The Moonlit Train Ride At Verde Canyon Railroad In Arizona Will Give You An Evening To Remember

It's hard to top the magic of a vintage train ride, but Verde Canyon Railroad managed to do just that. On select Saturdays during the summer, you can ride the rails through the Arizona countryside with nothing but the glow of the full moon as your guiding light.

Meandering through red rocks and dense wilderness, Verde Canyon Railroad takes passengers on a magical journey into the north-central Arizona countryside.

You'll find the depot on North Broadway in Clarkdale.

Passengers ride the rails on a four-hour, 20-mile trip leading to a remote canyon only accessible via rail.

You'll see an abundance of flora and fauna that call the rugged desert landscape home, all while relaxing in a vintage train car.

Themed excursions are held all throughout the year, with summer playing host to the annual Saturday Night Starlight ride.

Held on select Saturdays from May until September, this wildly popular trip showcases the brilliant colors of sunset, as well as an array of constellations illuminating the darkness.

Rhythm on the Rails also takes place on a handful of Saturdays during the summer, but it allows passengers to bask in the glow of the full moon rather than constellations and sunsets.

It also boasts several different musical acts, whose expertly timed beats are in perfect harmony with the moonrise.

For the most spellbinding experience possible, you'll want to book a seat in one of the open-air cars.

With no windshield obstructing your view, it's the best way to see the night sky in all its glory.

You can upgrade your ticket to include wine tasting and complimentary appetizers for an extra fee.

Sips and stars - can you imagine a more perfect duo?

Address: 300 North Broadway, Clarkdale, AZ 86324.

Tickets can be purchased on the Verde Canyon Railroad website.

Visit the Verde Canyon Railroad website or Facebook page to learn more.

Have you ever taken a moonlight train ride on the Verde Canyon Railroad? If so, we'd love to hear all about your experience in the comments section below. Tell us your thoughts, then check out our previous article to learn more about the railroad in general.