The Sunset Route: Union Pacific's Scenic Mainline Through the Southwestern Desert

In this video, we will explore one of Union Pacific's most important freight corridor's and one of the most scenic in the United States: The Sunset Route through Southern California and Arizona. From the banks of the Salton Sea to the Catci of the Sonoran Desert, the former Southern Pacific Route serves as a vital link between Los Angeles and the Southeast, and is one of UP's busiest routes. Join us as we drive through the American Southwest, following the rail line that first brought American civilization to this unforgiving region. Subdivision(s): Union Pacific Yuma Subdivision Union Pacific Gila Subdivision Thanks For Watching & Enjoy! (c)2025 River Line Productions All Rights Reserved