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Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic SiteRangers and Volunteers at Allegheny Portage Railroad
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Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site
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You can enjoy a variety of activities within the park. Bird watching, hiking, picnicking, cross country skiinig, interpretive programs and nature walks can be a part of your visit. Start at the Visitor Center. You can follow the boardwalk down the hill to visit the Engine House exhibit and the Lemon House. Information on our hiking trails is available at the Visitor Center.
Park Rangers in period costume
Park rangers give guided tours in costume
Park rangers do demonstrations, guided walks and special events
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Railroad track attached to a 'sleeper'  

Did You Know?
When the Portage Railroad opened on March 18, 1834, it was a single track line. The rule was when 2 drivers met the one who had passed the center post had the right to go on. The other driver had to back up. Some sat nose to nose until a magistrate determined who got to the center first.

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Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:31 EST