Riding the Most Scenic Train in America // RVing Colorado with Kids

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Is the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad actually the most scenic train ride in America? We think it might be! What are your favorite train rides?
We get spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains, the San Juan National Forest, the Animas River, and the historic mining town of Silverton, CO on the Durango Train:
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@kareniceland 2 жыл бұрын

I loved Marissa"s face, when you said. " We did bring lunch ?' That was priceless.

@LessJunkMoreJourney 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂, we love our food!

@DanS-kh4tc 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been on the Durango-Silverton rail ride twice in my life. As a child and as an adult. It never gets old.

@edwardmiller9038 2 жыл бұрын

WITHOUT A DOUBT, IT'S WORTH IT!!!!! My dad was born in Durango, and I've been on the train many times over the decades. Summer trips, winter trips, you name it. I have a lot of family all over the SW Colorado, and NM area. My Great grandfather and great-great grandparents rode that train in the late 1800's I did the cascade winter train with the actual owner of the train, who happened to be taking the ride, hell of a nice guy, like a kid playing with his trains.

@misspersnickety3674 2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow! That is such a neat story!

@SheriLatulip 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that history.

@wandahughes 2 жыл бұрын

Is the train enclosed and heated for the winter train ride?

@kimwilkins1500 2 жыл бұрын

We have loved Cass Scenic Railroad in Cass WV for many years. We went with our parents as kids then we took our kids. They still sell a postcard at their store of a stagecoach they used years ago as an attraction and my husband, at the age of 13, is riding beside the driver! Now he is 63! Thanks for your train video!

@tikkin11 2 жыл бұрын

Not to be missed along with this train ride is their amazing (and included free) museum. It is just down the path from the depot. It is collection of actual planes, trains, & automobiles. It is owned by the family that owns the train and is one of the most interesting museums I have ever been in.

@carenburmeister5002 2 жыл бұрын

The views from that train are absolutely breathtaking! The whole route we kept saying ooooooh ahhhhh. Ooooooo. Ahhhhhh. Ooooooo ahhhh!

@robertstambaugh3495 2 жыл бұрын

Ride the Cumbres and Toltec from Chama New Mexico to Antinito Colorado. It is an all day thing, you might want to let Jay Jay get a little older. But if you like scenery and trains it is a must.

@julieh3327 2 жыл бұрын

There is a train in Central CA that goes from Felton to Santa Cruz. (3 hour tour) It is an awesome train ride through the redwoods and fern groves and drops you right off at the Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk!! It was really fun. There is also another one that is called Redwood Forest Steam Train that takes you up on the top of a nearby mountain. It is a 75 minute ride. Both of these are out of Roaring Camp in Felton, CA. We enjoyed them both!!

@jeeptj5583 2 жыл бұрын

Check out the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railway in Chama, NM. Not too far from Durango. It is really scenic, too. (Hint: take the run that goes half way and stops for lunch at the Osier station, and comes back to Chama - Best run, especially with kids!!) Lots of beautiful camping in or near Chama.

@rayworx 2 жыл бұрын

If your in the neighborhood of Skagway, AK.... ride the railroad going to the Canada boarder. It follows the route that the 1898 gold miners took to get the Klondike. Each person had to carry food and supplies to last the entire trail plus mining supplies. Most miners had to traverse the 'stairway' 2 or more times.

@LessJunkMoreJourney 2 жыл бұрын

Fun!

@dianestevenson2630 2 жыл бұрын

There is a Texas State Railroad in Palestine, TX. It is an old train they used to have a train robbery re-enactment. We did it years ago when our kids were small. They enjoyed it, my husbands back did not enjoy it.

@riwoof 2 жыл бұрын

I am absolutely stunned how conversational JJ is already. I think I felt the same way when Hensley was that age. Time truly has wings. 🦄 Or was that Hensley's unicorn?

@joeyoung3390 2 жыл бұрын

In 1969 we drove up Mt Washington on our honeymoon, 50 years later we camped at the bottom in the parking lot for the cog railway and took it to the top through the clouds. It was fantastic both times. Stay safe from Nova Scotia.

