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2004 Southwest Colorado Winter Guide

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Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Relive the sights and sounds of yesteryear on a historic train
Cascade Canyon Winter Train runs November - April


Durango was founded by the Denver & Rio Grande Railway in 1879. The railroad arrived in Durango on Aug. 5, 1881 and construction on the line to Silverton began in the fall of the same year. By July of 1882 the tracks to Silverton were completed, and the train began hauling both freight and passengers. The line was constructed to haul silver & gold ore from the San Juan Mountains, but passengers soon realized it was the view that was truly precious. This historic train has been in continuous operation for over 123 years, carrying passengers behind vintage steam locomotives and rolling stock indigenous to the line.


A vintage engine at the Railroad Museum.

Special Events

Dec. 4: Santa Reception. Enjoy cocoa & cookies with Santa upon the train's return.

Dec. 31: Annual New Year's Eve Evening.
Enjoy a festive evening train excursion. Victorian attire suggested. Cash bar.

Feb. 26: Winter Photo Special. Special winter train with photo run-bys. Very limited seating.

Call (888) TRAIN-07 or (970) 247-2733


D&SNG train depot with
a blanket of fresh snow
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