Crossing the southernmost tip of the Rocky Mountains, Amtrak's Southwest Chief gives passengers a front row seat to the incredible scenery of New Mexico. While these mountains are scenic, t... (more)
The last rays of sunshine peak through the forest, illuminating the stainless steel superliner cars on Amtrak's California Zephyr. This train is running a couple hours late as it approaches... (more)
After receiving a few inches of fresh powder overnight, the Bear River Valley has been transformed into a winter wonderland. Passengers aboard Amtrak's California Zephyr get to take in these beaut... (more)
The western slope of the Rocky Mountains consists of tough, rugged terrain. Winding through this region is the UP Moffat Tunnel Subdivision. Trains traveling west out o Denver travel through this ... (more)
Running slightly behind schedule, the westbound California Zephyr follows the old D&RGW mainline along the Colorado River near Cameo. In the distance, the steep walls of the De Beque Canyon tower ... (more)