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Tapping the Rockies

Colorado is has become one of my favorite states in the Union. With great skiing, beautiful weather, and lots of mountain railroading, what's not to love? So far, I have only been to this great state three times, but I hope it doesn't stay that way for long. I still need to make it all the way to Silverton, ride up Cumbres Pass, see the Joint Line, and spend a lot more time on the Moffat Road. And if Union Pacific ever decides to reopen Tennesee Pass...

1. Union Pacific's ex-D&RGW Moffat Tunnel Route.
2. The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.