Boreas Pass Railroad Day and the Como Depot Restoration

Railroads of South Park​ by SouthParkNHA​

Learn about the two railroads that once crossed South Park in this excerpt from the South Park National Heritage Area documentary.

2016 Stephen H. Hart Award: Como Depot​ by History Colorado​

One of three surviving structures listed in the National Register of Historic Places as part of the Como Roundhouse, Railroad Depot, and Hotel Complex, the Como Depot was built in 1879 as a major terminal on the Denver & South Park Railroad line. In 2008 after the depot had been neglected for more than 70 years of neglect, David Tomkins and partners began work to preserve the deteriorated building. In 2015 after years of challenges, the Depot reopened for public use.

DSP&P Como Depot Restored​ by Colorado's Most Endangered Places​

The Denver, South Park, & Pacific Railroad Depot stood on the verge of collapse when it was listed on the "Colorado's Most Endangered Places" list in 2006. That listing caught the attention of preservationists, who joined with the new owners of the property to work to restore the building to its former glory. Now, 8 years later, the depot stands ready to open back up to the public, where its owners look to operate it as a museum adjacent to their bed and breakfast in the old railroad hotel (currently undergoing a renovation of its own as of this writing).

2016 State Honor Award - Como Depot​ by Colorado Preservation​

The Como Depot and the adjoining hotel and roundhouse are collectively listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The first reference to the Depot was in June 1879 when the Denver South Park and Pacific Railroad tracks reached the new town of Como. The building was extended twice shortly thereafter and in 1885 moved approximately 15 feet to the south. It served the valley for over 50 years and the last passenger train came through Como in April 1937. In 1938, the tracks were removed. Photographic evidence suggests that the Depot received little maintenance during the railroad days, and even less afterwards. By 2006, the building was dilapidated and in danger of collapse, which led to to its listing as one of Colorado's Most Endangered Places. The Depot changed hands in February 2008 and a group of interested parties formed to spearhead restoration of the building. Colorado Preservation, Inc. managed grant funds from the State Historical Fund, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, CDOT and other local and national contributions to aid in restoration efforts. Since 2008 major progress has been made – the building is structurally restored and the focus is now the interpretation of the site and the town. The Como Depot is leased to the Denver South Park and Pacific Historical Society and has reopened as a seasonal museum.

Como Roundhouse Restoration - Klondike Kate Steam Locomotive​ by Toy Man Television​

Off to the Rocky Mountains to see the Como Roundhouse restoration and Klondike Kate Steam Locomotive. The beautiful 6 stall stone roundhouse in Como Colorado is being restored, as are the old hotel and depot.
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From the web: The Denver, South Park and Pacific Railroad (DSPPR) reached Como in June 1879. 1881 saw construction of the Como Roundhouse, which was built by Italian stonemasons that had settled in the Como area.

The last train through Como was in April 1937, the tracks were pulled up the following year.
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The Como Project is an effort to preserve and restore a segment of the old Denver South Park & Pacific railway complex in Como, Colorado. The three main railway structures in the complex are the Train Depot, Railway Hotel and Stone Roundhouse together with original bunk houses and track car sheds. This project is a joint effort of the following people and organizations.

South Park Heritage Experience - Bringing the Steam Train Back to South Park​ by SouthParkNHA​

In this episode of the South Park Heritage Experience we visit the restored Railroad Depot in beautiful Como Colorado, and speak with members of the Denver South Park & Pacific Historical Society. Watch to learn about the rail line that helped shape Park County, and hear about the amazing effort the DSP&P society is putting in to bring back the steam engine back to the South Park region.

Klondike Kate 2017​ by James Mackay​

Klondike Kate on her first run from her roundhouse to the depot in Como, Colorado on Boreas Pass Railroad Day, August 19, 2017, featuring music of the Denver Brass. Some clips of Denver South Park and Pacific G gauge trains at the Denver Garden Railway Society's layout at the Colorado Railroad Museum are also included.

Como Depot and Roundhouse Restoration​ by Jim Overman​

Published on Aug 20, 2017 

Como, CO - Becoming a Railroad Town Again​ by cctsteam​

I had the pleasure of being in Como, CO on September 2, 2017 to witness the second run of, and also have a ride behind engine #4, Klondike Kate. Many thanks go out to all the volunteers and supporters who are helping Como become a railroad town once again!

Colorado Train History, Steam Train Como, CO -Boreas Pass Railroad Day - Our Journey :: Episode #84​ by Spirit Forest​

I take my daughters to go see a Steam Train in Como, Colorado. First time in this area since 1939. It was like seeing history come alive. I talk a little bit about the history in the area and why Como was the happening place in 1880-1940's.

Steam locomotive on turntable in Como, Colorado in 2017!!!​ by John Meixel​

Today, 8/19/2017, Boreas Pass Railroad Day, in Como, Colorado, steam locomotive #4, "Klondike Kate," rode the turntable for the first time! This was the first time a steam locomotive rode the Como turntable in 79 years!

Steam comes to Como​ by Todd Hackett​

Annual Boreas Pass Railroad Day in Como, Colorado with the introduction of Klondike Mines #4 under steam, and completion of the turntable installation.

Como Locomotive Klondike Kate's Final Run of 2017​ by John Meixel​

Klondike Kate makes her final run and is placed into the 1881 roundhouse for the winter.

Como Colorado Steam Preview for 2018​ by John Meixel​

2018 track laying plans for Como, Colorado. Details at www.southparkrail.com. Please come!

Unloading C&S gondola 4319 in Como, Colorado on 6/6/18​ by John Meixel​

This video shows the unloading of C&S gondola 4319 in Como on June 6, 2018 after arriving from Central City.

Como 6-29-2018​ by John Meixel​

This is the first run of Kate, #4, in 2018. This is part of a restoration of the Denver, South Park and Pacific Railroad in Como, Colorado. We have had 9 work days so far in 2018 and have laid around 300' of track. This video shows the first movement, under steam, in Como, of the sole remaining Colorado and Southern gondola car #4319, in over 80 years! We moved it from the end of the mainline to track #2 at the roundhouse for display. The last clip shows the current end of the mainline by the site of the water tower. We will continue to extend the mainline

Steam in Como Colorado June 30 2018​ by Todd Hackett​

The first official steam-up for 2018 in Como

Round House Aerial shots in Como, Colorado​ by sighbul​

Published on Aug 18, 2012

2006 - Como Depot​ by Colorado's Most Endangered Places​

The town of Como, Colorado, on the northern edge of Colorado's South Park served as a junction for the Denver, South Park, & Pacific Railroad. From Como, trains traveled north to Breckenridge, west to Gunnison, and east to Denver. At Como, the railroad built a large roundhouse, hotel, and depot. When the railroad stopped operating in 1937, they left all three buildings, which remain standing. In 2006, the deteriorating condition of the depot led to its being listed on Colorado Preservation Inc's "Colorado's Most Endangered Places" list. The attention brought to the site through that listing is in part responsible for its restoration today. This is what it looked like in 2006. It's restored condition can be seen in this clip: https://youtu.be/PKLBAMPqI9A