Very Scenic Oregon Trunk Drone Chase BNSF Grain Train 6/10/2018

This is my favorite sequence of a chase to film.
A BNSF grainer is seen in numerous locations throughout the Oregon Trunk line between Tunnel 2 in the Deschutes River Canyon and the Crooked River Gorge North of Redmond.
Locations are:
-Deschutes River Canyon/ Tunnel 2
-Trout Creek Ranch
-Tunnel 5
-Madras
-Crooked River Gorge
A bit longer video but it really shows off some of the best spots on this line. It's in my top 3 no question.
All footage taken from a DJI Phantom 4
Music by If These Trees Could Talk and all rights are reserved to If These Trees Could Talk. I do not claim to own any rights and give If These Trees Could Talk full credit as such.
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[@sonnypruitt6639]

This is by far the most realistic and detailed HO train layout I have ever seen!

[@cs5250]

The Deschutes river is so beautiful. I got to drive that one while traveling for work and I couldn't believe it. Makes me want to move to Oregon

[@dave3216]

That was an award winning video. One of the best I've seen. 👍👍👍👍

[@adetus]

Hello from Germany. This was one of the best vid I see on KZbin. Thumbs up !!!!! I add it to my favorite list .

[@VidsPhone]

What is it about railroads that makes them so acceptable in nature? Even non railfans will usually see beauty in this pairing of technology with the landscape. Like a magnificent bridge across a pristine canyon, the two forms of beauty just seem to compliment each other.

[@J3scribe]

That was epic. The irrigation canal crossing at Madras is a very interesting design.

[@silverfox5319]

Railroading is still the coolest form of transportation to watch. This video is a perfect example of that. Railroads move freight by far and away cheaper than any other form of transportation. Regarding passengers, yes airlines are the fastest and are cheaper than trains. With passenger trains however, the trip is the highlight of your vacation. The views are breathtaking, and best of all you can sit down with family and friends and enjoy a nice meal at the same time. Great video.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks a bunch! I agree with you as well.

[@curtismilke1695]

What could be finer a cool train with the right background music.

[@maximilliancunningham6091]

Stunning ! thanks for sharing.

[@RonStanek]

Serenity Plus.....! Can't help, going back. For more of the Good Stuff! The music always helps!!! ;;;;; ;) Again.....Good Stuff!

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thank you Ron! An oldie but a goodie.

[@gabrielacosta6162]

Me gustan mucho sus vídeos siempre me an gustado los ferrocarriles

[@f5guy102]

Nicely done! Those drones are a real game changer for the action shooter. They could be the one thing that gets me interested in railfanning again!

[@dsmavis]

Simply stunning! The best of two worlds... Aerial drone videography and rail-fanning. I subscribed and look forward to more!

[@TheRailfanDan]

dsmavis Thanks a lot!

[@Oregontrailblazin]

If These Trees Could Talk .is one of my favs too ! Awesome run !

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks Becky! I really like these songs from them!

[@Armuotas]

8:15 and 10:50 are just beatiful! Aerial chase scenes where the subject has a fixed position on the screen are my weakness, and boy, my heart is melting from this one!

[@leshingouz3134]

I am absolutely fascinated by your videos, they make me dream and travel, thank you for your really exceptional work

[@FishplateFilms]

Excellent work again Dan! Always a pleasure to watch. Cheers, Gregg.

[@tidzaboy]

Stunning Dan! Drone footage like this, makes you realise (from over here in the UK ), just how huge these American freight trains are.... fixed footage from the lineside is ok, but when you see it all in 3D like this, it just brings it home much more.... Brill !

[@WashingtonDistrictRailfan]

Stunning video as always

[@boomer8393]

Well done, and the music on this video seemed fitting.

[@tractorsmachinesro1405]

Absolute amazing rail therapy

[@TheRailfanDan]

Well thank you! I still look back on this video as one of my favorites.

[@MotanelulsiPuiuletele]

Amazing! 👍

[@daveskinner5131]

I''ve poked around the OT here and there over the years, including the old line near Madras. But I just wanted to thank you for this and the Washy Line sequence, you've shown me spots that I had no idea existed and I'm honestly disappointed they haven't been photographed by others, at least not to my knowledge. Keep opening those horizons.

[@TheRailfanDan]

I loved the Trunk. The Canyon along the Deschutes on the North end is my favorite piece of railroad anywhere. I know what part of the Washy you're talking about too and that is some extremely rugged terrain! The Pacific Northwest has some absolute fascinating pieces of railroading. I captured some more scenes from the OT about a month ago that I'll be putting up in the next video or two hopefully within a few weeks.

