2026: Now STEAM every Saturday!*

Steam Locomotive: Saturday 6/6/26 + SPEEDER**: Sunday 6/7/26 ———- Steam Locomotive: Sat 6/13/26 + NO OPERATION: Sun 6/14/26

Steam Locomotive: Saturday 6/20/26 + SPEEDER**: Sunday 6/21/26 ———- Steam Locomotive: Saturday 6/27/26 + Speeder: Sunday 6/28/26

FOURTH OF JULY STEAM LOCOMOTIVE SATURDAY – SPECIAL EVENT – OPERATING 10:00AM TO 3:45PM

Cable Car***: Saturday 7/11/26 + No Operation: Sunday, 7/12/26——Cable Car ***: Saturday 7/18/26 + Cable Car: Sunday 7/19/26

Cable Car***: Saturday 7/25/26 + Speeder:Sunday, 7/26/26

No operation Sunday July 5th while our volunteer crews take a well-earned rest

*planned operation. Equipment changes and cancellations sometimes occur.

**Speeder will run in place of Cable Car until repairs are completed

***Cable Car will run in place of Steam Locomotive during our Hot Summer Layup Months of July & August

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The Poway-Midland Railroad runs on passion, dedication, and community support. Whether you want to volunteer, become a member, or donate, there’s a place for you on our team!

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Volunteer Opportunities

No experience? No problem! We’ll provide the training.

  • Train operations (engineers, conductors, brakemen)
  • Mechanical restoration & maintenance
  • Ticket sales & guest services
  • Special events & educational tours
  • Must be 18+ for train crew roles. Youth volunteers welcome for other tasks!

Membership Options

Becoming a member helps support train operations, restoration projects, and educational programs.

  • Individual: $30/year
  • Family: $50/year (for all household members)
  • Supporter: $100/year (includes special perks)
  • Lifetime: $500 one-time donation

Other Ways to Support

  • Donate: Help fund train maintenance and restoration.
  • Corporate Sponsorship: Partner with us to keep history alive.
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