@squirlmy 2 жыл бұрын

Weather is much better in Colorado! I lived in New England many years, and weather for Mt Washington was always iffy. The summit for many years held the world record for wind speeds at 372 km/h. Durango/Silverton can get extreme weather, but its much more predictable!

@joanhall3718 2 жыл бұрын

My favorite train ride so far is Anchorage to Denali National Park, (it goes to Fairbanks but we didn’t take it that far), Absolutely beautiful.

@stygertravel 2 жыл бұрын

Last time I was on this train I was probably close to Hensley's age. What a fun train ride!! I can't wait to take my wife on it. Train whistles... 2 forward 3 reverse 2 long, 1 short.. crossing The headlight is an Federal Railway Admin. (FRA) requirement

@heatherjolly8389 2 жыл бұрын

Your B roll/montage and slow mo's are always such a great addition to your videos!

@larryclark5355 2 жыл бұрын

I was an electrician on NJ Transit, the headlight is a federal requirement for safety. Most people ignore the multi-ton engine coming at them but notice the headlight when they hear the horn. I went to many a collision where people did not see the train! HUH!!

@lefturn99 2 жыл бұрын

Durango / Silverton #1 of course but the Cumbres and Toltec from Chama NM to Antonito Colorado (Do it that way) not far behind.

@codeman99-dev 2 жыл бұрын

Sleepy / Cuddly theory: the rhythm of the steam pistons is a nice multiple (or harmonic) of the kiddo's heart beat. 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️ I like trains! 🚂🚂🚂

@jadefritz3035 2 жыл бұрын

Hensley's face at 4:23 mins. She has lost the little girl child face. You can see the beauty she will have as an adult. I laugh every time JJ talks.."I'm so tired" 🤣

@IntentionalAdventure 2 жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful ride! So glad we could enjoy it with you!!

@douglastoney2843 2 жыл бұрын

The Durango Silverton is the best by far. The California Zephr on AMTRAK runs from Chicago to San Francisco. It is fabulous. Sunsets over the amber waves of grain in the plains Southwest from Chicago. Then, traverse the Rocky Mountains between Denver and Grand Junction through Glenwood Canyon beside a roaring river.

@cathybeall986 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful family, beautiful kiddos and a beautiful train ride. Thank you!

@donnaharris4459 2 жыл бұрын

What a cool train ride it looked amazing, and the drone shots were awesome. Cup refills love that 😍. Thank you for sharing your journey and taking the time to put these vlogs together. Have a great week take care. ❤❤🇬🇧

@mullins_zone 2 жыл бұрын

The train between Georgetown and Silver Plume was a good one. It’s a nice short one for people worried about their kids.

@joansommerfield8419 2 жыл бұрын

Always wanted to ride those trains. Thanks for taking me along! Loved the million dollar highway. When I drove through it was early morning and in places we were above the clouds. Unforgettable.

@odeannehartnett2538 2 жыл бұрын

A very short ride is from Utica, NY to Thendara, NY on the Adirondack Railroad. Some excursions are complete with “train robbers” on horses! Our adult children still talk about it from when they were little.

@ChristCenteredKeto-JulieLenart 2 жыл бұрын

Just loved this video! We have never done this train ride so gives us a reason to go back to Colorado! This video was so visually appealing including the shots inside the train of the kids. Great job! You two make me smile tonight.

@LivingLightRV 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, what a super fun experience for your family and I just love how your zest for life comes through and brings joy and inspiration to others.

@penelopebartell840 2 жыл бұрын

There are so many amazing train rides in Colorado alone! The Georgetown train is really cool because it has unique bridges that loop to go up the steep grade to Silver Plume through the narrow canyon. Right off I 70 in Georgetown. There is a related mine tour, separately, and they have a Santa train in the winter. We haven’t yet done the La Veta train or the one in Leadville. But both of those areas are gorgeous. The train out of Chama New Mexico is also stunning. Pagosa Springs CO is worth a visit down in that area and the road to Chama is gorgeous. So many options! Trains are neat. Rail trails are neat too! The outdoor museum loop around Leadville is worth it! Clockwise! Enjoy your travels and experiences!