[@daveskinner5131]

I'm sure my KZbin algorithm will pop it right up. You're right about the PNW keeping a lot of "fascinating" secrets. For example, I learned about the Trinidad Loop while riding a gondola at four in the morning. That was before Google Earth, of course. So I'm happy to see droners such as you and Scott Hiddleston putting in the time and effort for this stuff, AND getting great footage.

[@DiamondMaster20]

Amazing! We subbed (#727). Beautiful scenery and shots of the train. Can't wait for your next video.

[@TheRailfanDan]

DiamondMaster2.0 Thanks so much!

[@traingawker2121]

Great shots, you really make the video interesting and have great control of the drone. Very inspirational!

[@rickygarcia7400]

That would such a fun run for the crew.

[@johnfisherjr.5911]

Amazing! Love all your videos.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks so much John!

[@tudieu-qng6817]

So wonderful video my friend! Thank fro sharing!

[@ralfschnippkoweit9596]

Fantastic Scenerie !!!

[@Stefan_Boerjesson]

Incredible scenario and fantastic trains, very well filmed. Time 05:05 and on, what a shot!

[@greghilton7797]

Excellent Dan and great music too. Cheers

[@TheCheapReefer]

Best trip in all of the US if your a hopper/rider 😉 . Followed by the HI Line (yellowstone) and UT Salt lakes

[@jerryhibler7670]

Great drone shots

[@oisiaa]

Love your drone videos! I'm planning on doing some train chasing soon with mine!

[@ricomon35]

@Railfan Dan: At the 11:20 minmark the consist is passing by a wayside park. Can you tell me where that is? I'm pretty sure I've stopped there at sometime. :) Fantastic footage. I applaud your skill at maintaining height and distance from the train, while perfectly (near perfectly? LOL) tracking the consist ! EDIT: Found it. Went Google earth and followed the tracks. Yes, I have been there. :)

[@philipmarq]

Well done plus the choice of music.

[@valc9819]

Amazing video and amazing soundtrack!

[@StormySkyRailProductions]

Very cool and outstanding video enjoyed watching.

[@ferreteriasdelsurestemexic7800]

Simply great video !

[@Kooolram]

Great camera work 👍👍👍

[@tmr626]

Nice video, Dan! That flat area at 8:30 would be great for a home, small park or housing development if more foliage were planted.

[@TedNewkirk]

Stunning!

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks Ted!

[@randysrockandrollrailroad8207]

Beautiful!

[@RonStanek]

Just Awesomeness! Just like Red Bulls got wings.

[@bcr4601]

Solid Richardson grain train from Canada

[@scoobycarr5558]

Wonder where that train is going? Probably West Coast at Oakland

[@iansutton3176]

A great video of a great railway!

[@RTWest-kn5fr]

Ever wonder why there are so many ET visitors seen here? They appreciate nature´s beauty and human´s ingenuity. Let's keep it that way, por favor. RT sends/envía, Colonia Centro Histórico, Puebla, México.

[@dskywalker3397]

The Crooked River Gorge. That's some Oregon right there. Not too far from Smith Rock.

[@Muddywatersist]

Deschutes River the first half

[@deekamg1667]

FANTASTIC...🙂👌🙏

[@YardLimit]

Great job, Dan!

[@FlyinCameras]

Cool video and good music!

[@MainlightDrone]

Amazing video! A little planning goes a long way!

[@abakrem]

Thank You!

[@flying-rhino-drones-on]

great video thanks

[@FlyinCameras]

Aahahhhh Nice planning on flight location for the 1st 4min part.

[@citadinman]

Amazing video! Again!

[@stevepax2809]

great music too

[@JETZcorp]

My dad's lifelong dream is to ride on a flatbed car on this route. Wishram to Madras.

[@patrickhawes5007]

There was another channel that had some equally great content like this but I guess was taken down. All videos pulled, even out of my history. Can’t remember the name of the channel, but like this, was pretty cool stuff. Thanks.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Yeah people keep mentioning that to me... I had seen some of his stuff and he was a skilled flier but I couldn't get passed how overly saturated in color everything was. I think it's best to keep it all as organic as possible. My opinion.

[@patrickhawes5007]

@@TheRailfanDan I subscribed, so keep them coming. Cheers 🍻

[@TheRailfanDan]

@@patrickhawes5007 Awesome thank you for the support! I've got some great things coming up.

[@peppe3553]

very beautiful, congratulation :-)

[@geolograf]

Superb, superb, superb!!!

[@johncermak1328]

great shot!

