The first big storm of the season hit southern California the day before, but it wasn’t quite cold enough to drop much snow on the San Gabriel Mountains – but a little is better than none. BN... (more)

BNSF's West Colton to Barstow manifest tops Cajon Pass as it passes Summit.

A pleasant surprise arrives, as an early "Daygo" (crew nickname for the San Diego to Barstow freight) arrives on the bluffs. Literally one car length closer, this was in shadow as clouds... (more)

An outbound freight hugs the Del mar bluffs in the late evening.

H-SDGBAR1 prepares to exit the City of Oceanside as they cross the San Luis Rey River and the interlocking at CP-East Brook. Shortly, they'll be inside Camp Pendleton, where they'll work the Pacif... (more)

The outbound H-SDGBAR1 manifest departs San Diego a bit earlier than usual, offering rare good light on the City skyline for this train. Amtrak and Coaster both have reduced their service on the S... (more)

BNSF 3745 south works upgrade at Cable with a general freight in tow.

Working upgrade just west of Bear Valley, BNSF 3745 brings up the rear of a westbound manifest.

BNSF 3745 east works upgrade at the Swarthout Canyon road crossing in the early morning.

A surfer catches some waves at sunset as H-BARSDG arrives in San Clemente with a train bound for San Diego.

Having lead in a QALTSBD a few days earlier, BNSF 3745 has hung around for a few days allowing for a nice photo opportunity at San Bernardino.