• Photo of Lemon House, Level #6, and Engine House on a beautiful summer day.

    Allegheny Portage Railroad

    National Historic Site Pennsylvania

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  • Road Closure

    Please be aware that part of the public area loop has been closed until further notice as the park starts preparatory efforts for this summer's paving project on the Picnic Area Road.

Photo Gallery

 
Skew Arch Bridge near the foot of Incline 6
The skew arch bridge near the base of Incline 6. The bridge, made of local sandstone, stands impressively between the lanes of old route 22.
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Park volunteers on bicycle tour.
Park volunteers help with many programs including hikes and bicycle tours.
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Did You Know?

Engine House at incline plane #6

Accidents were common on the Allegheny Portage Railroad.  In the 1840’s the engine house at incline plane #6 blew up killing four people.