Charming Chama & Pagosa Springs Wild West Wonders

Embark on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Chama, New Mexico, and Pagosa Springs, Colorado, where natural wonders and historic charm await. Your adventure begins in the quaint town of Chama, nestled amidst the towering peaks of the San Juan Mountains. Known for its scenic beauty and rich railroad heritage, Chama offers a unique experience aboard the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad. . The nostalgic clickety-clack of the train's wheels perfectly complements the awe-inspiring vistas of the region. After a night stay at the Rio Chama RV Park
I drive to Pagosa Springs Colorado, a picturesque town located just across the state line in Colorado. Famous for its natural hot springs, Pagosa Springs Immerse yourself in the healing waters, of the surrounding San Juan National Forest. For adventure seekers, the area offers a plethora of outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and fishing.
Both Chama and Pagosa Springs boast a delightful blend of Western hospitality and small-town charm. , Chama and Pagosa Springs promise an unforgettable travel experience filled with beauty, history, and warmth.
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[@jimbridge4166]

Glad you stopped by Chama. The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad is a treasure in the Southern Rockies.

[@TheWrightLifeTravelChannel]

We’re loving these longer video’s! It’s a great way to wind down on a Sunday evening!!!

[@rvertv]

So glad!

[@lindamartin2045]

Beautiful trip!! Chama does look charming. Thank you. I found only 2 rv stickers in newsletter picture. I'll look again. Take care🤗

[@lloydbaker6988]

YEAH, on Highway 64 with RVerTV Russ, buckle up, and let's enjoy the Ride along today with Russ. 👍

[@rvertv]

Right on!

[@willaputney3947]

ENJOYED MY TRIP TO CHAMA

[@ellaroberts1812]

That old engine brought memories of my childhood, traveling by train to see our relatives.

[@juliogonzales5441]

Great 👍 birds 🐦 🐦‍⬛ view 😊

[@allenpatterson3504]

Thats a very nice place thanks for sharing just great

[@rvertv]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@paulwentworth6426]

The half day trip on the railroad is just right. Highly recommend.

[@glennadams1044]

The wife and I did the train ride back in 2018. It was a beautiful ride and well worth the price. Something I'll never forget.

[@GottaBeThere2736]

Ahhh. ❤ I LOVE NEW MEXICO, RUSS! Thanks so much. Just a great series and very appreciated.

[@rvertv]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@r.c.salyer3652]

New Mexico is such a sleeper of a State. There are way more varied areas and terrain than you can imagine, and the History, most people ignore even looking into, but it is fascinating. My good friend who is now deceased, well his Uncle was the last Train Robbers, Black Jack Ketchem, who met his demise in New Mexico. Joe was a character too. We have only been exploring more and more of it due to a Nephew living in Albuquerque, which is a great starting point for so many of these trips.

[@j-marie4006]

That was a lot of great scenery.

[@5wheels521]

Beautiful, Beautiful segment of your travels. Those are the best RV campgrounds ever,,, 👍🏻😂

[@rvertv]

The best!

[@DestinationsAtoZ]

Great video as always Russ...! Safe travels!!!

[@rvertv]

Thanks 👍

[@meloneyparker]

Another wonderful trip! I'm loving it!👍

[@rvertv]

More to come!

[@meloneyparker]

@@rvertv yeah! 👍

[@priscilla78745]

Have been to Brasos, it's not far from Chama N. M. Where deer are so tame you could feed them from your hand.

[@milehighkit4725]

If you make it up through ouray and over the million dollar highway that's super cool area. I am over in the Ridgeway area which is just south of Montrose this time of the year.

[@RVGrannyWA]

I have been to a hot springs resort a number of years ago. My husband and I stayed at Miracle Hot Springs in Buhl. ID. Absolutely wonderful adventure.

[@8626John]

Another excellent installment. Beautiful country.

[@joeBeranek-lh8qz]

Hi Russ Love the video of Chama and Pagosa Springs we have camped at both of them during the summer . Love to go back and camp there again. It is to HOT in AZ now to go out. Thanks for you filming . Take care and stay safe.

[@RandiG63]

Thank you for the beautiful views 👍🏼 and the great campgrounds you stayed. So helpful and very good to know. 😊

[@rvertv]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@luvwestern]

I am really enjoying watching this trip! The longer videos are nice! Thank you!

[@paintingsbyjimhall]

Great road trip, you passed thru Tierra Amarilla where Reis Lopez Tijerina was arrested back in the early 60s because of a land grant issue. The route through Durango via 550 is the more scenic on the Million Dollar Highway, you will see another narrow gauge railroad.

[@MySORRELL]

THANKS

[@LLC273]

Truly a remarkable series. Enjoying it a lot.

