The park features a 1907 depot building that was relocated from its original site in 1990.
The Poway-Midland Railroad operates on a track loop powered by genuine steam locomotives, including the 'Baldwin' engine.
The Vosberg House, located on the park grounds, is a restored Craftsman-style home originally built in 1908.
The park serves as a hub for the local Farmers Market, held weekly on Saturday mornings.
Much of the rail equipment is maintained and operated by the Poway-Midland Railroad Volunteers, a dedicated non-profit organization.
Old Poway Park is a ten-acre historical site featuring restored 20th-century buildings and a functioning narrow-gauge steam railroad. The park hosts the Poway-Midland Railroad, which operates historic locomotives and passenger cars on a loop track. The site preserves several structures moved from various locations, including the 1907 Poway Depot and the 1908 Vosberg House. A dedicated museum building showcases regional artifacts and documents the area’s turn-of-the-century agricultural past. The grounds include picnic areas, a gazebo, and traditional landscaping designed to replicate the era of the early 1900s. It serves as a living history center for Southern California's railroad heritage.
The elevated viewing platform near the Poway Depot provides the best angle for capturing the steam train as it enters the station.
Check the train schedule online before arriving, as steam engine operations occur only on specific days.
Bring a picnic blanket, as the grassy areas near the gazebo are the prime spots for outdoor dining.
Walk the perimeter trail to see the smaller, less crowded historical exhibits tucked away from the main tracks.
Do not expect the train to be running on weekdays; it is primarily a weekend attraction.
Steam train operations are limited to weekends and certain holidays; the park grounds are generally open daily.
Maintain a safe distance from the tracks when the steam locomotive is in motion.
