Arroyo Grande Valley Railroad Open Day

In conjunction with the 2024 Central Coast Railroad Festival, the Arroyo Grande Valley Railroad will host an open day for enjoyment of the general public.

Welcome to the Arroyo Grande Valley Railroad, one of the newest garden railroads on the central coast. This folded dogbone layout includes over 350 feet of mainline with 4-foot minimum radius curves and a maximum 3% grade supported on a “ladder-style” roadbed. Custom crafted cliffs and rock faces artistically create a natural backdrop, while drought tolerant plants fill the scene. Future additions will include the Village of Arroyo Grande, along with mining and petroleum industries. Chuck and Judith have visited countless garden railroads, attended workshops and invested years planning this “model railroad for the garden.” They are eager to share with visitors how they incorporated a garden railroad into their central coast landscape.