May 10, 1869 the Union and Central Pacific Railroads joined their rails at Promontory Summit. Golden Spike National Historic Site commemorates this incredible accomplishment of this nation's first transcontinental railroad. Click on more.
September 26, 2009 is National Public Lands Day. For more info please click the special events quicklink on your left.
Golden Spike National Historic Site recently celebrated its 24th annual Winter Steam Fest December 27, 28, and 29! Go to our Photo Gallery to see our photos!
For more information call 435-471-2209 ext. 29. Golden Spike National Historic Site is located 32 miles west of Brigham City via State Highways 13 and 83.
WNPA operates a bookstore in the visitor center that specializes in information on the Trans-Continental Railroad, Railroading history, and railroad memorabilia. Visit our bookstore link on the Support Your Park tab of this website.
Write to
Golden Spike NHS P.O. Box 897
Brigham City, Utah 84302
Visitor Information/Visitor Center (435) 471-2209 ext. 29
Fax
(435) 471-2341
Climate
Summers are generally hot and dry with temperatures frequently reaching into the 90s. Winters are generally cold with variable precipitation, temperatures into the 30s. Layers of clothing, especially in spring and fall, good walking shoes, and mosquito repellent are recommended. Promontory Summit is 32 miles West of Brigham City,and weather conditions often vary, especially in winter - call our visitor center for current weather conditions.
Did You Know? 2,000 gallons of water will get a steam locomotive approximately 15 to 30 miles. Then they'll have to stop and fill up to get the next 15 to 30 miles. more...
