Verde Canyon Railroad, Clarkdale, ArizonaClarkdale, Arizona is 20 minutes outside of Sedona. If you come to visit the infamous ghost town Jerome or stop at Old Town Cottonwood to sample wine or a tasting at a brewery, one popular attraction is to head out into the Sycamore Wilderness Canyon by train. The trestle bridge stops for couples who want to say their marriage vows (Jim and I did this in 2018). It is a unique and relaxing way to see the vast space that North Central Arizona has to offer.
Thanks, Pete. In today’s picture, this is a different trip and we were obviously at the end of the line. People get excited about trestle bridges, although, I can’t fathom why…
I have been excited about some bridges, but maybe not that type. Tower Bridge in London is still the best bridge in the world, as far as I am concerned. 🙂 x
Well each to their own of course. The Tyne and the Sydney bridges were designed by London firm Mott, Hay and Anderson and both were built by Middlesbrough contractors Dorman Long, which went on to become British Steel. Both bridges are said to have been inspired by another, older bridge – New York City’s Hell Gate Bridge, a steel railway bridge crossing the East River, designed by Gustav Lindenthal a Czech emigre to the States. It was completed in 1916, officially opening the following year. I love these architectural connections between nations, beats charming for me 😊 but yeah, Tower Bridge is quite spectacular!
Very nice. We’ve got some incredible trestle bridges up here in Canada. Bet there’s still quite a few in the US too. Unfortunately all of the early trestle bridges were built from wood. Eventually quite a few have burnt down. Lost for good.
I remember your post. 🙂 Yes, you and Alex would love it. I recommend the full moon night trip. 2 hours out the sun sets and lights up the rocks. Then on the way back, it’s dark and the moon and stars are magnificent.
Beautiful shot as always Cindy 🙂 Looking at these photos is like relaxation for the eyes – they take you to some place wonderful 🙂 Anyway, keep up the great work as always 🙂
It’s too modern to be anybody’s choice but the Millau Viaduct, the Viaduc de Millau in south central France is the tallest in the world and is worth a quick google, if I can put it that way. More interesting than bridges though, are the two railway engines pulling all those carriages. Is the second one of them in permanent reverse gear?
Yes. The ride goes 2 hours into the wilderness and arrives at Perkinsville, a hamlet of a place. The engineers switch to the other engine and we head “backwards” to our original destination.
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I well remember your wedding photo on that train. It was a nice shot of you both.
Best wishes, Pete. x
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Thanks, Pete. In today’s picture, this is a different trip and we were obviously at the end of the line. People get excited about trestle bridges, although, I can’t fathom why…
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I have been excited about some bridges, but maybe not that type. Tower Bridge in London is still the best bridge in the world, as far as I am concerned. 🙂 x
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I agree with you! The San Francisco Bridge is pretty impressive. But I love the Tower Bridge. 🙂
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I have seen a lot of bridges, but nothing compares. x
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well duh! you’re forgetting the Tyne Bridge, which is the most best bridge in the world.
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Sydney Bridge is pretty sweet, too!
However, I think the Tower Bridge is the most charming.
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Well each to their own of course. The Tyne and the Sydney bridges were designed by London firm Mott, Hay and Anderson and both were built by Middlesbrough contractors Dorman Long, which went on to become British Steel. Both bridges are said to have been inspired by another, older bridge – New York City’s Hell Gate Bridge, a steel railway bridge crossing the East River, designed by Gustav Lindenthal a Czech emigre to the States. It was completed in 1916, officially opening the following year. I love these architectural connections between nations, beats charming for me 😊 but yeah, Tower Bridge is quite spectacular!
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Holy Cow! I love your knowledge
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No, because it doesn’t lift up and down like Tower Bridge does, and it doesn’t have pretty towers at each end. NER! 🙂
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You can’t beat a scenic railway journey, it’s so much more relaxing than driving. I’m sure I’d enjoy a trip to Old Town Cottonwood.
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When you come to visit, we’ll have a pint together!
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Now that wakes up memories. Mary and I enjoyed our ride on that train ever so much.
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Great! I remember your post about it.
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Hi. Real good photo. What type of camera did you use?
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I have a Canon Sure Shot. 🙂
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I like trestle bridges in movies. There’s always great action scenes involved with them.
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Tis true. Stand by Me. Bridge Over River Kwai. Two Mules for Sister Sara. The Wild Bunch…
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Very nice. We’ve got some incredible trestle bridges up here in Canada. Bet there’s still quite a few in the US too. Unfortunately all of the early trestle bridges were built from wood. Eventually quite a few have burnt down. Lost for good.
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They are unique, that’s for sure.
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It was spectacular view!
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Hi Jen. Thanks, I agree. A special day in more ways than one.
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I visited Jerome and posted a blog about it, but didn’t know about the train – I would have loved that…a magical part of our country!
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I remember your post. 🙂 Yes, you and Alex would love it. I recommend the full moon night trip. 2 hours out the sun sets and lights up the rocks. Then on the way back, it’s dark and the moon and stars are magnificent.
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Fab shot Cindy!
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Ta !
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Excellent shot there Cindy and I enjoyed the comments too.
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Always glad when you stop by to comment, Ian. Thanks!
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Beautiful shot as always Cindy 🙂 Looking at these photos is like relaxation for the eyes – they take you to some place wonderful 🙂 Anyway, keep up the great work as always 🙂
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Hi, John, thank you. It is a fun, relaxing ride.
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Fascinating shot
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Thank you, Derrick.
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It’s too modern to be anybody’s choice but the Millau Viaduct, the Viaduc de Millau in south central France is the tallest in the world and is worth a quick google, if I can put it that way. More interesting than bridges though, are the two railway engines pulling all those carriages. Is the second one of them in permanent reverse gear?
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Yes. The ride goes 2 hours into the wilderness and arrives at Perkinsville, a hamlet of a place. The engineers switch to the other engine and we head “backwards” to our original destination.
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amazing post. thanks for sharing!
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Welcome and thank you!
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haha, Cindy, my better-half wouldn’t get anywhere near that trestle!!
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It is best not to look down. 😁
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Love to travel by train! I used to visit Boston (from Maine) via train. 🙂
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I’ve done that–Maine to Boston to NYC to Philly to DC.
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