Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site

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Engine House and tavern

About Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site

The first railroad to cross the Allegheny Mountains, the Allegheny Portage Railroad was the final piece of the Pennsylvania Main Line Canal. "The Portage" opened in 1834, marking the first time that there was one, direct route between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. All things to all people, it served merchants, passengers, slaves in pursuit of freedom, and soldiers from the Mexican War.

Quick Facts

State Pennsylvania
Designation National Historic Site
State Code PA
Weather The park is located in Cambria County, PA, and is at the summit of the Allegheny Mountains. Therefore, the park often takes on winter extremes. If planning on traveling from…

Operating Hours

The Visitor Center, Engine House No. 6 Exhibit Shelter and the Lemon House are closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Buildings are open Fridays through Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Park grounds and trails are open daily from sunrise to sunset, weather permitting. Park buildings are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Times listed in "All Park Hours" reflect building operations.

Wednesday Closed
Monday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday Closed
Sunday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Activities

Arts and Culture Cultural Demonstrations Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Hiking Living History Historic Weapons Demonstration First Person Interpretation Junior Ranger Program Park Film Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store

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