CanadaHigh MountainsGlaciersCanyonsRivers

Modeling Canadian Rockies

Spectacular mountain scenery with spiral tunnels, snowsheds, and glacier-fed rivers. The Canadian Pacific and Canadian National conquered some of the world's most challenging terrain.

Alpine with heavy snowfall3 Railroads4 Industries

Railroads

Major railroads operating in Canadian Rockies

Canadian PacificCanadian NationalBC Rail

Industries

Key industries for freight traffic and scenery

Tourism

Coal

Grain

Forest Products

Modeling Tips

Expert recommendations for authentic Canadian Rockies scenery

1
Model the famous spiral tunnels for dramatic scenes
2
Include snowsheds protecting against avalanches
3
Add turquoise glacial lakes and rivers
4
Model Canadian-style equipment and practices
5
Include grain unit trains on mountain grades

Signature Scenery Features

Distinctive elements that define Canadian Rockies layouts

Spiral tunnels

Glacial lakes

Snowsheds

Mountain lodges

Douglas fir forests

Era Highlights

Historical periods and their modeling characteristics

Steam Era

Selkirk and Royal Hudson locomotives

1970s-1980s

VIA Rail passenger service

Modern

Grain and intermodal unit trains

Quick Facts

Country

Canada

Climate

Alpine with heavy snowfall

Terrain Types

High MountainsGlaciersCanyonsRivers

Primary Industries

Tourism, Coal, Grain

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