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This rural, spiraling railroad loop first connected the Bay Area with LA

Tehachapi Loop, an engineering marvel, facilitates freight trains, offering a unique visual experience despite the absence of regular passenger trains.
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When a Deadly Winter Storm Trapped a Luxury Passenger Train Near the Donner Pass for Three Days

The City of San Francisco train became trapped in a blizzard in January 1952, leading to a dramatic three-day entrapment of passengers.

52 hours aboard the California Zephyr, the longest train ride in the US

Amtrak's California Zephyr, a stunning journey through America, creates lasting connections and scenic experiences for travelers and conductors alike.

When a Deadly Winter Storm Trapped a Luxury Passenger Train Near the Donner Pass for Three Days

The City of San Francisco train became trapped in a blizzard in January 1952, leading to a dramatic three-day entrapment of passengers.

52 hours aboard the California Zephyr, the longest train ride in the US

Amtrak's California Zephyr, a stunning journey through America, creates lasting connections and scenic experiences for travelers and conductors alike.
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Weekend getaway: A Gold Rush-inspired jaunt to the Sierra foothills

Jamestown and nearby parks offer a glimpse into California's 19th-century Gold Rush and railroad history.

Great Redwood Trail Proposal Unearths Painful History for Indigenous Tribes | KQED

The construction of the Northwestern Pacific railroad faced immense challenges due to the unstable terrain, which continues to impact the environment today.
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