At 64-miles in length, it is the longest, the highest and most authentic steam railroad in North America, traveling through some of the most spectacular scenery in the Rocky Mountain West. Ten individual campsites each include a picnic table and a campfire ring. RV’s up to 20 feet can be accommodated in only a few sites. Little Creel RV Park is a well-kept campground with 30/50 amp, full hook-up, level RV sites.
“We had one camper that was severely damaged, I think it was destroyed,” said Fockler. “We have a lot of reservations on Saturday. We’re hoping to get everything cleaned up so we can get those folks back in here on Saturday so they can enjoy camping.” Very friendly staff and campers here. Great internet service on both Verizon and AT&T devices.
In one hundred years, that’s a lot of reasons. Owned by the states of Colorado and New Mexico, the train crosses state borders 11 times, zigzagging along canyon walls, burrowing through two tunnels, and steaming over 137-foot Cascade Trestle. All trains steam along through deep forests of aspens and evergreens, across high plains filled with wildflowers, and through a rocky gorge of remarkable geologic formations. Deer, antelope, elk, fox, eagles and even bear are frequently spotted on this family friendly, off-the grid adventure.
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Stay here and ride or take photos of the Cumbres and Toltec Narrow Gauge Train as steams over the river on historic bridge by our park. Camp along the Rio Chama with tall trees to shade our grassy sites. Big rigs will enjoy the spacious 60 foot drive-thrus sites with room for slideouts. All have fires rings and picnic tables. There is a railroad car clubhouse on site, a covered picnic shelter and now a new pavilion.
It was a very attractive park with lots of shade and a pleasant staff. There was probably thirty of us down by the river for the afternoon arrival of the 1927 steam locomotive–pretty cool. “Gave us a great spot on a holiday weekend for a one night stopover. Super friendly family owned. Big park with river access along the back. Full hookups and plenty of shade.” Runs was originally built by the Denver & Rio Grande out of Denver, Colorado. The most scenic section is now preserved as The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad. When you are up in the high passes and the clatter of rail joints lulls your mind, think of all the people, and all their reasons for traveling, that have gone this way before.
And that whole last available site thing is clearly bogus. That said, the park is beautiful with lots of trees although like most commercial Parks you’re packed in like sardines. Personally I’ll give one of the other parks in the area a try next time. Beautiful place under trees right next to the Chama River. Conveniently located next to the village of Chama and the Cumbres and Toltec scenic railroad depot. The steam train crosses its bridge next to the park and is a great photo opportunity.
Once an Owner approves your RV reservation, you can coordinate a time to pick up your rig or have it delivered to your doorstep or campsite. At that point, the owner will do a key exchange with you and walk you through the RV and answer any questions you might have. You’ll also want to consider amenities. For example, if you’re planning to cook on the road, you’ll want a kitchenette. If your campground doesn’t have public restrooms, you’ll want to search RVs with bathrooms.
Information like your address, membership information (eg. CAA/AAA), and your preferences for park amenities can be saved. In addition, after registering with BookYourSite you have the option of receiving promotional information from the parks [pii_email_1606b61a08e6a2cf4db9]. about upcoming specials and events. Multiple sites located right on Rio Chama, with most sites close enough to walk to the river. If you enjoy fishing, this is the place for you. The river is stocked with trout throughout the season.