Cumbres & Toltec Narrow Gauge Train - In the Four Corners area there are two narrow gauge railroads which offer scenic tours: Durango/Silverton and Cumbres & Toltec. Although more well known, the Durango/Silverton in my opinion is best enjoyed during July when Colorado wildflowers are at their best. Rather, the Cumbres & Toltec train travels through a variety of terrain suitable for other times of the year. In the photo you can see the steam whistle, can you hear its shrill? All aboard yells the conductor.

Our trip was a one-way, 64 mile, train ride with a bus shuttle to complete the loop. We began the day at the Chama (NM) station with a morning bus ride to Antonio (CO). Along the way one of the tourists burst out "Look, a family of black bear in the valley below" - however our docent observed these were in fact just grazing cows!