Today I rode the Cumbres & Toltec Railroad from Antonito, Colorado to Chama, New Mexico. We crossed the state line 10 times during the ride and went through Cumbres Pass at 10, 015 feet. This is the highest crossing for any narrow gauge train.
The Cumbres & Toltec was once part of the Denver & Rio Grande Railway that connected many of the towns in Colorado and north New Mexico. It is an amazing narrow gauge train.
We rode in Deluxe Tourist Class and were the only passengers in our car for the first half of our trip. We really liked the fancy car. It had golden ceilings.
We stopped at Osier for lunch and had a really fun time. Here I am on the balcony of the last train car at Osier.
Daddy and I waited for Engine 488 to depart Osier.
The Cumbres route used to haul cattle and other freight, as well as passengers. I am passing by old cattle pens.
Toward the end of the journey, the engineer blew off steam several times, which dramatically shows the power of a steam engine.
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Did you think the narrow gauge railway was rougher than the regular one? You are seeing some wonderful scenery and learning so much. Keep having fun. Are you eating any meals on the trains?
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