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.
What you’ll hear
16 places to explore in this park.
- Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site Flag Pole
- Allegheny Portage Railroad Picnic Area
- Engine House No. 6 Exhibit Shelter
- Incline #6 Overlook
- Lemon House
- Lemon House Bar-room
- Lemon House Dining Room
- Lemon House Fancy Parlor
- Skew Arch Bridge
- Staple Bend Tunnel
- Staple Bend Tunnel Culverts
- Staple Bend Tunnel Trailhead
- Staple Bend Tunnel Trail, Stone Sleepers
- Stone Quarry
- Summit Level Visitor Center
- Trailhead for the Inclines 6 to 10 Trail
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