Pro tip for camping at Afton Canyon: Even though it seems dry, everything is going to be thoroughly soaked by dawn due to condensation as it cools. So if you are tenting, set things up as if you are going to be in heavy rain.
When you were low on seniority pole Vegas to Yermo was where you worked. After you got more seniority you usually worked Vegas to Milford. More time off Vegas to Milford.
There is a campground in Afton Canyon near one of the rail bridges over the Mojave River. When a train comes through in the dark of night, the locomotive headlights illuminate the canyon walls brilliantly.
Can't get to the mountains out there that the railroads run through but the videos says it all. That's what america is all about the stunning beauty of it all. The running of the trains thru the mountains is awesome. Such a blessing to see that and anywhere else and our great land of America
I SPENT A LOT OF TIME IN AROUND THAT ENTIRE STRETCH OF RR FROM BARSTOW UP AND THRU RAINBOW CANYON. THIS IS THE VERY BEST OF FILMING THAT IVE SEEN !!!!!! 7idea production is super great!! I traveled this route by car , alone. What a thrill. I will buy your production’s FOR SURE!!! THANK YOU Joe Peters sr. 6.16.23.
Been through many times in jeeps and buggies. Camped on a old mine tailings plateau on the north east end that over looks the desert towards the east. Cook a steak and watch trains coming for miles from the east. At night you can see the signal lights for many miles go on and off in sequence as the train heads east.
In the early 70s (we lived in a haunted house) right next to train tracks. I would time my sleeping with the night train(s). It drowned out all the banging/noises in the house, and put me to sleep
I'm from Switzerland and my first time in the US was in 1981/82. We bought a metallic green station wagon in SF and used it to drive across the US. One stop I remember very well was off the Interstate between LA and Las Vegas - Afton Canyon. They had a campground there and we spent two or three nights there being the only guests. I remember the rail line and an Amtrak passenger train that went by. Cute video and a good approach to also show the scenery a bit, not just the trains. It's a wonderful place.
I was an AMT engineer out of LAUPT. I ran the Desert Wind trains, 36/36 LA to Las Vegas. It was the best road job I ever had. It was a fast run LA to Vegas. In October 1988, I got run off the mainline by the 3519 West. He pissed away his air and lost a 12,000 to port ash train going to the Port of Long Beach.The engineer gets me on the radio and wanted to know where I was at. I told him I was at Kelso and she had me lined into the hole at Hayden. He comes back and tells me to "shake it" cause he's not going to make! We got in the clear and here he comes down the mountain, 60/70 mph in emergency, sparks from to back, pinwheels. After that, off to Vegas.
Before the demise of the Wind, I was working in LA and enjoyed an overnight turn on the Wind between Pomona and Milford, UT. Darkness prevented seeing much beyond Las Vegas, but I can say I rode the line that far. Staying awake in Milford for the layover was a bit of a challenge--no coffee shop, no bar, nothing.... Not even a freight to rattle things a little. Oh, but it did snow for about 30 minutes.
@@glennfoster2423 It's to bad you couldn't see anything. The desert has a beauty all its own. South of the main line is the Devil's Playground, at around Sands. It never looks the same day to day. F4 Phantoms from Nellis AFB would buzz the train all the time. They would be about 100-200 yards away at almost train level!, Awesome sight and sound! coming up from behind us, what a treat.
My brother and I used to duck hunt in the area when the rains created a temporary lake nearby. Remember walking under that overhead bridge structure just wasting a good Saturday morning when dad was out in the duck blind. Found a really cool blue crystal that I still have to this day
I enjoyed seeing the old "coded lines" (telegraph lines) as they have almost completely disappeared everywhere else. Perhaps in this very dry location, the poles will take a very long time to rot and so they may survive for a few decades more.
Thanks Dan! By the way, folks, if anyone likes drone footage of trains, Railfan Dan has a ton of great videos right here! www.youtube.com/@TheRailfanDan
yeeeep i was stationed at FT irwin 07-09 worked for Grumman there… that’s the only years i got videos out there…. talk about a base in the middle of nowhere 😅 😎👍
Great Video. I always wondered what the line looked like once it leaves the south side of I-15 west of Zzzyx Rd at Baker. We dont see the tracks again until just south of Vegas near Primm.
