Visit Poway-Midland Railroad
April/May 2026 – Calendar (Fares and other notes below Calendar) Saturdays are Steam Locomotive 10am – 2pm, Sundays are either Cable Car or Speeder (11am-2pm) with no Operation 2nd Saturday each month
| LAST RIDE 15 minutes before ending time | LAST RIDE 15 minutes before ending time | LAST RIDE 15 minutes before ending time |
| Saturday | April 4th | Steam Locomotive 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
| Sunday | April 5th | NO OPERATION – Dark Easter Sunday 2026 |
| Saturday | April 11th | Steam Locomotive 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
| Sunday | April 12th | NO OPERATION – Dark 2nd Sunday, April 2026 |
| Saturday | April 18th | Steam Locomotive 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
| Sunday | April 19th | Cable Car 11:00 am to 2:00 pm |
| Saturday | April 25th | Steam Locomotive 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
| Sunday – RAIN CANCELLATION TODAY | April 26th-RAIN CANCELLATION TODAY | |
| Saturday | May 2nd | Steam Locomotive 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
| Sunday | May 3rd – Speeder while Cable Car get repairs | |
| Saturday | May 9th | Steam Locomotive 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
| Sunday | May 10th | NO OPERATION – Dark 2nd Sunday, May 2026 |
| Saturday | May 16th | Steam Locomotive 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
| Sunday | May 17th | Cable Car 11:00 am to 2:00 pm |
| Saturday | May 23rd | Steam Locomotive 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
| Sunday | May 24th | Speeder with Ore Cars 11:00am to 2:00pm |
| Saturday | May 30th | Steam Locomotive 10:00 am to 2:00 pm |
| Sunday | May 31st | Cable Car 11:00 am to 2:00 pm |
Train Rides – Hours
Hours may vary due to weather, maintenance, or special events. We sometimes must change equipment from what’s posted here due to maintenance or other challenges. If weather is too wet or too hot, we will not operate. The Final Ride of the day happens (15) fifteen minutes before we close.
Saturdays
10:00 am — 2:00 pm
Sundays
11:00 am — 2:00 pm
(2nd Sunday always No Operation)
Special Holiday and Event Rides
See Calendar for details
Planning a Birthday Party or Group Event? Check with Old Poway Park staff* to reserve your space in the park. On day of the party/event, purchase your estimated number of train ride tickets at the Ticket Office inside our Train Depot; we’ll refund any unused. Then, speak with the Station Agent once we are operating that day. They will coordinate your group’s Train Ride (up to 30 riders on Cable Car or Speeder; 65 riders on Locomotive trains).
IMPORTANT: Please have all party/event riders line up in the loading queue when ready to board.
IMPORTANT: On Saturdays, Group Rides provided only after 12:00pm. On Sundays-Group Rides are available during our entire shift, usually 11am to 2pm.
Link to Old Poway Park Staff: *https://poway.org/452/Old-Poway-Park
Fares
Tickets available at the depot on ride days.
Cash and Credit Cards accepted.
Annual Passes
$50.00 for Family Pass (all members immediate family)
Steam Locomotive and Cable Car
Adults: $5.00
Children: (2-12): $2.00
Children under age 2: Free
Speeder
Adults: $4.00
Children (2-12): $2.00
Children under 2: Free
Private Charters & Group Rides
Looking for a unique event? We offer private train rides for groups, weddings, and any of your other very special occassions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to buy tickets in advance?
No, tickets are only available at the depot on ride days (no online sales), you can purchase for future operating dates.
Are the train rides wheelchair accessible?
Yes, our steam train’s first coach is wheelchair accessible. The cable car and speeder may have accessibility limitations. Please contact us for details.
Can I bring food and drinks?
Food and drinks are allowed in the park but not on the train.
How long is the ride?
A typical train ride lasts about 10-15 minutes.
Are pets allowed on the train?
Service animals are always welcome, but pets are not permitted on the train.
What happens in case of bad weather?
Rides may be canceled due to rain or extreme heat. Check our calendar for updates.