Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad runs Fall Photography Special for the 2026 season from Durango, CO. The Fall Photography Special pairs an evening railyard shoot with a northbound steam run for trackside autumn photo stops. The 2026 calendar typically runs late sept–late oct; firm dates haven't been posted yet. Aspens along the Animas River canyon and the high San Juan peaks typically peak late September into mid-October.
2026 dates
Late Sept–late Oct
Not yet posted — operator typically publishes in summer.
Price range
See operator
Peak color
Aspens along the Animas River canyon and the high San Juan peaks typically peak late September into mid-October
Where to stay
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Rent a car
Most heritage railroad depots sit well off the interstate. Picking up a rental at the nearest airport is usually the easiest way in.
