Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site - Facilities

Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site by National Parks Service

Open 7 days a week year-round, closed Veterans Day (November 11), Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1, Martin Luther King Jr. Day (3rd Monday in January), Presidents Day (3rd Monday in February).

Park hours can change due to holidays and inclement weather. If traveling a great distance you may want to call the park for operating hours.

Location

Plane

Approximately 2 1/2 hours from Greater Pittsburgh International Airport.

Commuter flights may be available to the Johnstown Municipal Airport (45 minutes away) or the Altoona/Blair County Airport in Martinsburg, PA (45 minutes away)

Car

The park is located just off U.S. 22 approximately 12 miles west of Altoona and 10 miles east of Ebensburg. Take the Gallitzin Exit and follow the signs.

Public Transportation

Amtrack stops in Johnstown and Altoona. There is no public transportation to or within the park.

Available Facilities

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.