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It takes about six and one half hours to traverse the entire 64-mile line, including the lunch stop at Osier. Depending on the itinerary, your trip will last from four and a half hours to approximately eight hours.

The train stops at the Osier dining hall for one hour.

Lunch is provided as part of the fare price. However, you are welcome to bring your own meals and eat them in the dining hall.

A full salad bar is available for vegetarians. If you have other special dietary requirements, you should plan on bringing your own meal.

You may see eagles and hawks, mule deer, antelope, coyotes, mountain lions, foxes, and even a bear. You will almost certainly see range cattle—and the engineer may have to blow the whistle several times to get them off the tracks!—as well as a real live cowboy or two.

The train ride ranges in altitude from 7,863 to 10,015 feet. You may want to consult with your doctor before riding if you are subject to heart or breathing problems. Due to the changes in altitude and the variability of the weather, you will probably experience several different types of weather during the day. You may also wish to walk about the historic property. So we recommend layers of clothes that you don’t mind getting a little dirty, and sturdy shoes with ankle support (no open-toed shoes or sandals, please!). A hat and sunscreen are recommended if you plan to spend time outside or riding in the open observation car.

The steam locomotives that haul our trains emit smoke and cinders. Passengers are responsible for their own protection from cinders and soot. If you plan to ride in the open car, please consider bringing goggles or other eye protection. The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad will not be held responsible for soiled clothing or cinders in the eye.