If you're dreaming of retirement in a Colorado mountain town, you might think it's beyond your Social Security budget. But think again. It's true that Colorado has a reputation for being expensive, ...

Santa waves as the new Santa Express Train locomotive pulls into the Cañon City Santa Fe Depot. The Royal Gorge Route Railroad’s holiday-themed locomotive led passengers through the canyon to the ...

A hiker walks through one of the tunnels at the beginning of the Tunnel Drive Trail along the Arkansas River west of Canon City Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025. The 1.92-mile trail connect to the Royal ...

(SPONSORED) — Down in Cañon City, riding on the Royal Gorge Route Railroad’s Santa Express has been a holiday tradition for thousands over its 20 years of operation. The Santa Express immerses you ...

Voters typically don’t hesitate to tax “them.” It’s pretty common for Colorado voters to approve taxes on tourists, especially in mountain towns. That was the case in Basalt, Mountain Village and ...

The Royal Gorge Route Railroad in Cañon City isn’t just a train ride – it’s a moving time capsule that delivers you through some of the most spectacular scenery the Centennial State has to offer, all ...

All aboard one of America’s most scenic train rides - The Royal Gorge Route Railroad! Departing from the historic Santa Fe Depot in Cañon City, Colorado, this two-hour journey winds through the ...

There’s something almost magical about watching that bright orange locomotive snake through the dramatic red rock walls of Colorado’s deepest canyon, the kind of experience that makes you wonder why ...

The owner of the Royal Gorge Route Railroad and the director of the Cañon City Recreation District disagree on whether or not a proposed excise tax that would be used to help fund the operations of a ...

Winter transforms the Rocky Mountains into a magical wonderland of snow-capped peaks and pristine valleys. Experiencing this beauty from the comfort of a train is something everyone should try at ...