@roydavis2242 2 жыл бұрын

The headlights are a requirement by law. Friend and neighbor is a railroad conductor. Our 4 year old grandson would love this. (Also Grandpa) 3 blast means backing up. Learned that from truck drivers backing into the docks at a warehouse I once worked at. I do it backing our Diesel Pusher up even though it has a beeper.

@ishmom1 2 жыл бұрын

That was so cool. I am adding that to our list of things to do. Thank you guys!!!

@sallylove3563 2 жыл бұрын

oh my heavens I ride amtrak and thru colorado is my favorite part I leave from maryland and have gone all the way to California ... I am in tears watching this ... This has been one of the things I wish that amtrak had open windows as we ride thru oh heavens this is stunning ... Thank you !!!!!!!!!!

@LessJunkMoreJourney 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much.

@rebekahwells3737 2 жыл бұрын

We went on the Durango “long trip” years ago. It was amazing but we were tired when we returned. We also had boarded our pup and was late getting back. JJ looks just like Hensley when she was little. Love watching you guys.

@1134EMP 2 жыл бұрын

Cumbres and Toltec from Chama, NM to Antonito,CO is definitely worth riding. Let us know which one was better.

@rishabhkumar201100 2 жыл бұрын

U guys can travel to Canada too, borders are open and Banff is a good place to be.

@laurapongratz681 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video! Scenery was breathtaking! Thanks again!

@mikenowak2360 2 жыл бұрын

Another great adventure....thank you for taking us along

@justamom863 2 жыл бұрын

The Sugar Pine train south of Yosemite National Park is beautiful. It's a shorter train ride but does include a meal during the summer months. They allow well behaved dogs to ride the train as well. My kids got to panned for real gold too.

@racheldechene6069 2 жыл бұрын

Hensley and JJ are adorable! I have watched every video you have posted almost since the start of your channel, imagine my surprise when I saw you came through my home town and visited The Wild Center!

@troyoneill2679 2 жыл бұрын

Love Durango, Silverton and “The Train”😎

@pattyolsson 2 жыл бұрын

That looks like so much fun!! Thanks for taking us all along on the ride!! I miss my kids being young & cuddling- so adorable. Get as much of it as you can 💓

@LessJunkMoreJourney 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@kathrynyoung2233 2 жыл бұрын

You need to try out the Heber Creeper in Heber, UT

@jimandellenmeadows6244 2 жыл бұрын

That was a fun video. Marissa has the "The Far Country" vibe going.

@toddjones1403 2 жыл бұрын

During summer, the local tubers and floaters going down the river will “bare all” making for quite a show!

@LessJunkMoreJourney 2 жыл бұрын

😂

@jimmyrants4342 2 жыл бұрын

My favorite train ride is the "Polar Express". WOOOOOOOOOOO. Great video y'all.

@gthornton3 2 жыл бұрын

Y’all need to do the cog railway in Colorado Springs We have done it 2 times. They just reopened.

@marissamoss9833 2 жыл бұрын

I would love to do that one! Glad to hear it is reopened!

@UH60crew1 2 жыл бұрын

My wife an I went on the Durango to Silverton Ride. What a Beautiful trip would love to do it again.

@allens7476 2 жыл бұрын

It's expensive, you get cinders in your eyes, and in general It's AWESOME! I took the one that stops for two hours in Silverton. People come to meet the train, One kid dressed as a gunslinger and he did the whole spinning revolvers thing. In the Saloon where I met lacy Black playing piano, also had bus boys/girls that looked to be 12. I asked about children working and was told, "It's different here." BTW, they all seemed happy and well adjusted.

@gregormiller4037 2 жыл бұрын

The Skunk Train....one of my favorites as a kid!

@lethamurray3536 2 жыл бұрын

If you go back to Alaska, you have to go on the The White Pass and Yukon Route train! It's a Canadian and U.S. Class III 3 ft (914 mm) narrow-gauge railroad linking the port of Skagway, Alaska, with Whitehorse, the capital of Yukon. Fantastic train trip and very educational.

@toddjones1403 2 жыл бұрын

As a Coloradan, I’m now officially mad and jealous. We take it for granted. Great stuff you jealous Volunteers!

