BOOKING FOR THE WINTER 2022-2023 SEASON COMING SOON.
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado. Spanning 26 miles each way, this 5.25 hour round trip experience is offered on select dates from November 20 through May 6. We recommend reserving your trip in advance online so that you have the best chance of securing your preferred seating.
Departing from the Durango Depot, this trip takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River while relaxing in heated coaches. Cascade Canyon is a destination like no other and is the perfect setting for a fire-side lunch, photo opportunities or a walk along the Animas River during your 60-minute layover. All trains have a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase. Click here to see the concession menu.
Boxed Lunches are available for pre-order. You can place your order during the booking process when you are reserving your trip. You may also call reservations at 1-888-872-4607 to order your selection. Click here to see selections.
Departure Dates:
January 1, 2, 8, 9,14, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30,
February 5, 6, 11,12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27
March 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31
April 1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
May 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
STEAM EXCURSION DATES LISTED IN BLACK
DIESEL EXCURSION DATES LISTED IN BOLD RED ITALICS. Diesel excursion dates are 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/21, 2/27, 3/6, 3/7, 3/8, 3/9.
Departure/Arrival Times
Durango Departure: 9:15am
Cascade Canyon Arrival: 11:20am
Cascade Canyon Departure: 12:20pm
Durango Arrival: 2:30pm
Winter Fares 2021/2022
First Class
Prospector (Adult) $144* (Child) $106* Dates Available 1/8-4/3 & 4/24-5/6
Red Mountain (Adult) $144* (Child) $106* Dates Available 3/4-5/6
Knight Sky (All Ages) $151* Available 11/20/21-4/23/22
Yankee Girl (Age 21+) $144.* Available 1/8-2/27 & 4/9-5/6
Alamosa (Age 21+) $169.* Available 2/5-5/6
Standard Class
Coach (All Ages) Adult $79* Child $49*
*Fares subject to 8% historic preservation fee
Adults (ages 12+) Child (ages 4-11)
Children under the age of 4 ride FREE if not occupying a seat.
Schedule and fares subject to change.
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We are now operating daily and our train schedule has in fact expanded as we’ve moved deeper into the summer season.
We experienced a brief pause in railroad operations recently while we worked through communications with the Forest Service on our operating status while observing agreed upon fire precautions. Concurrently, we were able to rebook passengers to adjacent days when train excursions were operating.
All trains scheduled for Thursday, June 16 and beyond are operating as scheduled at this time.
Please know that if we experience any interruptions in service due to future fire precaution levels, we will reach out to all of our guests in a most timely manner to offer information and alternatives.
Thank you”