[@robertcolpitts4534]

Another splendid video! Great job! The Cumbres and Toltec runs right by the RV park and the people wave at the train when it goes by. The passengers wave back! The cost is modest considering what you get to see plus a hot lunch half way to Antonito at a dining room at Ossier. Next time you are through, you should take the ride. You get a bus ride back to Chama. Safe travels!

[@rvertv]

Thanks for the info!

[@Az_VanGo]

Don’t you just love all the small backroads!! My favorite way to travel!

[@desertrose9499]

Love this. So beautiful! Thanks Russ!

[@kt-fl6ps]

I really enjoy these longer format videos, please keep doing them. That was a beautiful trip to Chama, such a gorgeous area. I love the train station as they remind me of the trains in Europe that I travelled on as a child. The springs are great to visit for your health, they are more common and more affordable in Europe. Looking forward to the beautiful Colorado section of your trip. Safe travels.

[@carolinashannon4706]

😮green lush, fresh air surely can’t beat that… drive carefully Russ

[@judyaimel7293]

Thanks for the.travels. .I am jealous iam not. Able to go like you be 😊

[@brendawhisenhunt8444]

Standing between NM and Colorado state line. This has been a wonderful trip!

[@susanstrickland6774]

Really nice video, and series. Excellent views. Enjoyed! Ty. 👍👍🙂

[@cdchmura]

Great video! It was fun to drive along with you.

[@peterselten500]

Hi russ thanks for the tour great part of the country amazing views an awesome towns . Cheers mate🇦🇺

[@blacksrt8300c]

My brother died recently and I’ve begun watching your videos, the driving and scenic views take my mind off the tragedy thank you, also random thought I watched a lot about the time you were building the van and was wondering how many miles you’ve put on it.

[@lindahoudek9855]

Glad you take the time to walk through these towns. Campground was amazing. Thanks Russ!

[@65248940]

What a beautiful drive to Chama and to Bayfield. I love the way you use your drone to video landscapes. Such fantastic views of the land. I have never been to any of the places you showed in this video. It's like taking a trip from my home. Thanks for the great video work and your narrations of the trip. Stay safe Russ!

[@sueanna_banana]

You've added a few new personal touches ( like making morning coffee, and showing more of your campgrounds, etc). We like that. Makes it more personal...I appreciate you being so quick about posting your videos. I'm guessing you are about a week ahead of your adventures right? Adding dates would be nice too. Keep up the good work.

[@sherrydenny4744]

Ditto to all the positive comments on the longer format video. This is really a step up and most enjoyable. Well done indeed. Thanks!

[@alexmobil7463]

Waiting to see the million $ highway hope you re going to drive it!

[@Freebird35]

Traveled this area in June 2018 but took US 84 from Santa Fe to Chama. As a rail enthusiast I organize my itineraries accordingly. Unfortunately, at Chama no locomotives were in steam nor at Antonito at the other end of the line when I stopped there on my return to Santa Fe later in the week. I was on my way to Durango and I passed through Pagosa Springs with barely a backward glance. Hot springs were not a sufficient enticement to stop. I do enjoy your travels immensely and am looking forward to your next adventure in Durango. I now have one of your T shirts to use on my future journeys.

[@cynthiayoung-alsup7619]

Hi Russ. Decals ordered. Thank you. Jerry

[@nancycain4434]

That part of New Mexico is so beautiful. It's definitely on my bucket list. Thanks for taking this on a fun adventure. I've said it before and I'll say it again I love the Drone shots. Safe travels Russ.

[@robertnelson7367]

Favorite place to be

[@a1abama]

Great video! Such a beautiful part of the country. SUGGESTION: maybe let the viewer know the date of filming, for each video. This adds context and allows the viewer to follow your journey chronologically. Thanks for all you do.

[@ensunnlor7059]

VERY NICE

[@vecherd]

LOve the videos! I have been to a few hot springs but I go in the winter ,even with snow on the ground🙃looking forward to the Durango stop my daughter was there in June and saw some of the pictures but yuour cameras will show much more.

[@stephend.mixell2042]

🤚✋👍👍Another nice one Russ.

[@K27fan]

The railroad in Chama is the same as the one in Durango, its all part of the old Denver & Rio Grande narrow gauge system. They built into Chama in1880, you can still ride the train, it is a 64 mile journey. You can start in Chama or Antonito on the other end, with a buffet lunch in Osier halfway. It is a fantastically beautiful ride, although the ride from Durango up to Silverton is a little more pretty. Too bad the train wasnt running, in Chama you can walk all over the yards and stand right next to the track as it goes by. Durango is fenced off.

[@rafaeltorre1643]

I remember riding both separately as a kid which is why more than 64 miles. And Chana was actually more scenic. Although they are two different rides I could be wrong on which is better.

