This wonderful resource, already close to the Parkway, is one of the uses that would be real nice for families with small children to take them on a tour of the Parkway, which is now virtually impossible given the hectic nature of the trail and the unsafe nature of the off trail areas.
The Rancho Cordova Post wrote an article about it and here is an excerpt.
“The Sacramento Valley Live Steamers Railroad Museum, Inc. is a little known jewel of Rancho Cordova history. The museum is dedicated to the history and tangibility of the steam engine. However, unlike most museums where it is all look and no touch, this particular museum encourages you to not only touch the exhibits, but ride them as well. With nearly 6,300 feet of miniature track surrounding a portion of Hagan Community Park this collection of miniature 1/8 scale trains has plenty of room to roam.
“Due to their desire to preserve the history of the steam engine era, this group of individuals dubbed The Steamers, have never in their 37 years charged to ride these small wonders. Funded largely by grants and donations, The Steamers have brought an educational experience to both young and old through the use of these small scale ride-able trains.
“From March to October on the first and third Sunday of each month, these miniature locomotives are moving full speed ahead doing what they do best; making people smile. Every year The Steamers participate in a number of events hosted at Hagan Community Park. In addition, they also host two separate fundraisers; one around Halloween and another for Christmas.”
