Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Co

Local News

Washout cuts off Durango train from Silverton for eight to 16 weeks

Rainstorm damaged more than 40 feet of track

June 22, 2020

Local News

D&SNG receives green light to resume rides, with limited service

Railroad will offer trips from Rockwood to Cascade starting June 23

June 16, 2020

Local News

D&SNG hopes to run at 50% capacity by end of month

Railroad officials say they’ve found a way to make limited bookings work

June 9, 2020

Local News

Purgatory Resort’s insurance company sues D&SNG for 416 Fire losses

Lawsuit arrives just before statute of limitations for claims expires

June 3, 2020

Local News

Judge throws out D&SNG’s attempt to escape 416 Fire lawsuit

U.S. government seeking $25 million for firefighting costs

June 2, 2020

Local News

La Plata County approves variance request

it may not be necessary as state seeks to reopen more businesses

June 2, 2020

Local News

With arrival of Durango train, Silverton says it’s open to visitors

D&SNG makes symbolic trip through San Juan Mountains

May 29, 2020

Local News

La Plata County seeks variance for outdoor recreation businesses, others

officials hope to reopen rafting, gyms, churches and Durango train

May 26, 2020

Local News

American Heritage Railways temporarily closes historical line in Washington

Mt. Rainier Railroad will resume runs when economically feasible

May 19, 2020

Local News

Durango train delays opening into June

Railroad can’t cover costs running below 75% of capacity

May 9, 2020

Local News

Durango railroad purchases four diesel locomotives

Engines pose less fire danger than coal-burning counterparts

April 15, 2020

Local News

Was that a train whistle? Yes, but D&SNG remains shutdown

The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is running locomotives to help with maintenance and upkeep.Durango Herald file The D&SNG…

April 3, 2020

Local News

Iron Horse Bicycle Classic postponed because of coronavirus

Memorial Day weekend cycling event on hold, no new date set

April 2, 2020

Local News

Durango train to remain closed ‘until further notice’

Coronavirus prompts shutdown; railroad announces furloughs

March 23, 2020

Local News

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge to end daily train to Cascade

Ridership ceiling had been set at 250 passengers in response to COVID-19

March 16, 2020

Regional News

Galloping Goose plans excursions for 50th anniversary

Historic rail car offers trips in Durango, Chama

March 3, 2020

Local News

Longtime community-shaper Anne Isgar dies at 99

Durango’s ‘Rosie the Riveter’ was a wife, mother and entrepreneur

February 28, 2020

Local News

Vehicle crash at train depot likely caused by road race

knocks boxcar off tracks; woman receives serious injuries

February 18, 2020

Local News

Durango railroad ushers in new oil-burning era

D&SNG launches converted locomotive with drier climate in mind

February 15, 2020

Local News

Durango train coming to IMAX theaters

Durango’s main tourist attraction will be featured in a new IMAX movie in February.Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file “Into America’s Wild”…

January 22, 2020

Local News

Two men escape after illegal activity on D&SNG tracks

Sheriff says Pennsylvania man withholding information from authorities

January 8, 2020

Local News

Judge’s recommendation: Lawsuit against D&SNG for 416 Fire costs should proceed

Railroad wants government’s claim for $25M to fight blaze thrown out

December 30, 2019

Business

New Durango store caters to sleep time

store opens in historic Main Avenue building

December 8, 2019

Local News

Last train to Silverton for the season

Businesses, locals prepare for tourist exodus

October 26, 2019