Maricopa Live Steamers Information

We offer free rides to the public each Sunday (except Mid-May through August) from Noon till 5:00 p.m. Club business meetings are held on the second Saturday of each month. See our Calendar for meeting dates and times. During the hot summer months, between the beginning of May and the beginning of September, we do not offer rides to the public, but if you're a visiting railroader, you're welcome to drop by. If you plan to bring your locomotive to the railroad, please read our Operating Guidelines. During the months in which we offer free rides to the public we serve hundreds of passengers every Sunday and the number is growing as more and more people become aware of the park. Many passengers are repeat riders who return several times after discovering the thrill and beauty of our desert railroad. Natural beauty and wildlife is everywhere! Several times each year, MLS participates with the other park organizations, the Arizona Model Railroading Society and the Sahuaro Central Railroad Heritage Preservation Society, in railroad-related celebrations and activities. These events, many times open only to railroad groups, promotes the park as well as the outstanding work peformed by all three organizations. You may read more about the history of Sahuaro Central here. Railroaders are invited to our Spring and Fall Meets.