About Us

Arizona is the largest division of the NMRA‘s Pacific Southwest Region (PSR) in terms of the number of members. The division encompasses the entire state of Arizona. Any member who lists their residence with the NMRA as “Arizona” is automatically a member of the Arizona division. Being known for winter visitors, Arizona has many guest NMRA members during the season.The other divisions of the PSR are located to the west of us: Cajon, Los Angeles, and San Diego.

The PSR and all of its divisions are 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations. For more information on Donating and how to Donate to the AZ Division, Click here. 

The NMRA is the largest organization devoted to the development, promotion, and enjoyment of the hobby of model railroading. The NMRA was founded in 1935 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in order to provide a service to the hobby of model railroading.

A copy of the Arizona Division By-Laws can be found in the LIBRARY - AZ Division Bylaws.

Welcome to the Arizona Division

We are glad that you found our website and hope to see you soon at one of our many events.

Here you will find help realizing your model railroad dreams. All you need to do is ask. To contact the member aid chair, Click here.

Our events are usually on the third Saturday of every month. That does change occasionally to avoid conflict with other major model railroading events within the state. March, June and November have traditionally been in-person, day-long meets at various locations throughout the state. We are enhancing those events with Zoom get-togethers in the other months. Check out our calendar for upcoming events.

You can get to know the leadership team (CLICK HERE). Or better yet, join us! We have positions for almost every interest. Contact the Superintendent Contact Superintendent.

Arizona has one of the most active Achievement Programs in the NMRA. Whether you are looking for a little help on a specific model or want to be a Master Model Railroader or something in-between, we are here to help. Be the best you can be! To contact the AP Committee Chairman, Click here.

The division has a Facebook presence, where folks can socialize. They may share their latest project or set up a carpool to the next in-person event or arrange an informal get together or ... 

Catcus Crawl Schedule

Below are the 3 locations for the Cactus Crawl on Nov. 15 & 16, 2025.  Each location contains a list of layouts that are open for viewing.  Hours of operation are listed for each location below. More layout locations will be added as soon as they become available, so check back often.

Prescott Area

Seligman and Paulden Lines
Peter Atonna
25375 N Feather Mountain Rd.
Paulden AZ
EMAIL

antonna-2.jpegScale: O Scale Hi-Rail
Dimension: 2400 sqft. basement
Handicap Accessible:  Yes, use outside door

Saturday Nov. 15,  9-12am, 1-4pm

Freelanced Rochester and Lake Erie
Tom McColloch
623 S. Pinion Place
Prescott, AZ
EMAIL

Tom McColloch.jpg Scale: HO
Dimension: 20' by 20' room
Handicap Accessible: Yes

Sunday Nov. 16,  1-4pm

Standard gauge St. Louis Eastern and Pacific, and the narrow gauge Coal Creek Central (both fictitious)

Bill Winans
7940 E Crooked Creek Trail
Prescott Valley, AZ
EMAIL

Bill Winans.jpgScale: S/Sn3
Dimension: 20’ X 20’ room
Handicap Accessible:  No

Saturday Nov. 15 9-12am, 15  1-4pm
Sunday Nov. 16 9-12am, 1-4pm
 

Model the ATSF and the SP in a what-if scenario (SPSF) in the spring of 1988 in eastern CA.

Mike Stoner
40 Sierra Rd
Sedona, AZ 86336
EMAIL

Bill Winans.jpgScale: N
Dimension: 19’ X 28’, Single deck, double deck & mushroom bench work.
Handicap Accessible:  No

Saturday Nov. 15  9-12am, 1-4pm
Sunday Nov. 16  9-12am

Point of Rocks Club

Point of Rocks Model Railroad is an outstanding exhibit that highlights the creativity and ingenuity of model train enthusiasts.

3250 Gateway Blvd
Prescott Valley, AZ 86303
EMAIL

Bill Winans.jpgScale: N
Dimension: 20’ X 20’ room

Point of Rocks Model Railroad is an outstanding exhibit that highlights the creativity and ingenuity of model train enthusiasts. Point of Rocks, Prescott boasts an extraordinary display that includes intricate models of train tracks, stations, bridges, and buildings that is truly astounding. Model railroaders were inspired by the Santa Fe, Prescott, and Phoenix Railway, one of the premier rail networks during 19th-century United States history.

Handicap Accessible:  Yes

Saturday Nov. 15  1-4pm

Phoenix Area

Southern Pacific/Lost Dutchman
W David Doiron, LMR
 332 Aepli Drive
Tempe AZ, 85282

Tempe

Scale: HO
Dimension: 50' X 100"
Handicap Accessible: No

Saturday Nov. 15,  9-12am, 1-4pm
Sunday Nov. 16,  9-12am, 1-4pm

Morristown & Erie Railroad - Western Division
Frank Baker, MMR
5319 East Cortez Drive
Scottsdale, AZ

Scale: HO
Dimension: 15' X 30"
Handicap Accessible:  No
 
Saturday Nov. 15,  9-12am & 1-4pm
Sunday Nov. 16,  9-12am & 1-4pm

Rocky Mountain Pacific
Bruce Petrarca, MMR
15700 Clubhouse Dr.
Goodyear, AZ 85395
EMAIL

bruce petrarca

Scale: Fn3 (Garden Scale Narrow Gauge)
Dimension: 66 ft x 48 ft
Handicap Accessible:  Yes, Entrance from the street is over paver tiles, with minimal grades and one gate,

Saturday Nov. 15, 1-4pm
Sunday Nov. 16, 9-12am & 1-4pm

Utah & Eastern Colorado Railroad
Mike Salzetti
11269 E. Autumn Sage Dr.,
Scottsdale, AZ 85255 
EMAIL

Mike Salzetti

Scale: HO
Dimension: 15’ X 25’ bi-level
Handicap Accessible:
Ground Floor; No steps

Saturday Nov 15 9-12am
Sunday Nov. 16,  9-12am

Tucson Area