[@robertcolfack26]

I lived in Farmington and Bloomfield New Mexico for nearly 40 years.....

[@percymcnabb4746]

love traveling with you, so interesting

[@rvertv]

Thank you! 😃

[@wempnerwanderings0612]

My family and I are headed to Rawlings WY tomorrow 7/25 and then on into UTAH. It would be amazing if out paths would cross. I have been watching you for so long I feel like you are family lol. Safe travels.

[@jzcode495]

Hey Russ, when you leave Durango, you may want to check out the Bakers Bridge just a few miles north of the town. Thats where they filmed Butch Cassidy and the Sun Dance Kid leap off the big rocks on the East side of the river. Its a historical land mark. Check it out!

[@gdvibes1]

OMG eye candy!

[@dsquare3703]

Hello... Chama sure is a pretty place.

[@eriktracy8578]

Gorgeous video! I love northern NM - last May we made the drive up from Santa Fe thru Chama, Pagosa Springs and over to Durango. So beautiful - your video brought back wonderful memories! 👍

[@joeypeacock1673]

A camping buddy and I would take hwy 64 thru Taos on our way from Texas to Pagosa Springs. Stopped at the very location you did with the view overlooking the valley. I remember the A frame structure @ 2:18. Beautiful view and really love the video. Thanks for posting.

[@dsquare3703]

One of my Coworkers is from New Mexico. She's a beautiful Young! Lady! Beautiful and fun! We have a great time at work. Lol

[@sharonthomas8983]

Hey Russ- I was at a hot springs resort up near Yellowstone. It was great 👍, you must try it. 👱🏻‍♀️

[@rvertv]

Sounds great!

[@birdvalystuff]

Nice drive. That was good RV park at Chama. The other not so much same thing but $20 plus more. Keep trucking. Maybe this too --Chimney Rock National Monument is day use only and is available on a first-come, first served basis. Due to parking limitations at the upper parking lot, customers may occasionally need to wait at the visitor center. Free pass is no good if RV parking isn't available.

[@rvfreedomtrail4290]

Russ your videos are so helpful. I'm coming from Leadville and was looking for a spot to stop in N.M. Thank you

[@Parry635]

hey Russ, do you take your 3 wheel bike with you as you travel ?

[@Thomas-bl6vf]

Silverton and ouray oh worth visits, and then Durango you can catch the still usable train station for the Durango and Silverton, narrow gauge railroad

[@HarryPalmer-P.I.]

Highway 64 would have taken you to Dulce, NM. It's an interesting place for sure.

[@jamesmagers8306]

Fun fact. The Unsers, the greatest Indianapolis racing family ever have a ranch at Chama.

[@Charlenehoyle]

I just remembered I was pregnant with my daughter when they were building the viaduct and we walked under it my son was about 9 months old they would let people come up and walk all around the viaduct while they were building it it was so cool

[@Charlenehoyle]

I forgot to tell you but that was in 1986 when the viaduct was built they were working on both of them

[@cynthiayoung-alsup7619]

Hi Russ, my name is Jerry. I own a retired ambulance and I love your channel. I have a free advertisement side and would like to buy some decals to show support.

[@kimboleyn1]

Wow, you came through Pagosa Springs and I saw my car parked there. LOL! Oh, by the way, that's where I live. It's not all paradise. Lots of issues people have to deal with. 😢

[@r.c.salyer3652]

I have been coming to Chalma since the 1980s. I adore the old bar from the late 1800s at the Foster Hotel. It used to be a Bar-Restaurant and 2 room Hotel upstairs, now it has more rooms out the back. It was one of the last towns in the old west, to loose their buckboard wooden sidewalks. Shame, but it is what the locals wanted, so it got done. Chalma will not be changing much in your life time as it is surrounded on 3 sides by Wilderness Area, and the 4th side by the Jicarilla Apache Reservation, where supposedly even Gernonimo Chief visited. Big Foot has been sited several time in those Wilderness Areas. At the Jicarilla Apache Reservation was one of the very first extraterrestrial cow mutilitations. It was featured in one of the first X Files TV shows. This is where the cast and crew came to witness the destruction. There are a time more Deer in town, so DRIVE SLOW, then out of town. Some of the locals call them their pets. Amazing place. We are finally going to take the Cumbres and Toltec Narrow Gage R x R scenic trip for the experience this fall for the fall collars.

[@bobtimmer8522]

How many miles you travel a year?

[@michaelsanchez7798]

You mentioned the train in Chama is expensive, and it is. You should have taken a ride anyway, it is easily worth the money. Same with the train in Durango.

[@geo7918]

chama nm snow fall average is 96 inches

[@cynthiayoung-alsup7619]

One thing you need more banjo. Maybe some cowbell.

