Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site
Pennsylvania
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Free entry
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.
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No entrance fee.
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.
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Things to do
Allegheny Portage Railroad Van Tours
Summer Programs
Evening on the Summit
Guided Hikes
Living History Day
Engine House 6 Exhibit Shelter
Lemon House
Explore the Summit Level Visitor Center
Visitor centers
Summit Level Visitor Center
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