I have heard the Weminuche Wilderness described as one of the most remote parts of Colorado, and after having been there I would certainly agree that it feels that way! There are a few different ways that you can get to where you’re going, either hike in ~10mi from Molas Pass on Hwy 550 or you can save you feet and pay the fare for the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railway. The D&SNG is definitely a treat on it’s own, an authentic coal-fired and steam-powered train runs the route hauling passengers and freight and even firefighting equipment (used mostly to put out fires caused by the coal cinders I’m told). We boarded in Durango and had one of the “open air” cars which afforded us great views of the passing wilderness and only a few coal cinders in the eyes.
Train rounding the corner
Entering the San Juan National Forest
Most famous part of the ride, the Highline
