News From The Station
How many people does it take to run a railroad?
How many people does it take to run a railroad? Well, the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad has 80 employees and a team of volunteers to keep it running smoothly from May - October. Usually, each train is staffed with a team of seven employees and one or two...
Tracks Across the Border – Scenic Byway
While in Chama enjoying the Fall Colors make sure to check out the spectacular scenery of Colorado & New Mexico's newest Scenic Byway - "Tracks Across Borders Byway". Also, download the app to make traveling the byway more informative! Click here to learn more! Gato...
Autumn Adventures: The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad Goes Where No Road Goes, Steaming Through Aspens and Fall Scenery
One of the best ways to the enjoy the brilliant fall colors of the Rocky Mountains is by riding the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad (C&TSRR). As the longest, highest and most authentic steam railroad in America, the C&TSRR goes where no roads go, twisting and turning...
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad to Offer One More 2018 Sunset Dinner Train – Sept. 15th!
Each month, the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad offers a Sunset Dinner Train. This special excursion allows you to experience a Rocky Mountain sunset, a gourmet dinner and the thrill of railroading under the stars. These trains often sell out due to the delicious...
Cool off this summer on the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
North America’s Highest Steam Railroad Travels Nearly 2 Miles Above Sea Level ANTONITO, COLO & CHAMA, NM June 6, 2018 Summer is heating up and as temperatures rise, do yourself a favor and schedule a cool getaway. How about riding in the open gondola car of the...
Six Reasons Why the Cumbres & Toltec is a Great Place to Take Your Kids or Grandkids
The readers of USA Today selected the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad as the No. 1 train ride in America. But they were thinking of riders of all ages. Here’s six reasons why it’s also one of the best places to take your kids or grandkids: 1. Kids love trains! Who...
Locomotive #168 restoration effort – an update from June, 2018
JUNE 6, 2018 - We are happy to report that work on the Locomotive #168 restoration project has been progressing quickly, and that we remain under budget and on time for a completion of the locomotive late in 2019. Project leader Stathi Pappas and his team of skilled...
Business as Usual on the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
Concerns Expressed for Everyone Affected but Wildfires Not Impacting Historic Train ANTONITO, COLO & CHAMA, NM, June 3, 2018….The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad expresses its concern for the people affected by the Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado wildfires,...
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad to Kick-Off 48th Season with Two Double-Headers
STEAM RAILROAD OWNED BY THE CITIZENS OF COLORADO AND NEW MEXICO TO CHUG OVER THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS ONCE AGAIN CHAMA, NM and ANTONITO, CO, May 1, 2018 With bells clanging, whistles blowing, and surrounded by clouds of steam, the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, the...
“Great Scenic Railway Journeys” profiles the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad
"Great Scenic Railway Journeys" profiles the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad in their award-winning public television program. Watch the clip here!...