A westbound Z train threads through three tunnels simultaneously (and is about to enter a fourth) along the north side of the Columbia River west of Lyle on a stormy day in the Columbia River Gorge.
The famed natural aspect of the Pacific Northwest has drawn tourists and railfans alike from all over the world. This photo compilation showcases the sections where rails meet water between Washougal, WA/Troutdale, OR and Plymouth, WA/Boardman, OR.