IAD → LGB

St. Louis Gateway Arch

The tiny silver sliver of the Gateway Arch is often visible on the horizon while crossing the Mississippi.

Southern Rocky Mountains

The jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Colorado and New Mexico ranges dominate the view for a significant portion of the flight.

Grand Canyon National Park

The most spectacular view of the trip, offering a vast perspective of the canyon's scale and the Colorado River.

Las Vegas Strip

The high-rise resorts and unique architecture of the Mojave's neon oasis are clearly visible before the descent begins.

Mount Wilson Observatory

Look for the white domes of the observatory atop the San Gabriel Mountains during the final approach into Long Beach.

Blue Ridge Mountains

Dense forest and rolling peaks of the Appalachian range visible shortly after takeoff from Dulles.

Mississippi River

The winding 'Mighty Mississippi' is a major landmark visible as the flight crosses the center of the country.

Painted Desert

Vibrant, multicolored sedimentary layers of the Arizona desert visible south of the flight path.

San Bernardino Mountains

Dramatic high-altitude peaks that guard the eastern entrance to the Los Angeles basin.

Disneyland Resort

During the final descent into LGB, the Matterhorn and Pixar Pal-A-Round wheel are often visible in nearby Anaheim.