Deluxe Wilderness Camping & Train Trip

An experience your family will always remember! This 2-day trip has it all!

Ride the train to our comfortable and well-equipped camp in the magnificent San Juan mountains, spend a cozy night under the stars, then ride the Durango-Silverton Narrow Gauge Train the next day to take in the sites and history of Silverton.

We take care of everything so you can relax and enjoy the experience. Our friendly guides handle all the gear, set-up, delicious meals and snacks.

Cost: $250/adults; $200/children 12 and under
Available: June 1 – August 15

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Itinerary

  • Come by MWR the night before the trip and confirm reservations
  • Everything is included –  3 meals, sleeping bags, tents etc.
  • Meet at Mountain Waters at 6:30 AM to load the train with camp gear and food
  • Meet your qualified guide who will showcase the best of Colorado.
  • Board the train at 7:45 for your ride to your camp in the middle of Colorado’s largest wilderness.
  • Optional Hike: Shuttle to Purgatory trail head with your guide and hike into camp (3 – 5 hours) in the largest wilderness in the state of Colorado.  Your guide will pack a lunch for you.
  • Unload the train on the way down from Silverton
  • Enjoy a great dinner at camp Needleton
  • Sleep under more stars than you know existed.
  • Wake up to a beautiful Colorado morning
  • Have a cowboy breakfast
  • At 11:00 am board the train for Silverton from Needleton.
  • Ride to Silverton have lunch on your own and ride the train back to Durango.
  • Please bring completed Liability releases

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Make your reservation today!

Cancellation Policy

We conform to the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad cancellation policy. Train ticket refunds/Cancellations are subject to a fee of $14.00 per adult ticket and $7.00 per child ticket if cancelled prior to 48 hours of your reserved date. There are no refunds issued on reservations cancelled less than 48 hours of your reserved date. We highly recommend purchasing trip insurance.

Wilderness Camp Rental!

Spend more time in the wilderness – learn more about our wilderness camp rental program. Also available for Elk Hunting in the fall.