(Chama NM to Antonito CO)
The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic RR provided some terrific mountain scenery, rock formations, a river and creeks, a forest of pines and aspens, cattle, and a deep gorge. The slow pace of the train allowed for plenty of time to take in the wonderful views.
Cumbres & Toltec RR Views – Approaching Windy Point
The route paralleled the Río de los Piños, and we crossed over it a few times. Shortly after leaving Cumbres CO we passed a herd of cattle grazing by the river. It didn’t look like mountains at that point because we were already near the top at almost 10,000ft.
Cattle Grazing near Cumbres
Río de los Piños
Rock Formation
There were lots of canyons, cliffs, rock formations, and of course the very impressive Toltec Gorge. Rolling along the rim of the gorge, and leaning out the window of the train to get photos, made for an exciting experience.
Toltec Gorge
Closer look into Toltec Gorge
Another Rock Formation
The views of the beautiful scenery through the mountains made for a really enjoyable time. I’m so glad I finally took a ride on this historic narrow gauge steam train.
Camp: Heron Lake SP-W Brushy Point drycamp
Scene: Mountains, river, gorge, rock formations
Also see: Cumbres & Toltec RR Depot and Cumbres & Toltec RR Ride
WOW! That was worth the effort. Thanks again.
It surely was; and, I should have done the trip sooner.
The scenery is mind-blowing! It’s hard to believe that you are at such a high altitude in that second photo.
Yes, I agree. It was mostly down hill from there.