Terrific upload! Never saw this canyon before. Great rock formations! Could have shown the river a little more especially for late tuners-in. I'm 79. July 23, 2023. St. Joseph, MO, USA
Another great railfan adventure near here is between Barstow and Amboy, which features the famous Ash Hill and driving historic Route 66 that parallels the BNSF tracks pretty much the entire way. Amboy is home to Amboy Crater and Roy’s Motel & Cafe of Trainz computer fame.
There are many places to film Cima sub if you go off road. For 4WD: the river depth frequently exceeds 24 inches, so other than a few models of jeeps, there arent many stock vehicles which are going to make it across without getting water in the axles. However, a stock 4wd with a high clearance package can take you the whole length of the mojave road on either side of the river as long as you have the right tires. Do not go on the road with ordinary passenger tires! You need a on/off road tread minimum.
I currently use a Sony PXW Z280 for my "A Cam." That video was shot with an older HD version, the X180. Yep! In an age of mirrorless cameras, I still prefer the camcorder.
Yes but not long for the world. Just west of the canyon they were in jumbled up piles. I talked with a UP signal maintainer that said this was the first line on the UP to have CTC.
Yes especially when compared with the BNSF Transcon that was seeing around 80 per day at that time. I think UP was around 12 per day when we were there.
great video ❤❤❤❤
fantastic video superb creation enjoyed
Thank you very much!
Pro tip for camping at Afton Canyon: Even though it seems dry, everything is going to be thoroughly soaked by dawn due to condensation as it cools. So if you are tenting, set things up as if you are going to be in heavy rain.
Wow fantastic editing. Really high end. Keep it up and you’ll hit 1m followers
These videos of the geography out west are absolute gems, and the production is first rate.
Thank you!
When you were low on seniority pole Vegas to Yermo was where you worked. After you got more seniority you usually worked Vegas to Milford. More time off Vegas to Milford.
There is a campground in Afton Canyon near one of the rail bridges over the Mojave River. When a train comes through in the dark of night, the locomotive headlights illuminate the canyon walls brilliantly.
Yes that is the second crossing featured at 7:14. The campground is on the far side of the bridge from this angle.
Can't get to the mountains out there that the railroads run through but the videos says it all. That's what america is all about the stunning beauty of it all. The running of the trains thru the mountains is awesome. Such a blessing to see that and anywhere else and our great land of America
That's a big perk and reason for why I do what I do. Thank you for taking time to watch these videos!!!
I SPENT A LOT OF TIME IN AROUND THAT ENTIRE STRETCH OF RR FROM BARSTOW UP AND THRU RAINBOW CANYON. THIS IS THE VERY BEST OF FILMING THAT IVE SEEN !!!!!! 7idea production is super great!! I traveled this route by car , alone. What a thrill. I will buy your production’s FOR SURE!!! THANK YOU Joe Peters sr. 6.16.23.
Thank you very much!
Stunning desert images combined with terrific rail footage. Great vidieo. Outstanding.
Been through many times in jeeps and buggies. Camped on a old mine tailings plateau on the north east end that over looks the desert towards the east. Cook a steak and watch trains coming for miles from the east. At night you can see the signal lights for many miles go on and off in sequence as the train heads east.
Awesome job and love the different vantage points you provide!
7...sweet thank you. This and skykomish in the snow
You're welcome!
In the early 70s (we lived in a haunted house) right next to train tracks. I would time my sleeping with the night train(s). It drowned out all the banging/noises in the house, and put me to sleep
A visually stunning production. The stretch of railroad between Yermo and Modena, Utah is the most amazing desert railroad you'll find anywhere.
Thank you very much! I agree on the scenery. That's the best part of the old LA&SL line.
@@7ideaproductions 😊h
The whole area is magnificent. Cajon Summit to Needles and Barstow to Las Vegas is extraordinary. 😊
among the most professional railfanning I've ever seen
Thank you very much!
Great footage! The Cima Sub is my favorite!
Thank you!
Magnificent canyon, with the erosion the mountains transform into a colorful cathedral, 17:33, 17:39, 17:47 and 19:23.
Greetings from Switzerland
Beautiful location and, fantastic video! Thank you for sharing us! 🎉👍
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks!
@@7ideaproductions Your welcome and, I'm your new sub! By the way I'm David and, deaf!
Great video with terrific scenery.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the program.
great footage and great commentary!
