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Arizona Rail Links
Arizona Passenger Rail Association

The interest and fascination of railways and trains has no boundaries and so railways of all kinds are included in the scope of the Museum.

Verde Canyon Railway

Tour Verde Canyon
This historic route takes you along the floor of the scenic Upper Verde River Canyon which includes such highlights as the Verde Canyons towering crimson cliffs, crossing old-fashioned railroad trestles, Dark 680-foot tunnel and final terminus at deserted Perkinsville Ranch.

All passengers have access to fantastic open-air viewing cars and the trip features strolling musicians and informative narration. While on board this 4-hour ride, you will have plenty of time to relax and enjoy the views.

Verde Canyon Rail Tour Package
Our most Rail Tour
Departs from Sedona on a fully narrated 11-hour tour of the Sonoran desert heading to Clarkdale where you will stop for lunch at their famous depot. Then climb aboard for your panoramic 4-hour rail experience to Perkinsville through the Verde River Canyon. This distinctive geographical area includes desert rock faces, crimson cliffs, and towering bridges accessible only by rail.

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Grand Canyon Railway

Grand Canyon Railway

Vintage locomotives and classic train cars take you across ever-changing terrain to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Onboard are strolling musicians, cowboys and refreshments. Museum at the restored 1908 Williams Depot covers railroading history. The 1910 Grand Canyon depot is built of pine logs. Many guests arrange for an extended overnight stay at a Grand Canyon Lodge.

Grand Canyon Rail Tour Packages:
Grand Canyon Rail Tour - Williams - 8 Hour daytrip to the South Rim.
Grand Canyon Rail Tour - Flagstaff - Bus ride from Flagstaff Hotel to Williams Depot and same day rail tour.
3-Day Sedona / Grand Canyon Rail Tour - This tour includes the beautiful Sonoran Desert, the red rock country of Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon and the spectacular Grand Canyon.



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Arizona Railroad Museums

Arizona Railway Museum - Chandler AZ
The Museum is dedicated to the railways of Arizona and the Southwest. Exhibits include steam locomotives, army crane, vintage passenger cars and unique freight equipment.

San Diego Railway Museum - Campo CA
Museums and train rides on a restored section of the San Diego & Arizona Eastern Railway. Vintage equipment and rail stock.

Phoenix Trolley Museum - Phoenix AZ
The Car Barn south of McDowell Station houses two vintage trolley car restoration projects.

Southeast Arizona Transportation Museum - Tucson AZ
Located in the old Southern Pacific Railroad Depot in Downtown Tucson, the museum operatins historic vintage electric streetcars and motor coaches on the main streets of Tucson.

Arizona State Railroad Museum
Museum Website;
Museum project proposed for completion in 2012 in Williams AZ.

McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park
A 30-acre railroad-themed park, which features train and carousel rides, two food concessions, three retail shops and much more, located in Scottsdale, AZ.

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Arizona Railroad Operations

Arizona Light Passenger Rail Systems:
Valley Metro - Phoenix Trolley System

Holbrook
Prominent railroad town next to Petrified Forest.

Winslow
Prominent railroad town near Meteor Crater

Grand Canyon Squire Inn
Best Western Vacation Resort
Route 64, Grand Canyon, AZ 86023;
Location: South Rim overlook close to Train Depot;
Situated only one and a half miles from the entrance to northern Arizona's Grand Canyon, the Best Western Grand Canyon Squire offers all of the great customer service and comfortable accommodations guests deserve. Each spacious and well-appointed guest room at this Grand Canyon hotel feature cable satellite television and high-speed Internet access. Wake up each morning to a complimentary continental breakfast before sightseeing or taking advantage of the hotel's many amenities including an outdoor heated pool, hot tub, steam room, exercise facility and an arcade.

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Sedona Hilton Resort & Spa
90 Ridge Trail Drive, Sedona, AZ 86351;
Location: Take SR-179 South of Sedona to Oak Creek Park;
Set amidst the spectacular beauty of the magnificent red rock formations surrounding Sedona- AZ and offers guests the opportunity to experience Sedona. Sports enthusiasts visiting the Hilton Sedona Resort and Spa hotel in Sedona- AZ can take advantage of the onsite 18-hole championship golf course with the award-winning clubhouse- or can enjoy tennis- fitness classes- salon services- and body treatments at the Hilton Spa. This resort features over 20500 square feet of meeting space- two ballrooms- and four new state of the art Executive Meeting Rooms.

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California Resort Life
Exciting resort accommodations in beautiful California USA. Come see what's new.

Sedona Arroyo Roble Hotel
Best Western Vacation Resort
400 North Highway 89A (P.O.Box NN), Sedona, AZ 86336;
Location: Downtown Commercial District on Scenic Route 89A;
A variety of beautiful golf courses can be found close to the hotel and are perfect for year round golfing. Hotel guests will find Sedona an ideal location for a day-trip to the Grand Canyon. A complimentary extended continental breakfast is served daily. Guests will enjoy the heated indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, steam room, spa, exercise facility and nearby tennis and racquetball courts. Meeting facilities are available for group events.

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Sedona Super 8 Motel
2545 West Highway 89A, Sedona, AZ 86336;
Location: Located west of main commercial district;
The Super 8 Motel in Sedona has Sequels Restaurant on the premises- open for lunch and dinner. 100% Smoke Free Property that has offer clean, comfortable rooms at a very affordable price. Our large rooms feature Complimentary Wireless Internet Connections, Hairdryers and Cable TV w/HBO. Select from suites and mountainview rooms available. Pets are welcome.

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