How to take Amtrak to the Winter Park Resort

The Winter Park Resort in Colorado is one of the easiest ski resorts to reach by train. There's a seasonal express train from Denver and year-round access via Amtrak's California Zephyr route from as far away as Chicago and the San Francisco Bay Area. The trains offer a scenic route through the Rocky Mountains and … Continue reading How to take Amtrak to the Winter Park Resort

Top 10 most scenic Amtrak routes

If you're looking for a scenic Amtrak trip, you can choose from many different trains and landscapes across America. There are stunning journeys through mountains, deserts and valleys, plus travel along oceans, lakes and rivers. The most scenic Amtrak routes are somewhat subjective, as your preference for scenery plays a role in what will ultimately … Continue reading Top 10 most scenic Amtrak routes

Empire Builder vs California Zephyr

The Empire Builder and the California Zephyr are two of Amtrak's most popular routes. Both travel in the western half of the United States through the Rocky Mountains. The main difference is that the California Zephyr has more (and better) mountain scenery as it travels through the Colorado Rockies and Sierra Nevada. The Empire Builder, … Continue reading Empire Builder vs California Zephyr

Southwest Chief vs California Zephyr

The Southwest Chief and California Zephyr are two of Amtrak's long-distance routes. Both travel between Chicago and California, but the scenery is very different. The Southwest Chief has more desert landscapes and the California Zephyr has more mountain views. Additionally, the Southwest Chief is a shorter route and starts/ends in Los Angeles while the California … Continue reading Southwest Chief vs California Zephyr

10 best stops on the California Zephyr route

The California Zephyr is one of America’s most scenic train journeys, stretching from Chicago to the San Francisco Bay Area through the Rocky Mountains and the Sierra Nevada. Along the way are memorable stops where you can explore mountain towns, historic cities, hot springs, and outdoor adventures. Below are the best stops on the California … Continue reading 10 best stops on the California Zephyr route