What a great video!🙂🙂
I'm from Switzerland and my first time in the US was in 1981/82. We bought a metallic green station wagon in SF and used it to drive across the US. One stop I remember very well was off the Interstate between LA and Las Vegas - Afton Canyon. They had a campground there and we spent two or three nights there being the only guests. I remember the rail line and an Amtrak passenger train that went by. Cute video and a good approach to also show the scenery a bit, not just the trains. It's a wonderful place.
Fantastic video and catches plus the added commentary once again. Enjoyed watching and have a wonderful rest of your Tuesday.(Steve)
Thanks! You too Steve!
@@7ideaproductions Your welcome and thank you also.
Beautiful imagery and narration, the best on TH-cam.
Great photography of rarely-seen desert railroading.
Always great videos.
I was an AMT engineer out of LAUPT. I ran the Desert Wind trains, 36/36 LA to Las Vegas. It was the best road job I ever had. It was a fast run LA to Vegas. In October 1988, I got run off the mainline by the 3519 West. He pissed away his air and lost a 12,000 to port ash train going to the Port of Long Beach.The engineer gets me on the radio and wanted to know where I was at. I told him I was at Kelso and she had me lined into the hole at Hayden. He comes back and tells me to "shake it" cause he's not going to make! We got in the clear and here he comes down the mountain, 60/70 mph in emergency, sparks from to back, pinwheels. After that, off to Vegas.
Before the demise of the Wind, I was working in LA and enjoyed an overnight turn on the Wind between Pomona and Milford, UT. Darkness prevented seeing much beyond Las Vegas, but I can say I rode the line that far. Staying awake in Milford for the layover was a bit of a challenge--no coffee shop, no bar, nothing.... Not even a freight to rattle things a little. Oh, but it did snow for about 30 minutes.
@@glennfoster2423 It's to bad you couldn't see anything. The desert has a beauty all its own. South of the main line is the Devil's Playground, at around Sands. It never looks the same day to day. F4 Phantoms from Nellis AFB would buzz the train all the time. They would be about 100-200 yards away at almost train level!, Awesome sight and sound! coming up from behind us, what a treat.
Great catches! I enjoy watching UP videos!
Well made and enjoyable video. Thank you!
Well filmed. Beautiful scenery.
Thanks Bob! Filming in the canyon was a great experience.
I love all your videos and every one I see, I’m ready to buy a ticket to go there 😊
Thank you very much!
From Deb…Absolutely stunning! I love this country. Thanks for this gorgeous video.
Thank you for watching and taking time to comment!
My brother and I used to duck hunt in the area when the rains created a temporary lake nearby. Remember walking under that overhead bridge structure just wasting a good Saturday morning when dad was out in the duck blind. Found a really cool blue crystal that I still have to this day
Great video, great scenery, great commentary! thanks and best wishes!
Thank you!
Thanks for the content; great work and love that part of the country!
Great video 📹.
Thank you!
Great work!!!
Thank you!
Thanks for sharing your great videos! Love the UNION PACIFIC!!!!
Thank you for watching!
Hope you do some railfaning in CSX Territory like on the old L&N Henderson Sub division between Nashville, TN to Evansville, IN.
Some of those shots were so perfect I thought I was watching a video game demo
I enjoyed seeing the old "coded lines" (telegraph lines) as they have almost completely disappeared everywhere else. Perhaps in this very dry location, the poles will take a very long time to rot and so they may survive for a few decades more.
Que buenos videos amigos, qué calidad. Saludos desde Sayula, Jalisco, México 🇲🇽
Great stuff! Glad you could make it out here to get some of the action.
Thanks Dan! By the way, folks, if anyone likes drone footage of trains, Railfan Dan has a ton of great videos right here! www.youtube.com/@TheRailfanDan
@@7ideaproductions Thank you so much Aaron!! 😀
Excelent photography and narrations! I enjoyed this a lot. Great job!
Thank you very much!
Great video
Thank you!
Great video!
Excellent Video!!
Thank you!
yeeeep i was stationed at FT irwin 07-09 worked for Grumman there… that’s the only years i got videos out there…. talk about a base in the middle of nowhere 😅 😎👍
Great Video. I always wondered what the line looked like once it leaves the south side of I-15 west of Zzzyx Rd at Baker. We dont see the tracks again until just south of Vegas near Primm.
Well filmed. Beautiful scenery.. Muito bom belíssimo trabalho.
