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Amtrak Cascades, ‘one of the most scenic train rides,' unveils new look for 2026

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Amtrak Cascades will see a major upgrade next year. recently unveiled new 'Northwest-styled' trains joining the Amtrak Cascades route spanning Vancouver, British Columbia; Seattle Washington; and Portland, Oregon in the summer of 2026. The new trains will feature the signature Amtrak Cascades evergreen, cream and mocha color scheme with graphics of the Cascade mountain range on each car, according to Amtrak. 15 Oregon food carts are among the nation's best, according to Yelp Amtrak says the new trains 'will revolutionize the Amtrak Cascades experience,' with panoramic windows and additional table seating to enjoy 'some of the most scenic landscapes in the world.' Additionally, each train will seat more than 300 passengers, who can also enjoy the redesigned café car with Pacific Northwest foods, beer, wine and spirits. The new fleet will also be more fuel efficient and will produce less air pollution, Amtrak said. The exact release dates for the train launch have not been released, however, Amtrak noted the trains will be released over a period of several months. Travel + Leisure highlighted the upgrade in a June 23 article, explaining, 'Amtrak is keeping the existing green and maroon color scheme and images of local landmarks on the train's livery. The train will have special graphics of both Mount Rainier and Mount Hood, both of which the train passes on its journey.' The route was also named among the most scenic in America by Visit USA Parks, saying the route is 'complete with breathtaking views of the Cascade Range, Puget Sound, and lush forests of Oregon and Washington. This convenient and scenic way to explore the region's natural beauty and vibrant urban centers means travelers can enjoy the best of both worlds when it comes to lively gateway communities and wondrous natural beauty that surrounds them.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.