Step Inside History: The 10583 Red Caboose This isn’t just any caboose, it’s a piece of Colorado railroad heritage! Our restored C&S caboose 10583 once rolled through Northern Colorado. Back in the day, the caboose was the conductor’s domain, tracking cargo, watching for problems, and keeping the crew safe. These iconic red cars were the heartbeat of every freight train. The best part? You can climb aboard and explore it yourself! Feel the history beneath your feet as you step inside and imagine

Our caboose is a passenger favorite. Nicknamed the "Crummy" or the "Head Shed," this small car bringing up the rear was built in 1929, and is where the conductor monitored the entire train ahead or situations happening behind. It is an original part of the ATSF acquisition of the United Verde Copper Company rail line that became Verde Canyon Railroad in 1990. Since 2005, Verde Canyon Railroad's luxurious caboose has been in high demand as a rare and extra special vantage point for viewing the Ar