on our "tour of the old west". we went to Chama, NM on suggestions from friends who lived/traveled extensively in New Mexico. We had to "do the train", as they said. So, we got into Chama, late one cold October night. we grabbed a place to stay. and then off to the rail road in the morning. we chose to... More

Went on this rail trip having been on the Durango to Silverton the year before.... Great trip, a few mile of scrub dessert and then into the mountains.. The scenery is amazing. We went from Antonito and didn't go all the way through to Chama. We stopped at Osier for lunch and then did the return train journey. We were... More

A wonderful ride through varied scenery behind impressive hard working locomotives. Chama Depot in particular shows what the Rocky Mounty 3ft gauge Railways were like in the 1950's

There are several trip options for this scenic railway. Since we were staying in Santa Fe, we elected to drive up to Chama and take the train to the Osier dining hall, have lunch, then return by train to Chama. That way, we did not have to have a bus ride on one end or the other. We also decided... More

A really excellent experience on a great train that needs no embellishment. I only wish that more of the special trains left out of Antonito - it seems that Chama receives the lion's share of the attention.

We'd planned to ride this train for years, and got the chance in early October 2012. We stayed in Chama, rode the train to Antonito, and took the bus back to Chama. We booked one of the cheap seats, but didn't regret that decision a bit. Most of the time we were standing in the outdoor car, behind the engine,... More

My wife and I were able to ride the C&T Scenic Railroad in September-2012. It was a beautiful ride and the fall colors were just kicking in. We stayed in Chama, NM and took the bus to Antonito and rode the train back to Chama. The scenery and history provided by the C&T hostess in our car was extraordinary. Lunch... More

We traveled in October, a perfect time to go. We arrived in Antonito about 9:00 AM for the 10:00 AM ride. We didn't have a reservation, but walked right up, and had our ticket in minutes. We chose the #3 ride, which was Antonito to Osier for lunch, and back to Antonito on the train. In retrospect I would probably... More

We rode the train with our 5 year old grandson on October 12, 2012. What a great way to spend a day creating memories on this trip. The scenery on this historic, longest & highest narrow gauge railroad is fantastic. We spent a little extra for the tourist car & appreciated it. Our personal conductor gave us maps, a covered... More