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September 2025
narrow gauge train --> ford the Animas River --> explore trailless valley
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Narrow gauge train from Durango to Needleton,
hike the train rails to Tenmile Creek valley,
ford the swift waist-deep Animas River,
ascend Tenmile Creek valley,
descend valley and ford the Animas again,
hike back to Needleton,
narrow gauge train back to Durango.
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I had dreamed of exploring the remote, rugged,
trailless Tenmile Creek valley for 51 years
before finally accomplishing it this year.
That was the primary goal of this year's trip.
I had also intended to summit Peak Six and
Storm King Peak.. --> read moretrips <-- back to index
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