8 Reasons a Colorado Train Ride Makes the Perfect Day Trip

Voted #1 Train In The U.S.

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It Is A National Historic Landmark

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It Takes You Back In Time

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It Is A Unique Experience

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The History

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The Mountains

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The Animas River

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Visit Silverton

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