A special steam charter with loco 487 arrives at Cascade trestle

Number 487 leads 484 up the grade from Chama, New Mexico to the summit at 11,000 feet. There 487 cuts out and 484 takes the train to Antonito, Colorado. This rail lines pass through the largest As... (more)

487 returning train from Osier. Locomotive came all the way from Antonito, 64 miles away, switched trains at Osier and finally made it in to Chama.

Former D&RGW K-36 #487 rests in the Chama Enginehouse while work is being completed on #489.

Railfans sit on a picnic table in the shade as they watch 487 switch in the yard on a very warm day.

Sand dome was just filled using bagged sand. Apprentice practices running loco so he can become an engineer. American flags are flying in flag holders on this day.

The eastbound train fights hard up a visible grade past Coxo on its way to Windy Point.

The fireman leans out of the cab to check the injector as the crew prepares for the daily train departure from Antonito, Colorado.

Stopping for water at Cumbres summit.

Engine #487 performs a dramatic blow down as the train approaches Cascade Trestle on the way up to Cumbres Pass from Osier. This engine has been relettered for the Rio Grande and is part of Chama ... (more)

Running light engine ahead of the train #487 approaches Cascade Trestle on the way down grade to Osier. This engine has been relettered for the Rio Grande and is part of Chama Steam VI.

Running light engine ahead of the train #487 crosses Cascade Trestle on the way down grade to Osier. This engine has been relettered for the Rio Grande and is part of Chama Steam VI.

The train is climbing the 4% grade to the top of Cumbres Pass. Lead engine #484 is around the bend in front with #487 & 488 following behind. This shot is from the cupola of short caboose #0579.... (more)