Dropping downgrade through Wootton, Colorado, Amtrak's eastbound Southwest Chief has had another successful day conquering Raton Pass as the train begins its decent toward Trinidad.
The California Zephyr runs through Roggen, Colorado at sunrise. A jet plane's contrail and shadow gives the illusion that the sun is a comet about to strike earth.
Below the imposing escarpment of Dodge’s Bluff, Amtrak’s westbound California Zephyr traces the Colorado River in spectacular Ruby Canyon just east of Utaline, Colorado, on June 23, 2021.
The westbound California Zephyr pulls into the tourist town of Glenwood Springs, running about a half hour late. Not visible behind the tree line are three private cars on the rear.