@SFDearing1 2 жыл бұрын

We have ridden the D&RGW RR four times the full round trip Durango to Silverton and never have tired of it. Made a trip when our two sons were young and again in their teens....always beautiful and different as the seasons change. It has become pricey no doubt but worth it!

@livingworkingoutsidebox 2 жыл бұрын

What a cool set of memories and wonderful train ride. We have one here in central Florida and we can't wait to get it on our filming schedule.

@wendysspace 2 жыл бұрын

We went on the Georgetown loop over the royal gorge in Colorado a couple years ago we loved it

@andysukosd8177 2 жыл бұрын

Everybody love’s trains, great video guy’s. Love watching.

@georgecrosby113 2 жыл бұрын

Strasburg Scenic Railroad in Strasburg, PA and the Great Smokey Mountain Railroad in Bryson City, NC are two of my favorites.

@trainadventure7170 2 жыл бұрын

Its beautiful. Definitely on our list for future train rides.

@sarafisher7531 2 жыл бұрын

You should take the kiddos on the Polar Express through Williams, AZ on the Grand Canyon Railway. I also recommend adding in Bearizona and the Grand Canyon deer farm if you do the trip.

@majoroldladyakamom6948 2 жыл бұрын

At 12:27, that's a Ponderosa Pine. They smell amazing.

@scotttunstall9513 2 жыл бұрын

Such beautiful scenery! Thank you for sharing this!

@LessJunkMoreJourney 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@christineboes5824 Жыл бұрын

took steam train rides with dad. best memories. god bless you guys

@sheilacaine3962 2 жыл бұрын

That was wonderful. Thanks for sharing.

@MrKnightoflight 2 жыл бұрын

Favorite Train Rides Kuranda Scenic Railway - Queensland, Australia Alaska Railroad - Talkeetna, Alaska Agawa Canyon - Saulte St Marie, Ontario

@LessJunkMoreJourney 2 жыл бұрын

These sound amazing!

@hornshowrailfan2554 2 жыл бұрын

Love that steam whistle sounds amazing. They have to blow at railroad crossings.

@susanbrandon4103 2 жыл бұрын

When I was young....a VERY long time ago...we took the train from Denver to Glenwood Springs in Colorado. EPIC!!! Not sure it's still like that but I have such wonderful memories of the trip.

@SamDenBleyker 2 жыл бұрын

Looks amazing! The ride from Anchorage to Seward is gorgeous! And the ride over Hurricane Gulch in the winter (also Alaska) is incredible too.

@waynevaughan5263 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool adventure. Love the drone footage. You can't beat a ride on a steam train.

@bethjablonski2877 2 жыл бұрын

I can’t believe you can capture drone footage … more specifically, you get a drone to return to you in a moving train. Beautiful artistry

@RedheadedWritinghood 2 жыл бұрын

I want to do this train! Or the long one. My younger son moved to Denver CO after finishing college in Georgia. I sold my house in Georgia in August 2020 and went to Illinois to live with a friend and I bought my RV there in October 2020 The first place I went in it was Denver CO to see my son for Thanksgiving 2020. I was out west in the winter and went up the coast in the Spring. I loved Oregon. I went back to Denver in June and I was here on the east coast for Fall. I've enjoyed my first year on the road! I can't believe you mentioned Dollywood! I was just there but didn't ride the train that time. 💖 Red

@LiveFree123 2 жыл бұрын

This was so much fun to watch! I road the train in Europe from Bonn, Germany to Milan, Italy and the scenery was breathtaking though the countryside and alps. Highly recommend it if you ever find yourself in Europe. ☺️

@mustangman4291980 2 жыл бұрын

You need to do the Pikes Peak Cog rail. Starts in Manitou Spring and goes to the top of Pikes Peak. You can see 4-5 states from the summit. Just remember to drink LOTS!!! of water. You don't want to get altitude sickness.

@horsefly5728 2 жыл бұрын

We enjoyed the Chama, New Mexico - Antonito, Colorado train also.

@garretlewis4103 2 жыл бұрын

The train ride looked epic.

