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Embark on the Outlaw Express for a scenic evening train ride to Cumbres Pass, featuring stunning views and a delicious BBQ dinner. Discover a unique New Mexico adventure away from the usual crowds.
Embark on the Outlaw Express for a scenic evening train ride to Cumbres Pass, featuring stunning views and a delicious BBQ dinner. Discover a unique New Mexico adventure away from the usual crowds.
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Operated by Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad · Chama, New Mexico
Journey aboard the Outlaw Express with the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad for a one-of-a-kind evening adventure in Chama, New Mexico. This unique train ride takes you up to Cumbres Pass — the highest operational railroad pass in the United States — where you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from an open-air gondola car. As the train snakes through the rugged landscapes, keep an eye out for local wildlife such as elk and mule deer. The experience is perfectly capped with a mouthwatering BBQ dinner prepared by Outlaw BBQ, served aboard the train. It’s a delicious mix of scenic beauty, outdoor fresh air, and comforting food, creating a memorable outing for outdoor enthusiasts and families alike. Whether you’re a railroad aficionado or a lover of the New Mexican backcountry, the Outlaw Express offers something truly special — an opportunity to savor nature's grandeur from a vintage train while indulging in classic southwestern BBQ flavors. This private experience allows for a more intimate and relaxed journey, making it ideal for those who want to escape the crowds and soak in the quiet evening vistas.
easy.
2–3 hours.
No special fitness level is required beyond being able to board and disembark the train comfortably.
Yes, the ride is family-friendly and children of all ages are welcome, though young children should be supervised in the open-air gondola.
Yes, a BBQ dinner from Outlaw BBQ is included as part of the experience.
Outside food and drinks are not allowed; however, beverages and dinner are provided during the journey.
We recommend dressing in layers to adjust to changing temperatures and comfortable shoes for boarding and disembarking.
The train has limited accessibility features, so please contact Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad directly to discuss specific needs.
Pets are not permitted on the train, with the exception of service animals.
The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad operates on tracks originally built in the late 19th century to connect remote mountain communities.
The railroad works closely with environmental groups to preserve local habitats and limit any ecological impact of its operations.
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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