Ride the Rails this Holiday Season

Colorado’s rich mining and pioneering past have left several historic railroad routes—from Durango-Silverton to Cripple Creek-Victor Narrow Gauge—to experience the state from a "days past" perspective. This winter, hop on Colorado Springs’ favorite route, the Royal Gorge Railroad. Feel the crisp air and watch the snow falling as you enjoy the scenic route through the Royal Gorge Canyon of the Arkansas River. With steep cliffs, a roaring river, and winter all around you, you’ll feel like you’ve entered a different world. But the train isn’t just about the history, views, and terrain. Each holiday season the train at Royal Gorge Railroad transforms into the Santa Express. Bring the whole family or channel your inner child with sing-a-longs to your favorite Christmas songs, a special holiday menu with locally sourced options, cookies and hot cocoa, and a special gift from Santa and his elves upon arrival at the North Pole. Dress code: pajamas encouraged!