Cowboy Poetry Train

Friday, September 29, 2023

Gather up your favorite cowboys and cowgirls to enjoy true western poets, acoustic entertainment, and outstanding fall foliage when you ride this special train to Silverton, Colorado! Hear poems and songs that will bring tears to your eyes and keep you in stitches. The Cowboy Poetry Train is a part of The Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering held annually in the Fall.


Join us for a very special Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge excursion to Silverton, Colorado! Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering entertainers will be performing onboard on designated coaches and gondolas during this excursion. Hear the music, poetry, stories and yes, a few tall tales of the West!
All trains have a concession car with a variety of light snacks available for purchase. Or discover a sweet spot in Silverton to enjoy lunch during your 2 hour layover in this historic mining town.

STANDARD-CLASS- COACH or GONDOLA:

All ages. Enjoy all the music onboard while riding in one of our 44-seat standard-class coaches or open air Gondolas!
Coach
Adult Fare:
$105.00* per person
Children’s Fare: $69.00* per person
Gondola
Adult Fare: $115.00* per person
Children’s Fare: $79.00* per person

*subject to 8% historic preservation fee.

2023 SCHEDULE:
Depart Durango 8:15 a.m.
Arrive Silverton 11:55 a.m.
Depart Silverton 2:00 p.m.
Arrive Durango 5:40 p.m.

Call 888-872-4607 to book your seats now! Online booking available.

Parking lot fees are $10.00 for a car, truck or motorcycle and $15.00 for an RV, bus, trailer or any vehicle utilizing more than one standard parking space. Per city ordinance, there is no overnight camping allowed in the lot.
For the entertainment lineup and more information on the annual Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering, please click here.

or call for reservations!
1-877-872-4607