Adventure Brief
Discover a luxurious 64-mile scenic railroad adventure from Antonito to Chama, featuring deluxe cars, a hot lunch at Osier, and breathtaking mountain landscapes.
6–7 hours
easy
Family Friendly
No Experience Required
Discover a luxurious 64-mile scenic railroad adventure from Antonito to Chama, featuring deluxe cars, a hot lunch at Osier, and breathtaking mountain landscapes.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
6–7 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required as this is a seated rail journey suitable for all ages.
Wildlife
History
The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is a historic narrow-gauge railroad dating back to the late 19th century, preserving early western rail heritage.
Conservation
The railroad operates with an emphasis on sustainable tourism, carefully managing natural resources and supporting local ecosystems.
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
Discover a luxurious 64-mile scenic railroad adventure from Antonito to Chama, featuring deluxe cars, a hot lunch at Osier, and breathtaking mountain landscapes.
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 Tickets Early
Reservations fill up quickly, especially for Deluxe seats, so plan and book your trip well in advance.
Dress in Layers
Weather can vary dramatically along the route—bring layers to stay comfortable during the outdoor portions.
Bring a Camera with Zoom
Wildlife can be spotted from a distance, so a camera with a good zoom lens enhances your photo opportunities.
Prepare for Limited Connectivity
Cell service is spotty along the remote areas of the trip, so plan accordingly and enjoy the disconnect.
Layered Clothing
Allows easy adjustment to temperature changes throughout the day.
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Binoculars
Helpful for spotting distant wildlife and scenic points.
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Sun Hat and Sunglasses
Protects against sun exposure, especially when on the open-air gondola.
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Camera with Zoom Lens
Captures sharp photos of the stunning landscapes and wildlife.
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