Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site - Pennsylvania


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Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site
Photo of Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site courtesy NPS

The Allegheny Portage Railroad was the first railroad constructed over the Allegheny Mountains. This inclined plane railroad operated between 1834-1854 and was considered a technological wonder in its day and played a critical role in opening the interior of the United States to trade and settlement.

Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site is located in southwestern Pennsylvania approximately 12 miles west of Altoona. Today's park covers 1249 acres. The main unit contains the Summit Level Visitor Center, the historic Lemon House, Engine House #6 Exhibit Shelter, the Skew Arch Bridge, picnic area and hiking trails. The Staple Bend Tunnel unit is located approximately 4 miles east of Johnstown, PA.

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Facilities available at Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site:



Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site website
Recreation Area Map
Park Email: ALPO_Superintendent@nps.gov

Phone numbers
Visitor Information 814-886-6150
Headquarters 814-886-6100
Pennsylvania Telecommunications Relay Service (TTY) 800-654-5984

Address
110 Federal Park Road
Gallitzin, PA 16641