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Rio Grande Scenic Railroad
Alamosa, CO
More than 100 years after completion of the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad line into Alamosa, the same standard gauge rails are still in use, carrying both freight and passengers over La Veta Pass on the San Luis & Rio Grande Railroad and the Rio Grande Scenic Railroad.
The Rio Grande Railroad also offers the one-of-a-kind Mountain Rails Live Concert series. Ride the train from Alamosa or La Veta to the Fir Concert site, a concert venue that is completely green, high in the Rocky Mountains. For more info and the complete concert series line up, check out the "More Details" tab below.
You can click the following link for a printable Rio Grande Scenic Railroad Route Map for your convenience.
Online BookingTo start building your vacation package including Rio Grande Scenic Railroad, enter your dates below. Concert and Excursion Trains 1 of 10 - Alamosa to La Veta - Adult - Coach Seating
Trip Dates:
Runs Daily | May 24th - September 8th
Runs Weekends | through October 12th
Concert Series Dates:
Weekends June 14th to September 14th
The Concert & Excursion Trains depart from downtown Alamosa (intersection of highways 160 and 285). Passengers have a choice of experiencing the full excursion ride or disembarking at Fir Summit, a gorgeous clearing at the top of La Veta Pass where the railroad hosts a variety of folk and western acts for a concert during the layover. At the concert site, locally-inspired BBQ is served as guests enjoy a festival atmosphere. The excursion train continues on with those choosing to ride, picking concertgoers up on the return trip.
Our comfortable coach cars are an economical way to gather up the family and board an historic train either to attend our concerts at Fir or just to enjoy each others company for a full day excursion. Snacks and beverages are available in coach class.
*On non-concert days the train will visit historic Fort Garland for a guided tour (admission is included with train ticket)
2 of 10 - Alamosa to La Veta - Adult - Open Air Seating
Trip Dates:
Runs Daily | May 24th - September 8th
Runs Weekends | through October 12th
Concert Series Dates:
Weekends June 14th to September 14th
The Concert & Excursion Trains depart from downtown Alamosa (intersection of highways 160 and 285). Passengers have a choice of experiencing the full excursion ride or disembarking at Fir Summit, a gorgeous clearing at the top of La Veta Pass where the railroad hosts a variety of folk and western acts for a concert during the layover. At the concert site, locally-inspired BBQ is served as guests enjoy a festival atmosphere. The excursion train continues on with those choosing to ride, picking concertgoers up on the return trip.
Our comfortable coach cars are an economical way to gather up the family and board an historic train either to attend our concerts at Fir or just to enjoy each others company for a full day excursion. Snacks and beverages are available in coach class.
*On non-concert days the train will visit historic Fort Garland for a guided tour (admission is included with train ticket)
3 of 10 - Alamosa to La Veta - Child - Coach Seating
Trip Dates:
Runs Daily | May 24th - September 8th
Runs Weekends | through October 12th
Concert Series Dates:
Weekends June 14th to September 14th
The Concert & Excursion Trains depart from downtown Alamosa (intersection of highways 160 and 285). Passengers have a choice of experiencing the full excursion ride or disembarking at Fir Summit, a gorgeous clearing at the top of La Veta Pass where the railroad hosts a variety of folk and western acts for a concert during the layover. At the concert site, locally-inspired BBQ is served as guests enjoy a festival atmosphere. The excursion train continues on with those choosing to ride, picking concertgoers up on the return trip.
Our comfortable coach cars are an economical way to gather up the family and board an historic train either to attend our concerts at Fir or just to enjoy each others company for a full day excursion. Snacks and beverages are available in coach class.
*On non-concert days the train will visit historic Fort Garland for a guided tour (admission is included with train ticket)
4 of 10 - Alamosa to La Veta - Child - Open Air Seating
Trip Dates:
Runs Daily | May 24th - September 8th
Runs Weekends | through October 12th
Concert Series Dates:
Weekends June 14th to September 14th
The Concert & Excursion Trains depart from downtown Alamosa (intersection of highways 160 and 285). Passengers have a choice of experiencing the full excursion ride or disembarking at Fir Summit, a gorgeous clearing at the top of La Veta Pass where the railroad hosts a variety of folk and western acts for a concert during the layover. At the concert site, locally-inspired BBQ is served as guests enjoy a festival atmosphere. The excursion train continues on with those choosing to ride, picking concertgoers up on the return trip.
