This line is known as the Verde Canyon Railroad because it follows the scenic and remote Verde River from Clarkdale, Arizona to the remote ranch of Perkinsville.
Although the line was originally purchased by David L. Durbano strictly as a freight operation, in November 1990 passenger excursions were inaugurated on the scenic and historic portion of the railroad. From the beginning, the excursion operation has met with very positive operating results.
Because of the unparalleled beauty of the Verde River Canyon, as well as the rich history of the area, the excursion train has proven to be a tremendously popular attraction for tourists visiting Arizona. It was proclaimed by Governor Janet Napolitano to be “one of Arizona’s Treasures.”
Passengers aboard the train are treated to numerous historic markers along the track, which include remains from memorable mining days and ancient Indian ruins. The Verde Canyon Railroad is recognized as one of the most beautiful train rides in America. Cliffs rise hundreds of feet above the river floor, dotted with sandstone caves and overhangs, as balancing rocks loom over the Verde River. An abundance of native flora and fauna are visible from the open-air viewing cars which access all coaches.
The Verde Canyon Railroad train consists of eight first-class cars, two coach-class cars, a luxurious caboose and six open-air cars. Approximately 95,000 people ride this railroad each year.
ROBIN BREAN
General Manager
928-639-0010 ext 154
Born in South Dakota, Robin spent her entire life in Alaska prior to moving to Arizona in 1991. She has a degree in sociology from the University of Alaska. She came to the Verde Canyon as part of a team who built the new railroad depot in 1997 and was asked to stay on with the railroad.
Robin advanced quickly to assistant general manager before taking on the general manager’s position of both the passenger and freight divisions in 2006.
Her goal is to ‘always take the operations one step further’ through good employee and customer relationships. Not only does Robin oversee the daily operations of both railroads, she has been ‘hands-on’ in the caboose and museum renovations and reoccurring upgrades on the passenger service. Her talent is apparent in every detail of the operations.
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