Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad

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Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is America’s most authentic steam-operated narrow-gauge railroad.
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Built in 1880, the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is a spectacular steam-era mountain railroad that runs between Chama, NM & Antonito, Colo., offering the ride of a lifetime! Originally built in 1880 and now a National Historic Landmark, we operate 64 miles of track through the rugged San Juan Mountains. Crossing the borders of Colorado and New Mexico 11 times, our coal-fired steam engines pull passengers through some of the most spectacular scenery in the American West.

🏅 Voted #1 Best Train Ride in America (USA Today)
🏅 Ranked #1 Rail Journey in the World for Fall (Japan Rail Pass)
🌲 Traversing Cumbres Pass & Toltec Gorge
🚉 Serving Chama, NM and Antonito, CO

Plan your trip and book your 2026 excursion: https://www.cumbrestoltec.com

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Did you know Continental Divide Trail (CDT) thru-hikers can ride the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad between Cumbres Pa...
10/15/2026

Did you know Continental Divide Trail (CDT) thru-hikers can ride the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad between Cumbres Pass and Chama, New Mexico? Thanks for riding along , we always enjoy giving hikers a lift through the gorgeous terrain.

10/14/2026

Rock Tunnel is a huge hit with the little ones! (And the big kids, too.)

There's still time to come visit America's #1 Best Scenic Train Ride and experience the magic. Our final day of the operating season is October 25.

10/12/2026

What's for lunch at Osier Dining Hall? Our friends at From The Wagon will tell you all about it.

Thank you for the delicious meals and warm Western hospitality you've served up this season. And there's still more to come!

📽️ From the Wagon

10/11/2026

Here's a little Sunday Serenity shot by . Turn up the volume and enjoy the gorgeous colors of the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic RR.

We love these gorgeous fall views captured by Jon McMichael of Colorado Springs' KOAA 5 a few years ago. Our 2026 season...
10/10/2026

We love these gorgeous fall views captured by Jon McMichael of Colorado Springs' KOAA 5 a few years ago. Our 2026 season runs though the 25th.

Several scenic railways dot the Southern Colorado landscape.

10/09/2026

You can still get onboard Galloping Goose #5 running this weekend! Check out this vid from our friends From The Wagon as they welcomed the Goose riders last weekend to Osier Station.

Have you chased the gold this year on the Cumbres & Toltec? It is literally a magical experience you cannot miss. Word a...
10/08/2026

Have you chased the gold this year on the Cumbres & Toltec? It is literally a magical experience you cannot miss. Word along the line is the autumn colors might peak this weekend. We have some availability with your best options out of Antonito.

📸 Photo 1 courtesy of

📸 Photo 4–6 Carlos Llamas

Ride Galloping Goose  #5 through the autumn splendor on the Cumbres & Toltec. Limited tickets remain for  Oct. 9 - 11, F...
10/07/2026

Ride Galloping Goose #5 through the autumn splendor on the Cumbres & Toltec.
Limited tickets remain for Oct. 9 - 11, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. It's your last chance to experience this historic self-propelled railcar this season. The Galloping Goose is a more intimate way to experience the railroad, bringing you closer to the track, the landscape and the remarkable engineering of the narrow-gauge line.

Find more info here: heyor.ca/xAEXt2

📸 Scott Gibbs and Stephen Boniface

10/06/2026

Thanks to Ofelia Strickland for this awesome video of a doubleheader making its way around Windy Point!

We've got another one planned this Friday, 10/9, departing from Chama. There's nothing like seeing and hearing a Cumbres & Toltec doubleheader in action — especially as it powers through the beautiful autumn glow.

Come experience it for yourself!

🎟️ cumbrestoltec.com

10/05/2026

There's nothing like the beauty of a vintage steam train chugging through a winter landscape. It's the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable family holiday tradition aboard Santa's Holiday Express!

Tickets on sale now for our affordable Santa Train experience, departing Chama, December 5 - 6 and Antonito, December 12 - 13.

https://cumbrestoltec.com/santas-holiday-express/

Address

500 Terrace Avenue
Chama, NM
87520

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

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