{"id":3911,"date":"2019-09-10T07:39:41","date_gmt":"2019-09-10T14:39:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/verdecanyonrr.com\/?page_id=3911"},"modified":"2021-10-26T14:58:50","modified_gmt":"2021-10-26T21:58:50","slug":"in-the-canyon","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/verdecanyonrr.com\/journey\/in-the-canyon\/","title":{"rendered":"In The Canyon"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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In the Canyon<\/h1>

The four-hour ride on Verde Canyon Railroad\u2019s historic route<\/strong> from Clarkdale to Perkinsville and back \u2013 into Arizona\u2019s other \u201cgrand canyon\u201d \u2013 is an unforgettable adventure. Captivating panoramic views are revealed in every direction, exclusively from the relaxed atmosphere of the train. This historic ribbon of rail runs through a protected corridor at the river\u2019s edge, lined with towering red rock pinnacles, near ancient Indian ruins, over fortified bridges and through an invigorating 734-foot manmade tunnel<\/strong> carved through solid rock over a century ago. As far as the eye can see, wildlife, high-desert foliage and rugged terrain are visible on this year-round adventure into a lush riparian habitat.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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The\u00a0Verde Canyon<\/strong>, 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\u00a0luxurious coaches<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0open-air viewing cars<\/strong>\u00a0pulled by vintage diesel engines, expect to be captivated by this untouched and unspoiled canyon.<\/p>

The ride from\u00a0Clarkdale<\/strong>\u00a0to the turn-around point of\u00a0Perkinsville<\/strong>\u00a0is scheduled so passengers may enjoy the progress of daylight as it dances over the rippling green waters of the\u00a0Verde River<\/strong>, then tiptoes across the canyon floor through canopies of foliage before escaping up the towering canyon walls into the brilliant azure skies of this celebrated gorge. On the return trip to Clarkdale, the\u00a0Canyon<\/strong>\u00a0takes on an entirely new dimension with further shifting of illumination and shadows.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Treasured Landscapes, Unforgettable Experiences<\/h2>

Sandwiched between two protected sanctuaries, the\u00a0Coconino National Forest<\/strong>\u00a0and the\u00a0Prescott National Forest<\/strong>, the Railroad runs a rare ribbon where dramatic high desert meets a precious riparian area. Such scenery comprises only 2% of the Arizona landscape.<\/p>

Since 1912 the train has existed in harmony with the wilderness and its native inhabitants, and since 1990 has offered a glimpse of these\u00a0treasured landscapes<\/strong>\u00a0to our train passengers, providing unforgettable experiences that transcend the generations.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Red Rock Canyons Near Sedona<\/h2>

More than any other feature, Arizona is defined by canyons. All across the state, these great gorges in the landscape harbor scenery and secrets. One of the most spectacular is\u00a0Verde Canyon.<\/strong><\/p>

Take a moment to imagine\u00a0Sedona<\/strong>\u00a0and its world-famous landscape without the development. The towering\u00a0red rock buttes<\/strong>\u00a0and haunting formations with no roads or resorts, no homes or hotels. You\u2019ve just conjured up an image of Verde Canyon.<\/p>

Inspired by nature, conducted by experts,\u00a0Verde Canyon Railroad<\/strong>\u00a0travels through this wall-to-wall wonderland.<\/p>

High cliff walls adorned with cactus and agave overlook this splashy oasis, while graceful cottonwoods and sycamores canopy the water.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Family Tour of Flora & Fauna<\/h2>

Such a collision of ecosystems lures a variety of\u00a0wildlife,<\/strong>\u00a0a fur and feather roster that makes Verde Canyon Railroad the envy of other excursion trains and adventure tours.<\/p>

History comes alive above, below, and around every turn. Ancient Sinagua ruins in towering cliffs stand sentinel over the tracks.<\/p>

Sturdy trestles and elegant bridges span side gorges, testaments to the hard work and ingenuity of the men who built them over 100 years ago.<\/p>

Blasted through solid rock, a 680-foot man-made tunnel envelopes passengers in total darkness before delivering the train back into glorious\u00a0Arizona sunshine.<\/strong><\/p>

This bewitching scenery forms an unforgettable backdrop for the slow rolling journey of\u00a0Verde Canyon Railroad.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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