Across the Utah Desert [Union Pacific's Green River Sub]

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Published 2023-11-17
Taken from our 2013 DVD release, explore this remote and beautiful railroad main line framed by the majestic Book Cliffs between Grand Junction, Colorado and Helper, Utah.
Hike into Ruby Canyon and see Amtrak's California Zephyr rolling beneath giant sandstone cliffs. Watch heavy Union Pacific coal trains climbing the grade at Thompson Cut. The scenic highlight of the route is the thirty-seven mile Cane Creek Branch near Moab that twists and winds between Arches and Canyonlands National Park.

This program is available on DVD, Blu-ray, and Vimeo on Demand by visiting 7ideaproductions.com.
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0:00 Intro
2:29 Map
4:29 Grand Junction
12:07 Fruita
13:55 Mack
15:58 Ruby Canyon
27:13 Utahline
32:19 Cisco
36:00 Elba
40:23 Thompson Cut
45:30 Thompson Springs
47:10 Cane Creek Branch
1:10:53 Brendel
1:11:57 Floy
1:13:47 Solitude
1:20:30 Green River
1:25:04 Desert
1:26:58 Vista
1:31:17 Woodside
1:32:09 Cedar
1:36:36 Mounds
1:38:36 Sunnyside Branch
1:47:41 Wash
1:49:31 Castle Valley
1:50:35 Savage Coal
1:53:36 Maxwell
1:55:56 Helper

All Comments (21)
  • @Pickendi
    For me, 7idea has one of the best voice over's compared to other rail productions I watch.
  • @Steezicus
    I used to be an engineer and did this run. I would say it was my overall favorite because the run wasn't too long and there weren't too many long speed restrictions like going into Denver. Worked in Wyoming, South Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado and Utah. My next favorite was working out of the mines in Gillette. Usually quick runs is why I liked it.
  • @rogertemple7193
    This train goes through the most beautiful countryside of Utah and has the most amazing scenery in the world Thanks for sharing it here Thank You.๐Ÿค ๐Ÿš‚๐Ÿšƒ๐Ÿšƒ๐Ÿšƒ๐Ÿšƒ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฒ
  • @brianw338
    Absolutely phenomenal. Great filming and narration. As a retired hogger I approve this video. Thank you 7 Idea
  • @oblio10
    Thank you 7idea Productions! This is so great!
  • The Green River Sub is one of my favorites every time I come home from Arizona I catch the Potash Local and the Uranium Train on the Cane Branch headed back to the main line. The highlight of this program is Helper itself. Next time in the live stream we will visit Helper again as we head to Soldier Summit and the heart of the Rio Grande.
  • @trainzz58
    That blue excavator that was parked next to the tracks on a cane creek branch is one of my works excavators. Started there in 2006 and I still work there. Shout out to Jones Excavating!
  • @jazzridez
    What a beautiful ride. It's almost like when I used to jump trains for travel to see my friends.
  • @bobmoseley4978
    As a "seasoned" rider (I'm from the UK) of the Zephyr, typically between Emeryville and Denver, I have found your video productions of this route really helpful, this one in particular. Seeing the route from outside the train gives it a totally different perspective. One of my favourite rides was in January 2010 when the whole desert was covered in snow.
  • @asullivan4047
    Interesting/informative/entertaining. Excellent photography job/detailed train maps. Enabling viewers to better understand what the orator is describing. Nice to make mention of the " KING " ๐Ÿคด of the train robbers icon, " Butch Cassidy ". He met numerous engineers/conductors/express car guards. June 2nd 1899 he met express car guard " Charles Woodcock " then rode off with a $50K haul๐Ÿ’ฐ๐Ÿ˜ฒ. Remember the " Singing Break man ". Jimmie Rogers-?๐Ÿค” A genuine break man till changing careers to become a singing entertainer๐ŸŽธ๐ŸŽถ ( 1926 thru 1933 ). Classic song " Break mans blues "๐Ÿ˜ญ. Viewing this presentation from the safe zone of my computer room. Along the " Space Coast " ๐Ÿš€ of Florida๐ŸŠ๐ŸŠ. Late in the evening๐ŸŒ› I faintly hear the train whistle a few miles away. A very soothing/relaxing sound๐Ÿ˜‰. Wishing viewers/R.R. employees a safe/healthy/prosperous ( 2024 ) ๐ŸŒˆ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ˜‰.
  • @natgass8102
    I must say not only are your videos A+ productions filled with tons of history and information but also with drop dead gorgeous locations that you have gone way out of your way to get marvelous shots filmed over a period of time, very impressive!
  • @robingilmore1444
    Man,it was sad to see the abandoned towns on the devil's highway. When I was trucking in the 80s they were thriving comuntiys. I wonder what Cortez Colo. Looks like. Thank you very much.
  • @robertemmons2260
    I've watched many of these videos from 7idea Productions, bur this one was more heart-felt for me because of the familiar area. I use to live in Grand Junction and Fruita until 20 years ago when I had moved up to Vernal. I head south on short vacation trips quite often, and I follow or cross this line. This area of the State is truly beautiful.
  • @BurritoFarmer46
    Look forward to seeing your UP Idaho material. Love these obscure mainlines overlooked by most fans
  • @royzug2847
    Absolutely breathtaking scenery and great narration. Thanks for all the work you put into it.
  • @brentritchie6199
    What wonderfully clear video and such excellent commentary thank you