The scenic views from the Sightseer Lounge on Amtrak’s California Zephyr between Denver, Colorado and Emeryville, California, said to be one of the most scenic train routes in the United States.
What a view!
What a way to enjoy non-stop scenic views of the western United States, while relaxing in the popular domed Sightseer Lounge.
Last summer we traveled in a sleeper car for the 33-hour ride on the California Zephyr, enjoying diverse scenic views of Colorado, Utah and California. See a another view from the Zephyr here.
Parade magazine, March 28, 2010-America’s Greatest Train Rides. Cover photo of an Amtrak train, The California Zephyr crossing Yuba Gap, California.
We also have enjoyed the scenery on Amtrak’s Coast Starlight train from Oakland, California to Seattle, Washington.
Are you a Amtrak fan? What’s your favorite route? Share in comments below.
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