Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train

Ride With Us

Ride With Us

For information and reservations on the 2009 Cascade Canyon Winter Train, please click here.

Cascade Canyon Winter Train 2010

Ride the steam train 52 miles round trip through the San Juan National Forest in the comfort of heated coaches. This wilderness destination is the perfect setting for a fire-side lunch, photo opportunities, or a walk along the Animas River.

For reservations on the Cascade Canyon Winter Train, please call 888-872-4607.

 Winter 2010 Train Schedule

DatesTrain Departs
Durango
Train Arrives
Cascade Canyon
Train  Departs Cascade CanyonTrain Arrives Durango
Jan 1 - Feb 12  (Thurs - Sat)10:00 am12:05 pm1:00 pm3:00 pm
Feb 18 - March 13 (Thurs-Sat)10:00 am12:05 pm1:00 pm3:00 pm
March 14 - April 3 Daily10:00 am12:05 pm1:00 pm3:00 pm
April 7 - 17 (Wed - Sat)10:00 am12:05 pm1:00 pm3:00 pm
April 18 - May 7 Daily10:00 am12:05 pm1:00 pm3:00 pm


Cascade Canyon Winter Train Fares 2010

Car TypeAdultChild
Standard-Class Coach$49*$29*

Deluxe-Class San Juan Coach (ages 12 and over).
Available January 1 - 29.

$69*NA
First-Class Alamosa Parlor Car (ages 21 and over)
Available beginning January 30
     $89*     NA
* All 2010 fares are subject to a 4% Durango Historic Preservation Association fee.

Find out more about our 2009 Standard Class Season Pass - Adult: $99

Summer/Fall 2009

Daily excursions to Silverton operate May 2 through October 31, 2009. Dates vary with each class of service. Prices range from $79- $179 for adults. Take a ride on this authentic coal fired, steam-powered time machine - make your reservations today!

Click here to see our  Summer/Fall schedule and fares .   Be sure to visit our Special Events page for additional trains!

The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is proud to offer Presidential, First, Deluxe and Standard-Class seating in our fleet of vintage cars.

While riding aboard our Presidential or First-Class cars, you will be hosted by a knowledgeable attendant who will provide complimentary morning pastries, non-alcoholic beverages and custom first-class amenities.

Premium Classes of Service Schedule

CarDates AvailableTrain Departure Time
 Presidential Class 
Cinco AnimasMay 2 - October 318:15 am
NomadJune 8 - August 139:45 am
 First Class 
Alamosa Parlor CarMay 2 - May 178:15 am
 May 18 - October 159:00 am
 October 16 - October 318:15 am
Silver VistaMay 18 - October 159:00 am
 Deluxe Class 
Rio GrandeMay 18 - October 158:15 am
San Juan CoachMay 2 - May 178:15 am
 May 18 - October 159:00 am
 October 16 - October 318:15 am
Prospector June 15- August 139:45 am

Classes of Service

The first step in booking your steam rail adventure is choosing your car. With four classes of service, you are sure to find a car you'll love.

Presidential Class

Presidential Class (Age 21 and over)

The Victorian splendor of a bygone era awaits you onboard two of the most legendary and historic private cars to ever grace the narrow gauge rails. The Nomad and Cinco Animas both offer two distinctively appointed seating areas, plus the Nomad also features a stateroom for four. A large outdoor viewing platform is exclusively available to those who choose this class.


First Class

First Class

Ride in historic comfort and style on one of our First-Class cars. You will be hosted by a knowledgeable attendant who will provide complimentary morning pastries, non-alcoholic beverages and custom first-class amenities.


premium class

Deluxe Class

The Rio Grande, the San Juan Coach, and Prospector Family Car are three of the most recently refurbished cars in our fleet. For those with families or just those looking for added comfort, these Premium options both offer larger seats and a more adult atmosphere than Standard class.


Standard Class

Standard Class (All ages)

Choose between vintage coach seating or open-air observation gondola seating.