Engine House 6 Exhibit Shelter and the Lemon House at the Summit Level of the Allegheny Portage Railroad.
Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site
National Historic Site · PA
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.
Park report
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesStaple Bend Tunnel Closure
Hours Exceptions
NoteThanksgiving Closure; Christmas Day Closure; New Year's Day Closure
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available13 activities
Park Name
InfoAllegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site
Designation
InfoNational Historic Site
State(s)
InfoPA
Phone
Info8148866150
alpo_interpretation@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe 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.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Summit Level Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Activity: Arts and Culture
InfoAvailable
Activity: Cultural Demonstrations
InfoAvailable
Activity: Guided Tours
InfoAvailable
Activity: Self-Guided Tours - Walking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Hiking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Living History
InfoAvailable
Activity: Historic Weapons Demonstration
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Activity: First Person Interpretation
InfoAvailable
Activity: Junior Ranger Program
InfoAvailable
Activity: Park Film
InfoAvailable
Activity: Museum Exhibits
InfoAvailable
Activity: Shopping
InfoAvailable
Activity: Bookstore and Park Store
InfoAvailable
Theme: Architecture and Building
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Theme: African American Heritage
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Theme: Commerce
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Theme: Trade
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Theme: Engineering
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Theme: Industry
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Theme: Logging and Timber Cutting
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Theme: Laborer and Worker
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Weather Info
InfoThe park is located in Cambria County, PA, and is at the summit of the Allegheny Mountains. Therefore, the park often takes on winter extremes. If planning on traveling from a long distance, please co
Getting There
InfoThe park is located just off U.S. Route 22 approximately 12 miles west of Altoona and 10 miles east of Ebensburg. Take the Gallitzin Exit and turn right, following the signs. Visitors prior to 1992 ac
GPS Coordinates
Info40.4298° N, -78.5743° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website