The descent offers scenic perspectives of the Mississippi River valley and the lush greenery of the surrounding central Minnesota landscape.
The left side offers a front-row seat to the vivid colors of the Painted Desert and the transition from the rugged Southwestern high desert to the sweeping formations of the Great Plains.
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the departure from Chicago, a direct view of the Mississippi River crossing, and the best chance to see the Twin Cities skyline during the descent into St. Cloud.