Today’s Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad has the Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad to thank for its 45 mile branch of track through some of the most remote and beautiful mountain country in the United States. Replacing a bridge such as 495A built by the Rio Grande is not taken lightly as it […] The post Conserving a National Treasure – Animas River Bridge 495A Replacement Part 2: Planning and Design appeared first on Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train.| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
In 1860 Charles Baker led a prospecting party into the caldera which eventually became known as Baker’s Park. In 1874 the township of Silverton was laid out on the valley floor of the caldera, the town receiving its name for the mineral deposits which had since been discovered in 1869 by Baker’s party among others. […] The post Conserving a National Treasure – Animas River Bridge 495A Replacement, Part 1: History appeared first on Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train.| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
Exciting news out of the D&SNG roundhouse this week: K-28 number 478, which first entered service in October 1923 for the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad, will 100 years later be returned to service. “Over the past few years the D&SNG has continued to see record ridership, which has resulted in daily scheduled doubleheader trains. […] The post Converting Our 7th Locomotive to Oil-Burning appeared first on Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train.| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
Through an ongoing partnership with Hinsdale County Historical Society and the people of Lake City, CO the Durango and Silverton Railroad is proud to be able to provide periodic updates on the restoration of former Denver and Rio Grande combine 211. Car 211 was originally constructed by Jackson and Sharp in 1881 for the D&RG […] The post The Restoration of Former Denver and Rio Grande Combine 211. appeared first on Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train.| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
View a series of photos showcasing the restoration and conversion of Locomotive 493. January 2019 Locomotive #493 outside the Durango & Silverton Roundhouse. January 2019 – Roundhouse crew member Andy Begay, adding flexible sleeves on the backhead in the location of the former arch tubes. The 493 cab received all-new side and front panels, framing, […] The post A Look Back at the Restoration and Conversion of Locomotive 493 from Coal to Oil Burning appeared first on Official Durango & Sil...| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad touches the senses in different ways. Some ride because of the spectacular scenery deep within the rugged San Juan Mountains, and for the breathtaking views along the Animas River. Others ride because of the steam locomotives that lead passengers on their journey through time, bringing with it its […] The post Maintaining 19th Century Technology, Today appeared first on Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train.| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
The process of converting Locomotive 493 from coal-fired to oil-burning continues. Excellent progress is being made with a great deal of work beginning to come together. Highlights include finishing up portions of the valve motion, rebuilding the rear tender end beam, laying out of the shoe and wedge, finishing UT numbers on the boiler, doing […] The post Locomotive 493: Conversion from Coal-Fired to Oil-Burning Update appeared first on Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train.| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
Here is the rundown of recent work: Approximately 175 flexible staybolts have been added so far. We’re a little over 1/3 done with the flexible staybolt conversion part of the project. Anthony Maze welding in sleeves for the flexible staybolts on one side of Locomotive 493. Spring rigging is almost done and ready for reassembly. […] The post Locomotive 493: Work continues on its conversion from coal-fired to oil-fired appeared first on Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Tr...| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
As discussed in previous posts, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad‚ Locomotive #493 is in the process of being converted from coal-fired to oil-burning at the Durango depot in Durango, Colorado. But the actual mechanical work to restore and convert this locomotive to oil fire is only one aspect of being able to successfully […] The post Locomotive 493: Conversion from Coal-Fired to Oil-Burning Arrival of Locomotive SP-18 appeared first on Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gau...| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
Conversion of Locomotive 493 from Coal-Fired to Oil-Burning Here is the tender tank for locomotive 493 under construction in Durango. The tender tank is nearing completion off site with construction of the drop-in 2485 gallon oil tank beginning soon thereafter. Roundhouse foreman Randy Babcock, looking inside the firebox.¬† The last remnants of the coal-fired 493 […]| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
Dates: May 3 – Oct 31, 2025 Blackout dates: July 2-6, Oct 3-4 Sit back and relax as we create your personalized 1880s “Step Back in Time” experience with the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and the Grand Imperial Hotel! Your trip begins with a departure from the 1881 Durango Depot to travel the […]| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
Book your Silverton Train ticket and embark on an unforgettable journey back in time through the San Juan Mountains.| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
This unforgettable excursion transports passengers to and from Cascade Canyon, offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the surrounding peaks.| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
Experience the world famous Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad’s iconic canyon views along the highline on our shortest excursion offered.| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
Experience the fascinating history of railroading, transportation, and mining at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum.| Official Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train
