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Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Durango, CO

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Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is a tour in Durango, CO, part of the San Juan Mountains guide. Cost: $50 or more.

479 Main Ave · Durango, CO

Why you should go…

This 3-foot narrow-gauge heritage railroad has run continuously between Durango and Silverton, Colorado since 1882, originally hauling silver and gold ore. It is a federally designated National Historic Landmark and a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark, and has been voted the most scenic train in America for several consecutive years. The train operates year-round through the San Juan National Forest with multiple seating classes available.

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