Sandwiched between two protected national forests adjacent to the Sycamore Canyon Wilderness, this historic train offers a great alternative to a hot afternoon hike during the summer, providing a wealth of wild scenery to be viewed while riding along in climate-controlled comfort. Cool river breezes, the sun-shaded open-air viewing cars and an ice cold Prickly Pear Margarita, or any of the signature cocktails, specialty craft beers or private-labeled wine in hand highlights the passenger experience. Monsoon season in late summer adds another layer of drama to the route, with seasonal waterfalls cascading into the canyon and rainbows filling the afternoon skies.