Our comfortable coach cars are an economical way to gather up the family and board an historic train either to attend our concerts at Fir or just to enjoy each others company for a full day excursion. Snacks and beverages are available in coach class.
*On non-concert days the train will visit historic Fort Garland for a guided tour (admission is included with train ticket)
5 of 10 - La Veta to Fir - Adult - Coach Seating
Trip Dates:
Runs Daily | May 24th - September 8th
Runs Weekends | through October 12th
Concert Series Dates:
Weekends June 14th to September 14th
The Concert & Excursion Trains depart from downtown Alamosa (intersection of highways 160 and 285). Passengers have a choice of experiencing the full excursion ride or disembarking at Fir Summit, a gorgeous clearing at the top of La Veta Pass where the railroad hosts a variety of folk and western acts for a concert during the layover. At the concert site, locally-inspired BBQ is served as guests enjoy a festival atmosphere. The excursion train continues on with those choosing to ride, picking concertgoers up on the return trip.
Our comfortable coach cars are an economical way to gather up the family and board an historic train either to attend our concerts at Fir or just to enjoy each others company for a full day excursion. Snacks and beverages are available in coach class.
*On non-concert days the train will visit historic Fort Garland for a guided tour (admission is included with train ticket)
6 of 10 - La Veta to Fir - Adult - Diamond Car Seating
Trip Dates:
Runs Daily | May 24th - September 8th
Runs Weekends | through October 12th
Concert Series Dates:
Weekends June 14th to September 14th
The Concert & Excursion Trains depart from downtown Alamosa (intersection of highways 160 and 285). Passengers have a choice of experiencing the full excursion ride or disembarking at Fir Summit, a gorgeous clearing at the top of La Veta Pass where the railroad hosts a variety of folk and western acts for a concert during the layover. At the concert site, locally-inspired BBQ is served as guests enjoy a festival atmosphere. The excursion train continues on with those choosing to ride, picking concertgoers up on the return trip.
Our comfortable coach cars are an economical way to gather up the family and board an historic train either to attend our concerts at Fir or just to enjoy each others company for a full day excursion. Snacks and beverages are available in coach class.
*On non-concert days the train will visit historic Fort Garland for a guided tour (admission is included with train ticket)
7 of 10 - La Veta to Fir - Adult - First Class Car Seating
Trip Dates:
Runs Daily | May 24th - September 8th
Runs Weekends | through October 12th
Concert Series Dates:
Weekends June 14th to September 14th
The Concert & Excursion Trains depart from downtown Alamosa (intersection of highways 160 and 285). Passengers have a choice of experiencing the full excursion ride or disembarking at Fir Summit, a gorgeous clearing at the top of La Veta Pass where the railroad hosts a variety of folk and western acts for a concert during the layover. At the concert site, locally-inspired BBQ is served as guests enjoy a festival atmosphere. The excursion train continues on with those choosing to ride, picking concertgoers up on the return trip.
Our comfortable coach cars are an economical way to gather up the family and board an historic train either to attend our concerts at Fir or just to enjoy each others company for a full day excursion. Snacks and beverages are available in coach class.
*On non-concert days the train will visit historic Fort Garland for a guided tour (admission is included with train ticket)
8 of 10 - La Veta to Fir - Child - Coach Seating
Trip Dates:
Runs Daily | May 24th - September 8th
Runs Weekends | through October 12th
Concert Series Dates:
Weekends June 14th to September 14th
The Concert & Excursion Trains depart from downtown Alamosa (intersection of highways 160 and 285). Passengers have a choice of experiencing the full excursion ride or disembarking at Fir Summit, a gorgeous clearing at the top of La Veta Pass where the railroad hosts a variety of folk and western acts for a concert during the layover. At the concert site, locally-inspired BBQ is served as guests enjoy a festival atmosphere. The excursion train continues on with those choosing to ride, picking concertgoers up on the return trip.
