Durango/Silverton train running?

[wagonmaster2]

Anyone heard whether or not the Durango Silverton train is running this summer? I heard it wasn't but don't know if that is just on week-days. No use trying for RV reservations at either end if not running. And how is Silverton handling this?
Usually go every summer but due to pandemic haven't so far this summer.

[Sherpa Vern]

https://www.durangotrain.com/covid-1...ng-information

It appears they opened June 23rd.

[twogypsies]

Sometimes it's best to go directly to the source for up-to-date accurate information.

[baraff]

The Durango/Silverton train had resumed service and then shut down again due to a bridge washout. Estimate is 8-16 weeks. I think part of the route is operational. Best to check with the train company.

Not been a good couple years for the train.

https://gazette.com/news/colorado-na...b0325be24.html

[Steve43]

We were there two weeks ago. The Durango to Silverton is not running because of track washout and yes, 8-16 weeks is the estimate to repair - once they come up with a plan to repair. There are trains running (twice a day) from Rockwood to Cascade Canyon (and back), about a two hour trip (total). Rockwood is about 20 miles north of Durango so it is not ideal that way but it was a scenic trip via Steam train (diesel is available also). As far as I know, that is the only train running as of now. Steve