheduled departures
Tuesday through Saturday
Train does not operate
Sundays & Mondays
plus
June 2, 3, 7, 9, 10, 16,
17, 21, 23, 24, 28, 30
Special Events & Trips
June 1 - Eagle on the train
June 15 - Starlight Tour (5:30 pm)
June 20 - Raptors at the depot
July
July
Train schedule: 1 pm - 5 pm
Scheduled departures on:
July 2, 3, 4, 6, 9, 10, 13, 16
17, 18, 20, 22, 23, 24, 27, 30, 31
Special Events & Trips
July 4 - Firecracker Express
July 18 - Raptors at the depot
July 22 - Chocolate Lovers' Special
August
August
Train schedule: 1 pm - 5 pm
Scheduled departures
August 3, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
17, 20, 21, 24, 27, 28, 30, 31
Special Events & Trips
August 3 - Raptors on the Rails
August 14 - Raptors at the Depot
August 17 - Starlight Train (5:30pm - 9:30pm)
September
September
Train schedule: 1 pm - 5 pm
Scheduled departures
Tuesday through Saturday
Train does not operate
September 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23,29, 30
Special Events & Trips
Starlight Train
Departing at 5:30 pm in September 14
Ales on Rails with & without lunch
September 19
October
October
Train schedule: 1 pm - 5 pm
Scheduled departures
Daily
Train does not operate
October 14 or 28
Special Events & Trips
October 6 - Eagle on the Train
October 17 - Raptors at the Depot
November
November
Train schedule: 1 pm - 5 pm
Scheduled departures
Tuesday through Sunday
Train does not operate
November 4, 11, 18, 21, 22, 25, 28, 29
Special Events & Trips
November 2 - Raptors on the Rails
November 14 - Raptors at the Depot
December
December
Regular train schedule:
1 pm - 5 pm
Scheduled departures
December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18
26, 27, 28, 29, 30
Christmas trains operate on
December 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14
15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 26, 27, 28