Enjoy smoked BBQ on an evening roundtrip train ride with Rocky Mountain views
2 Hours
Roundtrip train ride, BBQ meal
Ride the Devils Tail BBQ Special from Leadville and enjoy a relaxing evening train trip with a BBQ dinner onboard. Take in Colorado Rocky Mountain scenery with narrated commentary for half the ride.
You may not bring alcohol onboard; alcohol is sold in the concession car. Tickets are non-refundable, including during inclement weather if the train still runs.
Tickets for all trains are non-refundable. If capacity allows, you may change to another date or excursion; changes are subject to a $6.00 fee per ticket and must be made before the original trip date. No refunds for no-shows or late arrival.
Product ID: 8V9SUA
Plan to arrive about 30 minutes before departure. Boarding starts 30 minutes before the train leaves, and you need to check in at will call at least 15 minutes before departure.
General seating is first come, first served. Lounge car seats are fixed and assigned, and the railroad may change seat selections if needed.
You may bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks. You may not bring alcohol onboard, but you can buy alcohol in the concession car.
326 E. 7th St. Leadville Colorado 80461
This scenic mountain railroad near Leadville is a consistent crowd-pleaser, earning high marks for its breathtaking Rocky Mountain views, friendly staff, and well-organized boarding experience. The two-hour round trip climbs to elevations around 11,000 feet, offering panoramic scenery that passengers describe as stunning in both summer and winter. Lounge car upgrades are worth considering, as they come with food, drinks, and a more comfortable setup. The onboard narration adds historical context that many riders find genuinely interesting. A few practical things to know before booking: tickets sell out fast, so advance purchase is strongly recommended. Seating arrangements can occasionally split up groups of three or more. Most importantly, Leadville has very limited rideshare options, so having your own vehicle is essentially a requirement for getting to and from the depot reliably. There have been isolated concerns about inconsistent service in the lounge cars, though the overwhelming majority of visitors leave happy and enthusiastic.
Great ride that was enjoyable start to finish. Kyle was awesome and helped us out with our doggies. A little loud for skiddish dogs but overall fun and worth checking out.
Dennis Scalf
September 1, 2026
Great ride that was enjoyable start to finish. Kyle was awesome and helped us out with our doggies. A little loud for skiddish dogs but overall fun and worth checking out.
Dennis Scalf
September 1, 2026
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