Thank you very much!
Gotta love all the chemicals in the sky
Good video, like.
ah beautiful video.
17:44 favorite shot
Thank you!
Magnificent :)
Very Nice Video 👍
Thank you!
Terrific upload! Never saw this canyon before. Great rock formations! Could have shown the river a little more especially for late tuners-in. I'm 79. July 23, 2023. St. Joseph, MO, USA
patched a coal train once in Kelso and took it back to Yermo, the best scenery by far of any route in the socal deserts.
Another great railfan adventure near here is between Barstow and Amboy, which features the famous Ash Hill and driving historic Route 66 that parallels the BNSF tracks pretty much the entire way. Amboy is home to Amboy Crater and Roy’s Motel & Cafe of Trainz computer fame.
We will be featuring that soon!
I've noticed in this video that on two occasions, the UP signals take a bit to drop. Is that a UP thing? Or something else?
I have noticed that too. I am wondering if that has to do with lag time of the PTC system? Just a guess.
@7idea Productions Interesting. I'd kinda wondered if that was it. I live in CSX territory, and they drop a lot quicker.
There are many places to film Cima sub if you go off road.
For 4WD: the river depth frequently exceeds 24 inches, so other than a few models of jeeps, there arent many stock vehicles which are going to make it across without getting water in the axles. However, a stock 4wd with a high clearance package can take you the whole length of the mojave road on either side of the river as long as you have the right tires. Do not go on the road with ordinary passenger tires! You need a on/off road tread minimum.
Will you be filming Union Pacific Big Boy #4014 on it's West Coast Steam Tour when it tours the PNW states.
Does anyone here find desert country beautiful? My relatives think it is ugly. Not me.
MANZARALAR HARİKA!
Muito bom belíssimo trabalho
Excellent video, beautiful scenery. How they manage to keep those rails so perfect 12:03 even in such extreme weather?
Thank you for commenting!
Regular maintenance is key here in the canyon. The slow order I mention in the program was due to ongoing track work.
@@7ideaproductions 👍👍👍
Love the fema boxcars
What camera do you use
I currently use a Sony PXW Z280 for my "A Cam." That video was shot with an older HD version, the X180. Yep! In an age of mirrorless cameras, I still prefer the camcorder.
The picture on this channel's main page is of me in the canyon with the X180 and stereo shotgun inside a Rhode Blimp.
HUGE moon. Scary moon!!
Also the north of the border has beautiful country
I like train videos on TH-cam 👍
I wonder if Dragon Rock is still there?
Never heard anyone call them the "Caddy" Mountains. Is there a golf course out there I didnt know about?
Is it usual to see Eastern motive power (CSX and NS) out west? Also...this is beautifully shot and edited.
Yes it is quite common.
Is there any trains run threw blythe ca
What made you decide to use "lunar" as a noun? It's an adjective.
Is there a webcam at Afton canyon or Dagget?
What are the chances you’ll do BNSF’s Angora Sub? There’s some AMAZING rolling hills between Sterling and Bridgeport
Great work. I always need to know what year railroad films were shot. What year was this video made?
This was shot in 2018.
SEMA ? Or could it be Cima ?
*Code lines in the 21st century?!*
Yes but not long for the world. Just west of the canyon they were in jumbled up piles.
I talked with a UP signal maintainer that said this was the first line on the UP to have CTC.
The dog toys are on their way!!!
Coal, did I hear you Coal?
CIMA not SEMA
I didn't realize I was saying it wrong. That is how I have always heard it so I assumed it was correct.
@@7ideaproductions it's pronounced SEE-MA, but spelled Cima. Beautiful videos. I live in Las Vegas.
@@wicky201 OK so we were saying it right after all. Thanks.
Must be annoying to be woken up by a train horn at 6 AM every morning. Those houses right next to the rails are at point blank to the sound
King train
The world sure is over populated
Nice show, but with those awefull chemtrail being sprayed up there....
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I understand the line,LA,SALTLAKE is lightly trafficked!
Yes especially when compared with the BNSF Transcon that was seeing around 80 per day at that time. I think UP was around 12 per day when we were there.
BNSF doesnt belong there.
Ukrain relief.
Do I see pole lines still in service? that is unusual
Yes but they were not long for the world when I shot this in 2018.
Fantastic video!!
Awesome video