A southbound loaded coal leaves the shoreline of Turnagain and turns inland for a bit at Girdwood. The recent snowfall has allowed for a picture in an area that normally isn't quite as photogenic.

The last northbound train of lumber off the barge in Seward passes beneath the Chugach Mountains on a stunningly beautiful March afternoon. The last week or so have been absolutely beautiful and I... (more)

An extra Anchorage to Whittier train was southbound near Girdwood

A high pressure system afforded clear skies and the Alaska Railroad had a southbound train to Seward to run all in the same day. Train 110S is headed to Seward with empty flats for the lumber ship... (more)

After following the charter as far as Portage I was fortunate and was able to pick up a northbound freight just out of Whittier for the journey north. Seen here with three GP40-2s crossing Glacier... (more)

ARR 4322 powers the Coastal Classic headed for Anchorage just south of Virgin Creek on another gorgeous Alaska evening.

A southbound freight crosses the placid waters of Glacier Creek. I can't ever recall seeing this stream so smooth, makes for a very nice reflection.

A Seward bound freight rounds the curve through scenic Girdwood on what would ultimately be a good day of photography.

On an unusual train day on the Alaska Railroad the third train of a three train fleet is just south of Indian when the sun shines through a sucker hole a provides a momentary bit of sunshine.

It has been a pretty bleak winter in Alaska, especially when you combine bleak weather with few trains. In fact until I took this photo I hadn't taken a photo in Alaska since sometime in November ... (more)

Alaska Railroad's daily train (Glacier Discovery) from Anchorage to Whittier is about to make a station stop at Girdwood on June 27, 2005. The train's passenger car windows are hand washed every ... (more)

ARR 4009 brings up the rear on a 70-car coal train as it heads south near Girdwood. The 7 SD70MACs will be put to the test as the train assaults the 3% grade a little farther down the line.

A northbound freight bound for Anchorage rolls through Girdwood and the Chugach Mountains. The winter time provides great photo opportunities for those willing to get out and explore.

A southbound Whittier freight heads into Girdwood on an unusually warm February afternoon in the 49th state.

A northbound hi-wide special heads toward Anchorage along the Seward Highway with the Chugach Mountains imposing in the background.