UP's famous Overland Mail North makes good time along the Columbia River near Viento State Park, Oregon on September 16, 1979 powered by its typical Centennial-Fast Forty-Centennial trio. This was CNW-UP's answer to BN's Pacific Zip, train 3 between Chicago-Seattle/Portland.
The famed natural aspect of the Pacific Northwest has drawn tourists and railfans alike from all over the world. This photo compilation showcases the sections where rails meet water between Washougal, WA/Troutdale, OR and Plymouth, WA/Boardman, OR.