Our comfortable coach cars are an economical way to gather up the family and board an historic train either to attend our concerts at Fir or just to enjoy each others company for a full day excursion. Snacks and beverages are available in coach class.
*On non-concert days the train will visit historic Fort Garland for a guided tour (admission is included with train ticket)
9 of 10 - La Veta to Fir - Child - Diamond Car Seating
Trip Dates:
Runs Daily | May 24th - September 8th
Runs Weekends | through October 12th
Concert Series Dates:
Weekends June 14th to September 14th
The Concert & Excursion Trains depart from downtown Alamosa (intersection of highways 160 and 285). Passengers have a choice of experiencing the full excursion ride or disembarking at Fir Summit, a gorgeous clearing at the top of La Veta Pass where the railroad hosts a variety of folk and western acts for a concert during the layover. At the concert site, locally-inspired BBQ is served as guests enjoy a festival atmosphere. The excursion train continues on with those choosing to ride, picking concertgoers up on the return trip.
Our comfortable coach cars are an economical way to gather up the family and board an historic train either to attend our concerts at Fir or just to enjoy each others company for a full day excursion. Snacks and beverages are available in coach class.
*On non-concert days the train will visit historic Fort Garland for a guided tour (admission is included with train ticket)
10 of 10 - La Veta to Fir - Child - First Class Car Seating
Trip Dates:
Runs Daily | May 24th - September 8th
Runs Weekends | through October 12th
Concert Series Dates:
Weekends June 14th to September 14th
The Concert & Excursion Trains depart from downtown Alamosa (intersection of highways 160 and 285). Passengers have a choice of experiencing the full excursion ride or disembarking at Fir Summit, a gorgeous clearing at the top of La Veta Pass where the railroad hosts a variety of folk and western acts for a concert during the layover. At the concert site, locally-inspired BBQ is served as guests enjoy a festival atmosphere. The excursion train continues on with those choosing to ride, picking concertgoers up on the return trip.
Our comfortable coach cars are an economical way to gather up the family and board an historic train either to attend our concerts at Fir or just to enjoy each others company for a full day excursion. Snacks and beverages are available in coach class.
*On non-concert days the train will visit historic Fort Garland for a guided tour (admission is included with train ticket)
The Cumbres Connection 1 of 4 - Alamosa to Antonito - Adult - Club Car
June 12 - August 21 | Diesel Powered
Runs most Wednesdays
Located at one of the rare places where standard gauge meets narrow gauge track, lies the town of Antonito - home to the Cumbres & Toltec Railroad. Pair convenient Alamosa lodging with our vintage diesel-powered connection service. Sleep in and enjoy hot breakfast options on board and let us restore you on the return trip with complimentary refreshments and hot towel service chair side.
Our premier seating option, the Mardi Gras and the Calumet Club were brought into our fleet after being restored by hand to their original beauty when they ran on the Illinois Central line from Chicago to New Orleans. Steve Goodman wrote his famous song "The City of New Orleans" on this train and you will instantly be transported back in time imagining yourself playing cards for pennies while porters attend to your needs. It's a truly unique experience.
*Hot breakfast and towel service available
*Complimentary beverages on return trip**
*Convenient lodging in Alamosa
**non-alcoholic beverages only
2 of 4 - Alamosa to Antonito - Adult - Coach Car
June 12 - August 21 | Diesel Powered
Runs most Wednesdays
Located at one of the rare places where standard gauge meets narrow gauge track, lies the town of Antonito - home to the Cumbres & Toltec Railroad. Pair convenient Alamosa lodging with our vintage diesel-powered connection service. Sleep in and enjoy hot breakfast options on board and let us restore you on the return trip with complimentary refreshments and hot towel service chair side.
