After a short stop to allow passengers to get their shot of the world's highest suspension bridge, the Royal Gorge train heads back to Canon City for another round of visitors.
After waiting for a northbound empty coal hopper to pass, the Royal Gorge train makes its way back to Canon City in the always beautiful Colorado landscape.
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)
After another trip through the Royal Gorge, passengers gather to take photos of this beautiful F-Unit.
Paying a few extra dollars for the cab ride through the Royal Gorge was worth it on this beautiful Sunday morning. From the cab of F7 402 the view of the curving mainline and the Arkansas River wa... (more)
This train is nearly 1,000 feet under the Royal Gorge Suspended Bridge, pulling a daily passenger excursion.
The 1230PM Royal Gorge Railroad train departs Canon City on its way to Parkdale, Colorado. I had the pleasure of riding in the cab of this ex-C&NW F7A on the 930AM train and thought it was the bes... (more)
Royal Gorge Route #402 returning to Canon City while white water rafters enjoy the ride on the Arkansas River.