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Join an exclusive night photo session with historic K-36 locomotives celebrating their 100th anniversary in Chama, New Mexico. Capture stunning images under the stars with these iconic trains on display.
Join an exclusive night photo session with historic K-36 locomotives celebrating their 100th anniversary in Chama, New Mexico. Capture stunning images under the stars with these iconic trains on display.
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Operated by Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad · Chama, New Mexico
Celebrate a remarkable milestone with the 100th Anniversary Night Photo Session at Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad in Chama, New Mexico. This rare event brings multiple historic K-36 steam locomotives together for a unique night photo opportunity after the Parade of Steam, offering a striking scene of vintage engines illuminated against the starry sky. Photographers and train enthusiasts alike will appreciate the chance to capture these powerful machines in action under dramatic lighting, making it a memorable experience. The crisp mountain air and clear desert skies add to the magic, providing perfect conditions for long-exposure photography while honoring a century of railroading heritage. This private session combines history, art, and nature, allowing guests to witness a one-in-a-lifetime reunion of these legendary locomotives and create an extraordinary keepsake.
easy.
2–3 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels as the event mainly involves standing and light walking at the photo site.
Basic night photography knowledge is helpful but not mandatory; guides can provide tips during the event.
The session begins shortly after the Parade of Steam concludes, typically at dusk.
Yes, but children should be supervised closely due to low light and railroad proximity.
Absolutely. Bringing your own gear is highly recommended to capture the best images.
Limited parking is available near the depot in Chama; carpooling or arriving early is advised.
In case of adverse weather, the event may be postponed or rescheduled; check with Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad for updates.
The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad has operated historic narrow-gauge trains since 1880, crucial for connecting communities in the Southwest.
Efforts are made to preserve the natural habitats along the rail corridor, including limiting noise and emissions during events.
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is a heritage railroad based in Antonito, Colorado, that operates scheduled scenic train experiences across the historic Cumbres Pass corridor. The railroad runs vintage 19th-century train cars and operates the historic locomotive 168 on select departures, delivering authentic steam-era travel through high mountain landscapes. Trips include themed dinner and wine trains, deluxe and parlor-car Cumbres Express services, coach and open-air gondola options, geology-focused excursions, one-way journeys between Chama and Cumbres, and combined bus–train itineraries covering the Antonito–Chama route. Many departures feature a hot lunch or dinner at Osier station, interpretive commentary from knowledgeable guides, and opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. The railroad highlights the region’s geology, historic trestles, and sweeping mountain vistas while preserving original rolling stock and track alignment. Visitors travel across iconic structures such as the Wolf Creek trestle and ascend Cumbres Pass, experiencing panoramic views of the Rio Grande Rift and surrounding peaks. Tickets are offered for specific named departures, including Dinner & Beer Train, 168 Dinner & Wine Train, Cumbres Express (Deluxe, Parlor, Coach), Continental Divide and Geology trains, and All Aboard Antonito one-way combinations. Passengers can choose seating classes ranging from coach to premium parlor cars and open-air gondolas for unobstructed scenery. Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad emphasizes historic preservation, guided interpretation, and curated dining options to create memorable, authentic western railroad journeys from Antonito, Colorado. Reservations and ticketing details are available through channels for each named departure and seating class. Plan ahead for limited seating on popular dates.
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