Como to Leadville, CO

This route was built by the Denver, South Park and Pacific Railroad between 1880 and 1884. At the time, it was a 3-foot narrow gauge, but was converted to standard gauge at some point.

The line was abandoned in 1937 under the Colorado and Southern Railroad.

Boreas Pass was the highest point along the line.
Boreas Pass was the highest point along the line. Photo by Mike Koenig, 9/24/2010.
A section house and water tower also remain, both restored by Su...
A section house and water tower also remain, both restored by Summit County. Photo by Mike Koenig, 9/24/2010.
A restored version of the water tank at Boreas Pass. The former ...
A restored version of the water tank at Boreas Pass. The former right-of-way is clearly visible. Photo by Mike Koenig, 9/24/2010.
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