Steam Engine rounding the bend around the canyon
kids and family winter steam train ride
winter train at Cascade

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!

Quick Details: 5.25-Hour Roundtrip | 26 Miles Each Way | Heated Vintage Coaches

Season: Select dates from November 20 through April 30

Departure: Durango Depot (9:15 AM)

Overview

Departing from the historical Durango Depot, this unforgettable roundtrip excursion takes you high into the Rocky Mountains along the winding Animas River. Travel in cozy, heated coaches through the majestic San Juan National Forest to Cascade Canyon — a winter destination perfect for a fireside lunch, photo opportunities, or a peaceful riverside walk during your 60-minute layover.

Winter Cascade Canyon Booking Information

Durango & Silverton · Narrow Gauge

Cascade CanyonWinter Train

A five-hour round trip up the Animas River gorge, with an hour on the ground at Cascade Canyon. Choose your car below — every fare is round trip.

Schedule

One departure daily · Durango Depot

9:15 AM

Durango

Boarding at Durango Depot.

11:15 AM

Cascade Canyon

Arrive. Fireside area and scenic views.

60-minute layover
12:15 PM

Cascade Canyon

Depart. Return along the Animas River.

2:30 PM

Durango

Back at Durango Depot.

Cars & Fares

Seating classes, availability, ticket rates

Rates include the 8% Historic Preservation Fee Children under 4 ride free on a lap
Round-trip rates per person
Car Service class Age eligibility Dates available Fare
Cinco Animas Presidential Adults 21+ Nov 20 – Jan 3 Adult$215
Alamosa First Class Adults 21+ Jan 9 – May 1 Adult$199
Yankee Girl First Class Adults 21+ Jan 9 – Jan 31
Feb 6 – Feb 28
Apr 12 – Apr 30
Adult$172
Knight Sky First Class All agesEnclosed car Nov 20 – Apr 18
Apr 26 – Apr 30
Adult & child$183Same fare, ages 4–11
Prospector First Class All ages Feb 6 – Feb 28
Mar 6 – Apr 11
Apr 19 – Apr 25
Adult & child$172Same fare, ages 4–11
Red Mountain First Class All ages Jan 9 – Jan 31
Mar 1 – Apr 11
Adult & child$172Same fare, ages 4–11
San Juan Deluxe All ages Nov 20 – Jan 3 Adult & child$134Same fare, ages 4–11
Standard Coach Coach / Vintage All ages All departure days Adult
$97
Child
$87
Same fare, ages 4–11
Fares are round trip, per person Ages 4–11 = child Under 4 free on a lap

Worry-Free and Flexible Booking

Purchase with Confidence

  • If you have made an error in your reservation or wish to change or cancel, please call us directly at (970) 247-2733 or (888) 872-4607. Cancellations and changes to existing reservations CANNOT be processed using the online system
  • Customers who wish to rebook their train tickets are advised to send an email to [email protected] with the following information: date, time, class of service preferred. We will respond with confirmation of the change when processed.
  • Customers may also call to rebook Monday-Friday 8a-4:30p by phone 1-877-872-4607

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