@bettyjorodgers8552 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the video. Fun ride. Blessings

@christinapittsley786 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely on our to do list now thanks for sharing! So glad your comments are back!

@LessJunkMoreJourney 2 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

@tressessalon 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like lots of fun!😀

@michaelmorrisey9760 2 жыл бұрын

To be able to ride a train with such history and nostalgia is well worth the money. Our family rode it way back in 1960 when the Denver Rio Grand Western RR was contemplating shutting it down due to operation costs vs revenue. Back then it was still operating as a freight line year round, with special summer passenger excursions.

@itsabouttimenowdiana680 2 жыл бұрын

We loved the Durango Silverton we did the Cascade Canyon … yes most scenic!

@michaelz2270 2 жыл бұрын

I love trains, that was awesome.

@DavidHBurkart 2 жыл бұрын

So far, the Grand Canyon Train Ride was a lot of fun, along with the train robbers! Would love to do Colorado's, it looks like it is spectacular!

@elisamuelcuadrado2144 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely worth it. I had forgotten little Hensley 😍 I love how she dresses 😂 I definitely need to plan a trip to go do this.

@SaltyVetAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video! The drone footage was amazingl You need to take the Alaska Railroad from Anchorage to Seweard, AK. It's an amazing trip and the scenery can't be beat. We've done it 4 times!!!

@heyomayo46 2 жыл бұрын

I love your guys' videos!

@ashleymarks6144 2 жыл бұрын

The transition from the turning train car to Marissas face was really good. Well done. 6:44

@LessJunkMoreJourney 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@julielatwinas7500 2 жыл бұрын

You guys are great to watch and your children are beautiful. That train ride looks like a blast. We hear so much on youtube go here go there it's hard to even remember the states it's in. Love your videos. Be safe.

@LessJunkMoreJourney 2 жыл бұрын

It helps to take notes when you hear of a cool place you want to revisit. 😀

@MrKnightoflight 2 жыл бұрын

We just road the COG in New Hampshire this past August, inspired by your video. Fun trip! Thank you!

@LessJunkMoreJourney 2 жыл бұрын

Fun! Isn’t it amazing???? We love that ride.

@johnnylightning1491 2 жыл бұрын

I see from your intro that we are going to have a new warning on stinky slinkies "Not to be used as a necklace." As to my favorite train ride it's probably one I took with my great aunt a few decades ago, it was her treat to take us and it was awesome. I think it may have been the first time I was on a steam train. I couldn't even tell you were it was except somewhere within an hour or so of Memphis. Keep the good stuff coming guys and give the kids an extra hug tonight.

@LessJunkMoreJourney 2 жыл бұрын

😂

@BrazenBrits 2 жыл бұрын

Superb! We didn’t even know this existed! It might be a well known thing to Americans, but it’s all new to us Brits! It’s definitely on our list to do! Thanks. Great video as always 👍

@LessJunkMoreJourney 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@davidschindler6676 2 жыл бұрын

There's also the Pikes Peak Cog Railway. A few minutes west from Colorado Springs in the town of Manitou Springs. Very scenic area there Manitou Springs, and the railway just reopened after getting some upgrades/repairs. Also, I live in Albuquerque and wanted to say I'm glad you enjoyed your stay for Balloon Fiesta. I crew for a hot air balloon and always enjoy hearing about folks having a good time doing what I do almost every weekend.

@markreams3192 2 жыл бұрын

I rode the Amtrak coast starlight from LA to Salinas Ca and rode my bicycle back to Southern California along the coast. Beautiful train ride and bike ride!

@todd2456 2 жыл бұрын

Fun to see you guys in my home state!!

@celestialrvliving 2 жыл бұрын

Fave: the Leadville, CO train to the top. Winding around and up to the top of the mountain. It’s a really old train.

@Bacciagalupe 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@shaneymatthews2003 2 жыл бұрын

We absolutely love the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge steam scenic train ride In the fall, stunning! We have rode the Great Smoky Mountain Scenic Steam train ride. We have also rode Conway New Hampshire Scenic Train ride. We are always looking for a great Scenic train to explore our beautiful country

@LessJunkMoreJourney 2 жыл бұрын

We agree!