Adventure Brief
Enjoy a magical night aboard vintage train cars pulled by locomotive 168 in Antonito, Colorado. Savor local wines and dinner at Osier station with unforgettable mountain views.
3–4 hours
easy
From $160.00
Family Friendly
Enjoy a magical night aboard vintage train cars pulled by locomotive 168 in Antonito, Colorado. Savor local wines and dinner at Osier station with unforgettable mountain views.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels as the experience involves sitting with limited walking during stops.
Wildlife
History
The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is the highest narrow gauge railroad in the United States, originally built in the late 19th century to support mining towns.
Conservation
The railroad and surrounding areas actively promote sustainable tourism by preserving historic equipment and minimizing environmental footprint through careful route management.
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
Enjoy a magical night aboard vintage train cars pulled by locomotive 168 in Antonito, Colorado. Savor local wines and dinner at Osier station with unforgettable mountain views.
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.
Book Early for Private Experiences
The 168 Dinner & Beer Train is a popular private adventure with limited seats, so reserve your spot well in advance.
Dress in Layers
Temperatures can drop quickly in the evening, especially in open-air gondolas, so bring warm layers for comfort.
Arrive Ahead for Boarding
Plan to arrive at the Antonito station at least 30 minutes early to ensure smooth boarding and orientation.
Keep Cameras Ready
The scenic views from Osier station and along the route are spectacular — keep your camera accessible for stunning photos.
Warm Layered Clothing
Essential to stay comfortable during the cool evening ride and in open-air gondola.
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Camera or Smartphone
Capture the breathtaking mountain views and vintage train atmosphere.
Comfortable Footwear
Useful for boarding and short walks at Osier station.
Rain Jacket
Helpful for spring showers and unexpected rain during the trip.
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