UP 1943 running a special out of the Columbia River Gorge.

A little patriotic color for Memorial Day. This is from when UP 4141 toured the UP system following H.W. Bush's funeral.

The UP special rolls into Portland, past the ORHF daylight cars as thunder storms roll along in the distance.

A loaded ethanol train with Jordan DeCloedt at the Helm passes underneath the Lewis and Clark Bridge that crosses the Columbia River. This is a Portland & Western train that is operating on the Fo... (more)

The returning Lake Transfer power passes Central Oregon & Pacific's (CORP) new power. The train will take them to Albina where they will head south to Eugene.

UP 1982 came up on the ZLCTA. When the trailers were broken off with the trailing power, we expected to see 1982 leading the afternoon IBRLC. Unfortunately it did not lead, but here it is passing ... (more)

Former Modoc Northern U-boat 1011 is now seen sporting CCET reporting marks. The locomotive came from the Albina Yard the previous day.

Making good time, this short UP special makes a quick crew change and continues heading south.

Some recently repainted SD60 and SD60M combos bask in the sunlight of Albina Yard.

Two years ago today, 4449 had just completed its legendary secret IMAX run along the BNSF Fallbridge Sub. On a very dreary Friday the 13th, she returns to the Oregon Rail Heritage Center from the ... (more)

A local out of Barnes Yard switches the Kenton Line on Easter Sunday 2020.

For a change of pace, a pair of SD75Ms run the Lake Transfer from Vancouver instead of SD40-2 power. The duo will most likely take a train to Pasco,WA from here, as they are typically based out of... (more)

Saved! SP bay window caboose 4729 has been a longtime fixture at Albina Yard in Portland. The car was gutted early this year of asbestos in preparation for scrapping. Fortunately, it was purchased... (more)

The "other" P&W, Central Oregon & Pacific's (CORP) recently acquired SD70M-2s sit in Lake Yard after coming from the Buffalo & Pittsburgh Railroad. These units are now in the "other... (more)

UP 1995 departs Vancouver after waiting for a NB BNSF Q train. The Lake Transfer passes at the left.