CHAMA, NM and ANTONITO, CO — The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad (C&TSRR) will begin its 51st season on June 5, 2021, running coal-fired steam locomotives from Antonito, Colorado and Chama, New Mexico through October 24, 2021.

The historic steam railroad, owned by the states of Colorado and New Mexico, will offer all new route schedules. New this year are simplified all-day trips, shorter options and a thrilling, new, once a month special historic consist, the San Juan & New Mexico Express, pulled by the newly refurbished 1883 engine No. 168.

“Because of the pandemic, we simplified our offerings so riders will return to the same station they originated from,” said Eric Mason, Interim CEO of the C&TSRR. “The new schedule makes it easier for passengers on our full-day trains who will now park at either Antonito or Chama, ride the train to Osier, have a delicious lunch stop with panoramic views, and return back to the station where their car is parked. We’re also adding shorter rides, special Friday noon trains and the highly anticipated San Juan & New Mexico Express pulled by historic engine No. 168 and sure to thrill railfans and history buffs.”