Adventure Brief
Discover the beauty of Colorado on the Antonito Limited Deluxe train. Enjoy spacious seating, open-air views, and fascinating stories aboard this iconic scenic railroad.
4–5 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover the beauty of Colorado on the Antonito Limited Deluxe train. Enjoy spacious seating, open-air views, and fascinating stories aboard this iconic scenic railroad.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels since the experience involves sitting with occasional short walks on and off the train.
Wildlife
History
The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is the highest narrow-gauge railroad in the United States, dating back to 1880, preserving the region’s rich railroad heritage.
Conservation
The railroad operates with a commitment to preserving the natural landscape and minimizing environmental impact by following sustainable practices and educating visitors about local ecosystems.
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
Discover the beauty of Colorado on the Antonito Limited Deluxe train. Enjoy spacious seating, open-air views, and fascinating stories aboard this iconic scenic railroad.
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 in Advance
Tickets fill up quickly for the Deluxe car due to limited seating, so secure your reservation early.
Dress in Layers
Temperatures can vary on the train, especially on the open-air gondola, so wear layers to stay comfortable.
Bring a Camera
Capture the stunning mountain views and wildlife, but be mindful of fellow passengers when taking photos.
Arrive Early
Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure to enjoy boarding and hear safety and trip briefings from guides.
Layered Clothing
Allows you to adjust to varying temperatures inside the train and outside on the gondola.
Sunscreen
Protects against UV rays while spending time outdoors on the open-air gondola.
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Binoculars
Enhances wildlife viewing and helps you enjoy distant mountain vistas.
Camera
Captures the breathtaking scenery and memorable moments throughout the journey.