An interior view of the Canon City and Royal Gorge Railroad's restored "Gen. William J. Palmer" Dining Car, named after the late, Civil War-era industrialist. General William Jackson Palmer and Dr... (more)
In this view we are about 45 minutes into our 2 hour journey through the beautiful Royal Gorge. It was a wonderful ride and I enjoyed the open car for the entire ride!
The 3:30pm Royal Gorge Railroad tourist train is entering the Royal Gorge, passing several raftloads of friendly thrill-seeking tourists shooting the rapids on the Arkansas River.
Looking out of the cab of the #403 we see white water rafters navigating down the Arkansas River along side of the Royal Gorge Route. This 2 and half hour round trip excursion traveling about 15 m... (more)
On my first trip to the USA I packed an awful lot into 2 weeks. I drove Route 66 from Chicago to Williams in Arizona via Memphis where I rode the Grand Canyon railroad. whereas that trip was spect... (more)
The Afternoon excursion returns back into Canon City with EMD F7 #403 in the lead.
Royal Gorge 40 has had a long and interesting life, starting in Central America, and working most recently in Colorado.
A gorgeous day for a ride through the Royal Gorge. Incredibly warm temperatures, and bright blue skies make the experience even more enjoyable as we head west away from the Depot.
The Famous D&RGW Hanging Bridge as seen from the cab's left seat. The 130 year old bridge is a 175' plate girder suspended on one side by an A frame. It's original 1879 cost was $11,759, a large ... (more)
We had tickets to ride the train, but of course I had to get a roster of the lead unit as they were hostling the power. This was a spectacular trip; I recommend it highly! At night when they tak... (more)
After lining a switch the conductor of The Royal Gorge Route's "Murder Mystery Train" begins to back his train up.
Passengers are nearing the end of their trip, as they move east through the gorge on the way back to the Depot.
Returning to the Depot after the 12:30 run through the Royal Gorge.
Royal Gorge (ex-C&NW) F7A prepares to depart Canon City on for the trip through the scenic Gorge.
Royal Gorge #403 is emerging from the East end of the Royal Gorge and returning to it Canon City terminus. The #403 was a C&NW unit aquired by the UP and later sold to the RGR.
