A two-hour holiday train ride from Leadville through snowy forest, in heated cars with assigned seats and restrooms on board. Along the way you may meet Mrs. Claus, an elf or Santa himself.
Know before you go. The railroad doesn't list a sensory-friendly ride. Here's what it does say about the cars, the restrooms and who visits.
Leadville Colorado and Southern Railroad: Holiday Express
Holiday Express seating is in “fully enclosed and heated lounge cars,” and “NEW this year guests can also ride in our 1007 coach class car that has heat.” Open-air cars are optional: “Coats hats and Jackets are suggested.” leadvillerailroad.com
Space
In the lounge cars, “Guests may be sat with other parties to accommodate space for all guests.” In the 1007 coach, “seats are assigned by staff before your trip.” leadvillerailroad.com
Rules
“we have five restrooms available on board, including one that is handicap accessible.” leadvillerailroad.com
Book online ahead. Seats in the heated lounge cars and the heated 1007 coach car are assigned, and in the lounge cars you may share a table with another family. The conductor tells the history of the line. Open-air cars are there if you want to step out into the snow for photos. The ride is about two hours, with five restrooms on board. Change anything.
Common questions
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