[@freddysegovia1666]

what kind of cameras are you using it that you can control with your phone can you tell me so I can get a few of those

[@rvertv]

GoPros. using the Gopro QUIK App

[@freddysegovia1666]

@@rvertv I love your channel

[@marciavimazal8692]

What app do you use for the scenic roads you travel?

[@rvertv]

no app I use google maps. Each state will list scenic byways and routes usually online or websites

[@marciavimazal8692]

I wasn't aware of that. Thanks!

[@clintonhoffmann9626]

Is the GoPro quick app on iPhones Russ?

[@frankgonzales2462]

Where's. all the residents haven't seen anyone walking or driving ?? Ive been there many times and there were people everywhere!!

[@jessicacandelaria7448]

Hi. @ 32:57 when you say the name of the park you should also say the phone number along with the name. Not just say there's the number for people who are listening but may not be watching, and for people who are hard of seeing.

[@dsquare3703]

Never been.

[@dsquare3703]

Look at all those beautiful places you've enlightened us to! God is gonna bless you Big Time. Lol you better buy a mega millions ticket Sir! 😂😂😂

[@stephenatkison2914]

It's a beautiful thing to fire an old steam engine up.

[@randolphfriend8260]

🩷

[@GeorgeStar]

How's the van holding up?

[@rvertv]

doing great

[@suzannealcantara7725]

Hi Russ. I'm a new subscriber and I have got to tell you how much I enjoy your videos. One of the absolute best channels out there. I'm from Whitehall Montana and just love your adventures.

[@rvertv]

thank you and welcome aboard

[@seymourrivers6169]

Russ walked all the way from New Mexico to Colorado 🎉😂

[@IDNHANTU2day]

Nice Sunday surprise Russ. I really love to wake up to one of your adventures (I'm a late riser on Sundays). Others might have a similar format, but no one has your style of narrational delivery. Your Bumper music makes me want to go get a cup of coffee and enjoy the show.

[@rvertv]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Coalbucketlist]

Keep up the great work! Just found out my 77 year father enjoys your channel too. He loved your Oregon trip up the coast. When he was telling me about your channel, he was quite surprised to learn I've been watching you for quite a while! Like father like son.

[@rvertv]

That is awesome!

[@trishalaverentz8510]

❤ Wonderful trip.. thank you..... Safe travels.....

[@rvertv]

Thank you!

[@sheryld1957]

When you asked if we could see your van, I said no and then you said it was hidden and I didn't feel so bad. My Mom was born in Cedarvale, NM. Close to Albuquerque. Just a little town, but when it cools off we may take a trip up that way. So beautiful right now when you are there.

[@bigmamabecky30ross2]

😊 always enjoy your videos, I was born in Aurora Colorado 😊at Fitzimmons Army Hospital in 1955 , my father was stationed there. I have a grandson that is living in Steamboat Colorado, he and his wife work at the Ski Resort there,during the winter and they do landscaping work in the summer,.😊

[@goodoakpress]

I've taken a few trips to southern Colorado myself in recent years. It's beautiful. Took a different route, so I've never been to Pagosa Springs, but I've been to Durango, and a much smaller town called Dolores. I've shot some amazing photos in a little park near Dolores Creek. If it's not on your itinerary this year then I hope you can see it another time. Ouray is another town worth seeing.

[@chetrhodes3216]

That was a really good video. Makes me want to travel again. Unfortunately, due to health reasons, I can’t anymore, but I can see great places courtesy of you. So thank you, Russ!

[@philoyler4522]

Brother Russell I'm enjoying the trip rock and roll God bless

[@rvertv]

Rock on! Phillip. Stay cool in Boulder City

[@nadinejohnson2189]

🕊️ Hi Traveling with Russ RVerTV🚐 Beautiful 🤗 Views⛰️ Thank You!🌹

[@rvertv]

Thank you very much!

[@jgringo5516]

Ahhh yeah!

[@juliebradford2999]

Thanks for Sharing!! Beautiful place.

[@henrywardell4635]

God Bless , United States America , Russ , RVerTV Fans. We Love RVerTV - Grand Journey Thru - U.S.A. - Grand Videos - Grand Music. 40, 000, 000 Canadians Welcome Russ To Visit Canada In 2023. Happy Trails - U.S.A. - Russ - RVerTV Fans. Thank you Russ. Have A Great Summer / Have A Great Day Eh.🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠🤠

[@rvertv]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@carolinashannon4706]

😂😂😂antique everything… welcome to my club Russ

[@stephbrandenburg9957]

Love the song birds in abundance. Totally wish you caught a ride on that train.. maybe autumn is best viewing though . Take care out there!

[@nealhathaway2004]

I live in the mountains just west of Durango. Been here 25 years. I love seeing you drive through here. Good job!