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Denver & Rio Grande Railroad Antonito Depot
Listed on the State Register of Historic Properties, the 1880 D&RG Antonito Depot is significant for the native stone masonry that distinguishes it. It also played a key role in the establishment of the town by the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad. For over sixty years, the depot was the junction point for the "Chili Line" to Santa Fe, New Mexico and the railroad's San Juan Extension connecting Alamosa to Durango and Silverton. As the western-most station accommodating both narrow and standard gauge trains on the San Juan Extension, the depot was an important terminal for freight, passenger, and package services.
Front Street near Third Avenue
Antonito, CO 81120
Antonito, CO 81120
(719) 376-2049
800-835-1098
Hours of Operation
Closed until renovated. Conejos County Visitor Center is open seasonally, 800-835-1098.
Directions
The depot is located on Front Street, one block east of Main Street (US Hwy 285) near 3rd Avenue in downtown Antonito. Antonito is 37 miles south of Alamosa on US Hwy 285.
Visitor Services
Parking
Designations
State Register of Historic Places
Travel Tips
Take in the historic architectural details of this local landmark as you visit historic downtown Antonito. See also more information on downtown Antonito's architecture and murals on this website.
Antonito is also home to the historic narrow-gauge Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, an exceptional heritage experience not to be missed. For more information, see the C&TSRR individual listing on this website.
Entrance Fees
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