CRIPPLE CREEK, Colo. (KOAA) — Getting out and exploring Colorado Springs and the surrounding area doesn't need to break the bank.
We're highlighting businesses, organizations, and happenings that you can engage with for under $40; the focus for this article (and outing) is the Cripple Creek and Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad.
This 45-minute trip by steam locomotive takes passengers past historic mining operations, offers scenic views of the area, and provides a snapshot into the region's past as the train's engineer pulls double duty as tour guide.
The track goes south out of Cripple Creek, past the old Midland Terminal Wye over a reconstructed trestle, past many historic mines, to Echo Valley and World’s Fair then turns around and heads back to Cripple Creek.
The family-owned business was opened in 1967 by John Birmingham and is now operated by his son Jim and his family.
Ticket prices are as follows:
- Adults: $19
- Seniors (65+): $17
- Children (3-12): $14
- Children (under 3): Free
The railroad operates 7 days a week from Memorial Day weekend through the first weekend in October. For more information, click here.
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