Cinders & Smoke: A Mile by Mile Guide for the Durango to Silverton Narrow Gauge Trip

by Doris B. Osterwald

Book Overview

A mile by mile guide for the Durango to Silverton narrow gauge trip. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0931788013
• Release Date: January 1989
• Publisher: Western Guideways
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

A mile by mile guide for the Durango to Silverton narrow gauge trip

Author Doris B. Osterwald: This mild by mile guide is keyed to mileposts placed along the east side of the track. (Right side of train on northbound trip to Silverton.) These markers are steel posts about 5 feet high and 6 inches wide that are from 10 to 20 feet east of the track. This railroad is located in Colorado.

The definitive guide to the Silverton/Durango Rail line

This guide provides the reader with a comprehensive overview of the 45 miles of narrow gauge track between Durango and Silverton, CO. Included in the guide are maps, photos and historical background about the building and operation of this section of track. Information about the restoration and operation of the line as one of the historical scenic rail lines in the US is presented, including the histories associated with most of the engines operating the on the line. Each significant mile mark is described by referencing easily identifiable landmarks, with background information being included. The stretch of track covered passes through some of the most scenic and rugged areas of the Rocky Mountains and proved an engineering challenge not only to build, but to keep in operation. If you are planning a vacation to this area of Colorado, this is a "must do" item for your itenerary. Cinders and Smoke will help in both planning and enjoying the excursion.