*Hot breakfast and towel service available
*Complimentary beverages on return trip**
*Convenient lodging in Alamosa
**non-alcoholic beverages only
3 of 4 - Alamosa to Antonito - Child - Club Car
June 12 - August 21 | Diesel Powered
Runs most Wednesdays
Located at one of the rare places where standard gauge meets narrow gauge track, lies the town of Antonito - home to the Cumbres & Toltec Railroad. Pair convenient Alamosa lodging with our vintage diesel-powered connection service. Sleep in and enjoy hot breakfast options on board and let us restore you on the return trip with complimentary refreshments and hot towel service chair side.
Our premier seating option, the Mardi Gras and the Calumet Club were brought into our fleet after being restored by hand to their original beauty when they ran on the Illinois Central line from Chicago to New Orleans. Steve Goodman wrote his famous song "The City of New Orleans" on this train and you will instantly be transported back in time imagining yourself playing cards for pennies while porters attend to your needs. It's a truly unique experience.
*Hot breakfast and towel service available
*Complimentary beverages on return trip**
*Convenient lodging in Alamosa
**non-alcoholic beverages only
4 of 4 - Alamosa to Antonito - Child - Coach Car
June 12 - August 21 | Diesel Powered
Runs most Wednesdays
Located at one of the rare places where standard gauge meets narrow gauge track, lies the town of Antonito - home to the Cumbres & Toltec Railroad. Pair convenient Alamosa lodging with our vintage diesel-powered connection service. Sleep in and enjoy hot breakfast options on board and let us restore you on the return trip with complimentary refreshments and hot towel service chair side.
*Hot breakfast and towel service available
*Complimentary beverages on return trip**
*Convenient lodging in Alamosa
**non-alcoholic beverages only
The Valley Steam Flyer 1 of 6 - Alamosa to Monte Vista - Adult - Club Car
June 14 - August 23 | Steam Powered
Runs most Fridays
Offering an affordable summer weekday solution for "What should we do?", the Valley Steam Flyer is a short steam trip to the mountain town of Monte Vista where passengers can take advantage of a layover to explore the charming main street and sunny park. This ride is the perfect way to introduce train travel to a younger generation by showing them how people traveled from town to town up until the last half of the 20th century. Be sure to grab an ice cream cone before you hop back on board!
-Great family travel option
-Music in the park
-Snacks and beverages on board
Our premier seating option, the Mardi Gras and the Calumet Club were brought into our fleet after being restored by hand to their original beauty when they ran on the Illinois Central line from Chicago to New Orleans. Steve Goodman wrote his famous song "The City of New Orleans" on this train and you will instantly be transported back in time imagining yourself playing cards for pennies while porters attend to your needs. It's a truly unique experience.
2 of 6 - Alamosa to Monte Vista - Adult - Coach Car
June 14 - August 23 | Steam Powered
Runs most Fridays
Offering an affordable summer weekday solution for "What should we do?", the Valley Steam Flyer is a short steam trip to the mountain town of Monte Vista where passengers can take advantage of a layover to explore the charming main street and sunny park. This ride is the perfect way to introduce train travel to a younger generation by showing them how people traveled from town to town up until the last half of the 20th century. Be sure to grab an ice cream cone before you hop back on board!
-Great family travel option
-Music in the park
-Snacks and beverages on board
Our comfortable coach cars are an economical way to gather up the family and board an historic train either to attend our concerts at Fir or just to enjoy each other's' company for a full day excursion. Snacks and beverages are available in coach class.
3 of 6 - Alamosa to Monte Vista - Adult - Open Air Car
June 14 - August 23 | Steam Powered
Runs most Fridays
Offering an affordable summer weekday solution for "What should we do?", the Valley Steam Flyer is a short steam trip to the mountain town of Monte Vista where passengers can take advantage of a layover to explore the charming main street and sunny park. This ride is the perfect way to introduce train travel to a younger generation by showing them how people traveled from town to town up until the last half of the 20th century. Be sure to grab an ice cream cone before you hop back on board!
-Great family travel option
-Music in the park
-Snacks and beverages on board
Internally referred to as "Lookout Mountain", the open air car offers just that! Take in the fresh mountain air, stick your camera out the window (but be careful, not TOO far) and get a nice, clear angle you won't get from behind a window and listen to the perfect pitch of the train whistle, totally unobstructed.
