Last updated: January 26, 2023
Thing to Do
Hike along the Summit Level
NPS
At the bottom of the boardwalk at Engine House 6 Exhibit Shelter, visitors are walking along the Summit Level of the Allegheny Portage Railroad. This section is the highest point that the Allegheny Portage Railroad crossed the Allegheny Mountains. The Allegheny Portage Railroad had 10 inclined planes and 11 levels.
Reproduction railroad tracks are visible along the Summit Level. Walkers can continue following the trace past the Lemon House where the reproduction railroad tracks end. A little over a mile past the Lemon House is the park boundary, but visitors can continue to walk to the end of the Summit Level. In its entirety, it is over 3 miles in length. Interpretive panels provide information about the Summit Level.
The terrain is mostly flat. The trail is a mixture of grassy and dirt surfaces.
Reproduction railroad tracks are visible along the Summit Level. Walkers can continue following the trace past the Lemon House where the reproduction railroad tracks end. A little over a mile past the Lemon House is the park boundary, but visitors can continue to walk to the end of the Summit Level. In its entirety, it is over 3 miles in length. Interpretive panels provide information about the Summit Level.
The terrain is mostly flat. The trail is a mixture of grassy and dirt surfaces.
Details
Activity
Hiking
Pets Allowed
Yes
Pets are not allowed in any public building or office except for service animals.
Pets are permitted in areas not designated closed to pets provided they are restrained on a leash which shall not exceed six feet in length or otherwise physically confine a pet at all times.
Pet excrement must be removed from picnic areas, trails, and areas of heavy public use.
More information on pets can be found in the Superintendent's Compendium.
Pets are permitted in areas not designated closed to pets provided they are restrained on a leash which shall not exceed six feet in length or otherwise physically confine a pet at all times.
Pet excrement must be removed from picnic areas, trails, and areas of heavy public use.
More information on pets can be found in the Superintendent's Compendium.
Activity Fee
No
There are no fees for entrance at Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site.
Reservations
No
Accessibility Information
The terrain is mostly flat. The trail is a mixture of grassy and dirt surfaces.