The Incredible History of Allegheny Portage Railroad

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Published 2024-01-07
The Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site is a must see for every Pennsylvanian and for those who are interested in the early days of the transportation industry. The Historic site features three distinct transportation forerunners of today's limited access highways.

First you'll learn about how the Pennsylvania Mainline Canal tackled the 2300 foot obstacle known as the Allegheny Mountains. It's hard to run a canal uphill, but they figured it out.

Next you'll visit the engine house that made pulling canal boats out of the water and up a series of inclines possible.

You'll visit one of the oldest bridges in Pennsylvania and learn how it has remained at an intersection of major highway arteries and finally you'll visit a tavern that was open for the travelers.

All of this plus a visitors center is what you'll find at the Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site. The best part, because it's part of the national park system, it's completely free!

Plan your escape this weekend, they're open year-round.
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