Elk Park Train Stop Access
Elk Park Train Stop Access
Elk Park Train Stop provides wilderness access to the San Juan National Forest and Weminuche Wilderness via the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad (available May-October).
The flagstop serves as a trailhead for hiking and backpacking, with access to the Elk Creek Trail, Continental Divide Trail, and Vallecito Creek Trail.
Visitors must book in advance by calling 1-888-872-4607, flag the train by waving hands horizontally across knees from the east side of tracks, and can arrange freight transport for backpacks ($25 fee) and fishing equipment.
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