Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway - Jim Thorpe, PA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member HaricotVert_52
N 40° 51.795 W 075° 44.250
18T E 437846 N 4523838
The Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway leaves from Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, and rides on the former Lehigh Valley Railroad main line to Old Penn Haven and back. The trip follows along the scenic Lehigh River gorge.
Waymark Code: WM6KNP
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 06/16/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member IDIFers
Views: 19

On this trip you will see scenic views of the Lehigh River and pass remnants of the former New Jersey Central RR and the Lehigh Valley RR. The town of Jim Thorpe is charming and has attractions of its own. This is a popular white water area and kayaks and rafts can often be seen on the river.
The train rides on the rails of the former Lehigh Valley Railroad. Other parts of this railway right of way have been turned into very popular rail-trails.
Engine Type: Diesel

Gauge of Railway: Standard Gage

Approximate Adult Fare: 12.00 (listed in local currency)

Approximate Child Fare: 9.00 (listed in local currency)

Type: Spur (out and back)

Length of Route: 16 miles

Dates of Operation: From: 05/01/2009 To: 12/31/2009

Frequency of departures: 3 departures or more each day on weekends

Key Attractions:
Scenic views of the Lehigh River. Narration of the railroad history of the area. Remnants of the former New Jersey Central RR and the Lehigh Valley RR.


Does this Scenic Railroad Provide: Brunch, Lunch or Dinner Trains?: no

Railroad Website: [Web Link]

Visit Instructions:

Provide a picture of something with the train. Possible photos include the entertainment on board the train, 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. 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 many railway related items that can be found in locations like this.

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