Known as the Clarkdale Arizona Central Railroad for freight and Verde Canyon Railroad for passenger, this ex-ATSF branch was also once the Verde Valley Railway. It is estimated they carry 1500-20... (more)

After a trip to Perkinsille and return, the Verde Canyon Railroad's pair of 1953 former Alaska Railroad FP7s are running around the train at their Clarkdale depot.

Eagle Power: On a gloomy desert day, Arizona Central's creatively painted F units brighten up the day. Business is good for this Arizona shortline, and their freight power rests in the yard... (more)

Verde Canyon train begins trip through Sycamore Canyon.

The Verde Canyon excursion train has just returned to the Clarkdale station. The power is en route back to the engine house.

Two eagle adorned FP7s lead the Verde Canyon Railroad's excursion train back into Clarkdale.

The Verde Canyon's two FP7s are seen in Clarkdale, AZ

The Verde Canyoon's FP7s run around their train in Clarkdale.

The Verde Canyon Railroad Fs run around their train at the depot in Clarkdale.

The highest and longest trestle on the Verde Canyon Railroad spans the over the S.O.B. Canyon at milepost 33.5.

While riding the Verde Canyon Railroad, I had the opportunity to talk with the bartender, Kenna. She was a very nice person to talk to about railroading, and she enjoys working for the railroad. P... (more)

Verde Canyon RR FP-7's have just finished running around their train after the completion of their trip. These are ex Alaska RR FP-7's.

Verde Canyon RR FP7's wait for their next run.

Off for another great trip through Verde Canyon.