I think it's best to consider a conceptual track plan in conjunction with the scenery and terrain that you want on the layout - hills, valleys, rivers, towns, bridges, tunnels and yards as well as any structures that you must have - including stations, control towers, water tanks, etc. I suggest that you begin by sketching these features and an approximate track plan on a piece of paper. Then refine your concept. When you have a clear idea of how the layout might look, you can better define the exact track plan and track pieces required either by making an accurate drawing on paper or on computer software.
MELGAR
