Adventure Brief
Enjoy a magical evening on the 168 Dinner & Beer Train in Antonito, Colorado. Dine aboard vintage train cars while soaking in scenic mountain views and historic charm.
4–5 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Enjoy a magical evening on the 168 Dinner & Beer Train in Antonito, Colorado. Dine aboard vintage train cars while soaking in scenic mountain views and historic charm.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels as the activity primarily involves sitting and light walking during stops.
Wildlife
History
The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad has been operating since 1880, preserving one of the best examples of historic narrow-gauge railroads in the United States.
Conservation
The railroad and surrounding areas are managed to minimize environmental impact, emphasizing preservation of natural habitats and historic infrastructure.
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
Enjoy a magical evening on the 168 Dinner & Beer Train in Antonito, Colorado. Dine aboard vintage train cars while soaking in scenic mountain views and historic charm.
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.
Base Location
Antonito, CO
Station departure city for many trips
Trips Offered
11 unique trips
Dinner trains to geology excursions
Route Length
64 miles
Antonito–Chama scenic corridor
Historic Equipment
19th-century cars & 168
Authentic steam-era experience
Reserve seats for dinner trains, geology excursions, or the Cumbres Express — authentic mountain vistas and historic steam locomotives await.
Reserve Your Seats Early
This exclusive train experience often sells out quickly, so book well in advance to secure your preferred date.
Dress in Layers
Mountain evenings can get chilly, especially aboard the open-air gondola; bring a jacket or sweater.
Arrive Early for Boarding
Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before departure to enjoy the historic station and get oriented.
Bring a Camera
Don't miss the chance to capture stunning landscapes and the vintage train interiors throughout the ride.
Layered Clothing
Keep comfortable during changing temperatures, especially in the evening and on the open-air gondola.
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Camera or Smartphone
Capture the vintage train details and scenic views throughout your journey.
Comfortable Shoes
Wear shoes suitable for walking on historic station grounds and boarding the train.
Light Rain Jacket
Protects against unexpected mountain showers during spring and summer months.
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