My wife and I moved to the area a few years ago but still haven’t gone on one of these. It looks like there are a ton of them, so I’m wondering if you folks know of any good ones?
Most/all of them are nice. Really close is the Colorado Railroad Museum, which had short (15 minute) rides behind a steam train. Georgetown Loop is a bit longer and very nice. Royal Gorge had nice dinner trains
If you are looking for longer rides, Amtrak to Glenwood, Durango/Silverton and Cumbres/Toltec are all stunning.
Georgetown loop is awesome. Also thought there was one in the Leadville area.
I just did the Leadville one. It was pretty cool and nice views but to be completely honest, it was about an hour too long (imo). Also, I have a feeling the other mountain trains might be similar but the seating was uncomfortable. Just food for thought.
I think there is, but haven’t been there myself.
Royal Gorge
Does that one go up into the mountains? My inlaws are wanting to ride that one next week but we’re over budget this month.
It goes through this canyon:
It’s not high up in the mountains, but it’s definitely “mountain-y”
If you posted a link, I’m not seeing anything. No worries! I can find the route on Google.
Not sure why the image isn’t showing. Try this: https://images.303magazine.com/uploads/2019/02/46908460_10158692774162524_5473468345921568768_o.jpg
Royal gorge was sweet, we did the murder mystery car and won the game (not that hard but we’re the only table to answer correctly)! Pretty good food too. Id probably try and do an open top car next time.
Georgetown loop was super short, like that’s it?