4 of 6 - Alamosa to Monte Vista - Child - Club Car
June 14 - August 23 | Steam Powered
Runs most Fridays
Offering an affordable summer weekday solution for "What should we do?", the Valley Steam Flyer is a short steam trip to the mountain town of Monte Vista where passengers can take advantage of a layover to explore the charming main street and sunny park. This ride is the perfect way to introduce train travel to a younger generation by showing them how people traveled from town to town up until the last half of the 20th century. Be sure to grab an ice cream cone before you hop back on board!
-Great family travel option
-Music in the park
-Snacks and beverages on board
Our premier seating option, the Mardi Gras and the Calumet Club were brought into our fleet after being restored by hand to their original beauty when they ran on the Illinois Central line from Chicago to New Orleans. Steve Goodman wrote his famous song "The City of New Orleans" on this train and you will instantly be transported back in time imagining yourself playing cards for pennies while porters attend to your needs. It's a truly unique experience.
5 of 6 - Alamosa to Monte Vista - Child - Coach Car
June 14 - August 23 | Steam Powered
Runs most Fridays
Offering an affordable summer weekday solution for "What should we do?", the Valley Steam Flyer is a short steam trip to the mountain town of Monte Vista where passengers can take advantage of a layover to explore the charming main street and sunny park. This ride is the perfect way to introduce train travel to a younger generation by showing them how people traveled from town to town up until the last half of the 20th century. Be sure to grab an ice cream cone before you hop back on board!
-Great family travel option
-Music in the park
-Snacks and beverages on board
6 of 6 - Alamosa to Monte Vista - Child - Open Air Car
June 14 - August 23 | Steam Powered
Runs most Fridays
Offering an affordable summer weekday solution for "What should we do?", the Valley Steam Flyer is a short steam trip to the mountain town of Monte Vista where passengers can take advantage of a layover to explore the charming main street and sunny park. This ride is the perfect way to introduce train travel to a younger generation by showing them how people traveled from town to town up until the last half of the 20th century. Be sure to grab an ice cream cone before you hop back on board!
-Great family travel option
-Music in the park
-Snacks and beverages on board
Internally referred to as "Lookout Mountain", the open air car offers just that! Take in the fresh mountain air, stick your camera out the window (but be careful, not TOO far) and get a nice, clear angle you won't get from behind a window and listen to the perfect pitch of the train whistle, totally unobstructed.
- Address
610 State Ave
Alamosa, CO
81101
*Map location is approximate and should not be
trusted for navigation. Please contact us for detailed directions.
- Cancellation
- If a cancellation is made more than 48 hours prior to departure a full refund will be given. There are no refunds given if a cancellation is made after the 48-hour deadline, however your trip may be rescheduled for a later date. There are no refunds issued for Special Event Trains. The conditions do not apply to groups, charters, or non-scheduled trains.
- Deposit
- Payment is taken in full at the time of booking.
- Other
- Payment is taken in full at the time of booking. If a cancellation is made more than 48 hours prior to departure a full refund will be given. There are no refunds given if a cancellation is made after the 48-hour deadline, however your trip may be rescheduled for a later date. There are no refunds issued for Special Event Trains. The conditions do not apply to groups, charters, or non-scheduled trains.
The Rio Grande's Mountain Rails Live Concert Series Schedule
The Rio Grande Scenic Railroad has served the Southwest for over 130 years and now provides visitors to Southern Colorado with one of the most fun and exciting train rides in the U.S. In 2012, the RGSRR welcomes back the popular Mountain Rails Live summer concert series at the beautiful Fir Station stage. Located on the summit at Fir Station, the Rio Grande's outdoor concert site is run on
clean wind and solar energy. The Rio Grande Scenic Railroad is proud to offer this green site to help preserve the natural wonder of the Colorado Rockies. Reserve your concert train ride today to visit the first all green high mountain concert series for an afternoon of great entertainment, scenic beauty and fun for the whole family.
The 2013 Concert Schedule is still undergoing changes so please check back soon for more info on the line up or visit the Rio Grande Railroad's Concert page by clicking here.
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