[@dalewright3667]

Man I like the footahe.I wonder how much turbulence closer to the train for some awesome close ups? it is a drone and should be stable enough in the canyons right? Anyway enjoyed your clip very much. The music was great as well

[@TheRailfanDan]

Yep depending on the drone they're stable between 15-25mph winds and sometimes higher.

[@gurugee2112]

nice flying

[@kamranshabbir6258]

again watching, road ways, waterways, railways together , big big big everyting is big in US

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks so much I'm happy you enjoyed!

[@BaronvonBavert]

wow very nice Video !!

[@argeesart8567]

Great video...Thank you!

[@TheRailfanDan]

Glad you are still enjoying!

[@argeesart8567]

@@TheRailfanDan Yes...I am still enjoying...but I'll have to admit I'm confused...I've only had high praise for your work!

[@TheRailfanDan]

@@argeesart8567 I'm sorry I guess I did word that a bit odd! Should have said something more like glad you're still finding other older videos and enjoying those too! You have indeed been very kind all along! 😊

[@argeesart8567]

@@TheRailfanDan 🙂

[@jujubee463]

This is a really good video. Subscribed.

[@TheRailfanDan]

jujubee463 Thanks so much!

[@PBV1960]

Классное видео! Спасибо.

[@richardvanc3298]

you ever get concerned flying blind backward for long distances ????? power lines crossing the canyons always comes to mind

[@janbalochjanbaloch1240]

I love USA I love bnsf

[@spiritolibero67]

Immagini stupende, complimenti

[@stephensadis8378]

Hi Dan - Love this footage. Would it be possible to license a clip of the footage for a documentary we're producing on James J. Hill and the Great Northern Railway?

[@TheRailfanDan]

Send me an email to [e-mail] and let's talk.

[@Dessme]

Awesome view! Really liked it. This is also the longest train I ever saw. Is the Loco in the front only or in both front and back end?

[@TheRailfanDan]

Thanks! 3 locomotives in front and 3 on the rear here.

[@Dessme]

That is enormous cumulative horse power. I think the Locos are controlled electonically and probably have two drivers at the front only. @@TheRailfanDan

[@asianlevelpersuasion3761]

ok, i don't understand how another train can go the opposite way. Or is there another track for trains that go the other direction?

[@Rizkilfan]

thats a long ass train

[@ruoextraxi]

Hello! would you mind if I used this footage for a project I have? I really only need about a 10 second clip of it but wanted to ask for permission!

[@michaelschafer8278]

It would be nice if the drone was a little lower so the road name on the car could be read for us model railroaders. We model what we see.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Flying forwards that is easy enough but flying backwards I've got to stay high enough to not risk running the drone into a trees or a hill!

[@ninosheroes2393]

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[@likegaston]

I don't see another adjacent track. Can trains go the opposite way on this track? How is that done?

[@TheRailfanDan]

There are certain locations on railroads called sidings where a side track is used so that trains can meet and pass each other to achieve this. Most freight rail lines in the US work that way.

[@likegaston]

@@TheRailfanDan Thanks! I need to study more on these. I'm fascinated by real trains and model ones.

[@franzbrunner499]

at 2:00 the locomotives cross a bridge -can this place be seen from a road, hike lookout, or is it too complicated to access? thanks for info

[@TheRailfanDan]

Oh yes there is a road directly above it on the other side of the river. You can kind of see where it's cut into the side of the hill.

[@franzbrunner499]

@@TheRailfanDan try to google location (not so easy as google isn't rail enthusiast, very difficult to see railway lines) I-84E, 197S to Tygh Valley, join 216 (Sherars Bridge Hwy), then about 3km unnamed road, is that correct?

[@TheRailfanDan]

@@franzbrunner499 Yes correct. To the North of Sherars Falls about the 3km you said is about right. No you're right Google is not railfan friendly!

[@franzbrunner499]

@@TheRailfanDan basic question: is there any book that describes how to get to all these wonderful places? like Greenhorn Trestle

[@TheRailfanDan]

@@franzbrunner499 Not really unfortunately. I know most of them are probably references in several books but I can't think of one book alone that might mention them all.

[@cindypacificrailroad2003]

I'm a fan of unit trains and this video took my breath away. I have occasionally heard of the Oregon Trunk Line, but with your videos, I'm acquiring an appreciation for it. You've gotten another subscriber. Perchance do you know the destination of this train?

[@marioxerxescastelancastro8019]

Annoying music. I want to hear the train.

[@TheRailfanDan]

Drones don't record audio because you would only be able to hear the buzzing of propellers if they did.

[@jerrylawrencedrums8224]

😎