Southern California Railroading circa 1998.

In the heart of the Cajon Pass, a captivating scene unfolded as a diverse array of locomotives converged on the tracks. The tracks wound through Blue Cut-a narrow gorge carved by Cajon Creek. Here, the iron horses faced their ultimate test: the steep grades. Engineers gripped their throttles, eyes fixed on the descent. Beyond Blue Cut. The old Cajon Station as the sun dipped below the peaks, the locomotives rumbled past, their exhausts painting the air with diesel. The rails trembled, echoing the spirit of adventure.