BK & E Railroad - Ellis, Kansas
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
N 38° 56.276 W 099° 33.597
14S E 451470 N 4310038
Miniature railroad located at the Ellis Railroad Museum.
Waymark Code: WM2007
Location: Kansas, United States
Date Posted: 08/12/2007
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member silverquill
Views: 74

The BK & E Railroad railroad feature a 1/3 scale General Motors Aero Streamliner. The trail travels along a 2 1/2 mile track through the old roundhouse and railroad shop area. The BK & E uses the former Penokee Union Pacific Depot which was move to the site in 1994 as its depot and boarding area. The BK & E Railroad operates from Train operates Memorial Day thru Labor Day, Train operates at 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm, 5 pm Monday-Saturday and 1 pm, 3 pm, 5 pm Sunday. The Railroad also operates a haunted train during Halloween season.
Gauge of railway: 1/3 scale

Engine Type: Gasoline

Miniature Railroads Web Page: [Web Link]

Public Availability: Seasonal

Ride Fee: Yes

If Yes: Over 12 years-$2.00, 5-12 years--$1.00, Under 5 years--Free with an adult

Entrance Fee: No

If There is an Additional Fee: 0

Visit Instructions:

Provide a picture of something with the train or related to the train. Possible photos include the train itself at any location along the route, a picture of the scenery with part of the train in view, the kids borrowing the engineer’s hat or of a family member with one of the miniature r.r. crossing signs. Show us you had a good time visiting the train. If the train isn't running when you visit get a photo of one of the miniature railway related items that can be found in locations like this

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