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Week Before Visit

We’re looking forward to sharing our spectacular views and serving you aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad next week!

What to Know Before Your Visit

Please arrive 45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time to ensure you’re able to park, pick up your tickets and board the train on time. Trains depart promptly at the scheduled departure time and we cannot hold trains for late guests. If you arrive less than 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time, you will forfeit your tickets and your seats will be resold. Thank you for understanding and planning accordingly.

[ Dining ]

Onboard Dining at 403 Grill

Our 403 Grill is a casual affair, offering a full menu of scratch-made sandwiches, salads and burgers, as well as vegetarian and gluten-free dishes. A full bar featuring specialty cocktails, outstanding wines and microbrews is open throughout each journey. With the exception of water bottles or food and beverages purchased at the Santa Fe Depot or Happy Endings Caboose Cafe, no food or drink may be brought aboard the train.

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[ Safety ]

Know Before Boarding

Our staff will be present on each railcar to support your safety and comfort throughout your journey. For everyone’s safety, guests must adhere to the following at all times while aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad:

  • Shoes must be worn at all times
  • No purses or tote bags larger than 10.75”W x 7.5”H x 4”D
  • No backpacks larger than 8.75”W x 10.2” H x 5.9”D  (The size of a backpack purse)
  • No weapons or ammunition of any kind (includes pepper spray, firearms and knives of any size)
  • No outside food and beverage with the exception of one bottle of water per person. Items purchased from the Caboose or Depot are permitted.
  • No camera tripods
  • No strollers or car seats
  • Vista Dome is not accessible to wheelchairs
[ Animals ]

Pet Policy

Animals are not allowed on the train. We are a licensed restaurant and only certified, licensed service dogs will be allowed to board the train. Emotional support animals of any type are not allowed on the train.

[ Attire ]

Dress for the Journey

We suggest casual to dressy, depending on your occasion. The Royal Gorge Route Railroad offers many photographic vistas, so many of our guests dress for memorable photos to commemorate the journey. For safety reasons, in all classes of service, please select comfortable shoes that remain on your feet throughout the trip.

Journey Itineraries

9:00 AM Departures

Vista Dome, Deluxe and Coach

8:15 AM

  • Arrive at the Royal Gorge Route Railroad.
  • Stop by the Happy Endings Caboose Cafe for your favorite espresso beverage.
  • Visit the Santa Fe Depot ticketing office to check in.

8:30 AM

  • Begin boarding the train.
  • Take your seats and relax. Your server will greet you with our beverage menu offering locally roasted coffee, soft drinks and morning cocktails.

9:00 AM

  • Train departs for the Royal Gorge.
  • Enjoy breakfast and morning cocktails. Step outside to the open air observation car anytime.
  • Full service dining available throughout your journey.

11:00 AM

  • Train returns to the Santa Fe Depot.

12:30 PM Departures

Vista Dome, Deluxe and Coach

11:30 AM

  • Arrive at the Royal Gorge Route Railroad.
  • Visit the Santa Fe Depot ticketing office to check in.

12:00 PM

  • Begin boarding the train.
  • Take your seats and relax. Your server will greet you with our beverage menu offering soft drinks, microbrews, cocktails and an outstanding selection of wines.

12:30 PM

  • Train departs for the Royal Gorge.
  • Enjoy lunch, microbrews, wine and cocktails. Step outside to the open air observation car anytime.
  • Full service dining available throughout your journey.

2:30 PM

  • Train returns to the Santa Fe Depot.

3:30 PM Departures

Vista Dome, Deluxe and Coach

2:30 PM

  • Arrive at the Royal Gorge Route Railroad.
  • Visit the Santa Fe Depot ticketing office to check in.

3:00 PM

  • Begin boarding the train.
  • Take your seats and relax. Your server will greet you with our beverage menu offering soft drinks, microbrews, cocktails and an outstanding selection of wines.

3:30 PM

  • Train departs for the Royal Gorge.
  • Enjoy lunch, microbrews, wine and cocktails. Step outside to the open air observation car anytime.
  • Full service dining available throughout your journey.

5:30 PM

  • Train returns to the Santa Fe Depot.

5:30 PM Departures

Vista Dome, Deluxe and Coach

5:30 PM

  • Arrive at the Royal Gorge Route Railroad.
  • Visit the Santa Fe Depot ticketing office to check in.

6:00 PM

  • Begin boarding the train.
  • Take your seats and relax. Your server will greet you with our beverage menu offering soft drinks, microbrews, cocktails and an outstanding selection of wines.

6:30 PM

  • Train departs for the Royal Gorge.
  • Enjoy dinner, microbrews, wine and cocktails. Step outside to the open air observation car anytime.
  • Full service dining available throughout your journey.

9:30 PM

  • Train returns to the Santa Fe Depot.
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[ Hear from Our Guests ]

Exceeded all my Expectations

I had the pleasure of experiencing the Royal Gorge Route, and I must say, it exceeded all my expectations… As a solo traveler, I often find myself hesitant to explore new places, but Hubie and Judy went above and beyond to make me feel welcome and at ease.

Eunace T.

We Loved the Royal Gorge Train Ride

We loved the Royal Gorge train ride! The dome seats were definitely worth it… felt like I could reach out to the gorge walls and we saw some big horn sheep!

Elizabeth B.

Highly Recommend Making a Stop

Wonderful train tour and worth the money. Recommend getting a commemorative photo. Views were beautiful and drinks were delicious! Highly recommend making a stop to experience this ride.

M.D.

The Views Were Spectacular

Our trip was on a Sunday morning in early September… Once the train got rolling we went to the open air car & spent the entirety of our tour there. That allowed for the best views for the complete ride. The views were spectacular.

Kevin L.

Good Food and Friendly Service

This is truly an incredible experience and only takes 2 hours… Good food and friendly service… The gentleman who served as the tour guide on the open rail car gave us some incredible information about the history of the area.

Jeff M.

Adventure Awaits

Hop aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad and experience a one-of-a-kind adventure through the Royal Gorge and Colorado Rockies. Departing daily from the Santa Fe Depot in Canon City.

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