The Train Trip June 11th- 14th

bh4rnnr · Apr 6, 2026

The W's:

When: June 11th through the 14th.

Where: Southern CO, Northern NM.

Why: Steam Trains are cool.

What: Depending on how this summer goes with our current drought, I'm gonna move base camp to Chama and the Rio Chama RV park. The trains will most likely be able to run being that most are oil burning now. But I don't see any reason for us to making things worse if we don't start getting some moisture. With that we'll still plan on riding the train one day and chase two days. It's always a fun trip and the Cumbres and Tolotec Scenic Railroad is a blast to ride.

Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad

Keeping the run open

A few pics from last trips:

Stephen Reavill · Apr 7, 2026

That looks like a ton of fun I'd like to try and come for that if I don't end up being busy that time of year.

Roi · Apr 8, 2026

Sounds like a super fun adventure both for me and our 4.5y.o., do you know if kids are welcome? Maybe even a whole family adventure?

Beach Boy · Apr 8, 2026

Wish I could make it this year.

DanS · Apr 19, 2026

Roi said:
Sounds like a super fun adventure both for me and our 4.5y.o., do you know if kids are welcome? Maybe even a whole family adventure?

The train trip is VERY kid friendly, especially if your kid like trains. It's REAL chill.

I don't know if I can make it or not (probably not, at the next week is a full work week in Como) but if I can't come, it'll because I'm busy working on a train. FWIW, on your way back from Chama/Antonito, you should all feel free to stop in at the Como Roundhouse. I'll probably be there, but if not someone will be--if you haven't had your fill of wandering around historic railroad yards yet.

Dan

zgfiredude · Apr 19, 2026

I wanted to come last year and couldn’t…this year I intend to make it happen!

brisico · Apr 20, 2026

I also missed it last year so it is already on my calendar for this year. Not sure if I can make it down Thursday afternoon or Friday morning. Looking forward to hearing more about the plans!

Corbet · Apr 21, 2026

Roi said:
Sounds like a super fun adventure both for me and our 4.5y.o., do you know if kids are welcome? Maybe even a whole family adventure?

I’ll also reinforce the fact this is a great kids adventure. Camp is flat and mellow nestled in some aspens. The train ride can be a long day but you get off the train for a lunch break and I’m sure most kids that age will just nap the final miles. Wheeling is also mild with lots of get out and watch the train. Maybe bring some ear protection for a young kid. I’ll miss it again this year, I’m out of country that week.

Roi · May 2, 2026

Thank you all for the replies.
How may I get more details and/or join?
New to Colorado (moved from NM) and to the forum.

Corbet · May 2, 2026

Perry, who organizes this trip every year will post more details soon I’m sure. Like GPS camp location and daily itinerary. There is normally a group reservation made to ride the train. @bh4rnnr

bh4rnnr · Monday at 5:39 PM

Alright,

Sadly, some things have come up and I'm gonna have to reschedule this trip

. June has become a favorite time of year to ride the Cumbres and Toltec but now looking at August. Working on dates currently and will post more as I get dates figures out. Looking towards late August now. Need to look on the website sand see if any fun rides are happening.

Sorry for the changes.

Corbet · Monday at 6:22 PM

Not to push it later but that looks like it would be a great fall colors venue. But either Aug or Sept could potentially open it up for me to attend.

brisico · Tuesday at 8:20 PM

Fall would be nice. The C&TSR is also offering some night sky trips that could be fun. Chase during the day and ride at night. Nothing like a steam whistle echoing in the dark...

Corbet · 2026-05-23T07:09:21-0600

2026 season delayed to access wild fire danger. https://cumbrestoltec.com/2026-seas...YMFKfdy3N6WICOdCKJ_aem_DyBf7J21CVyU6-D8xdnVGA

MDH33 · 2026-05-23T13:06:28-0600

Corbet said:
Not to push it later but that looks like it would be a great fall colors venue. But either Aug or Sept could potentially open it up for me to attend.

We did it in early October in 2016 and the colors were amazing.

fyffer · 2026-05-23T16:32:40-0600

Spoke with Little “Bit” Johnson yesterday from Chuckwagon. He mentioned Turkey and Meatloaf will be on the menu again. Just saying

The Train Trip June 11th- 14th

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