We drive CO-17 that parallels the route of our train ride on the Cumbres and Toltec.  It is a beautiful drive and gives us opportunity to get some great rolling pictures of the train.  We spot a few elk along the way and scope out access places to trail heads and campgrounds in the Carson and Rio Grande National Forests.  This could be a great site for future adventure.    

We make a stop in Chama for lunch at the Boxcar Café – got to love that railroad theme.  My turkey with green chili sandwich is delicious and Kent reports his fish and chips the same.  It’s a fun little spot for outdoor dining.