Riding the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway from Jim Thorpe, PA
Jim Thorpe is one of my favorite small towns in Pennsylvania in large part because of how many great things there are to do in the “Switzerland of America”. And, …
Excursion Railroads
Exploring Scranton’s Transportation History at the Electric City Trolley Museum
In 1886, just six short years after Thomas Edison had received his patent for the lightbulb and the first electric lights were installed in downtown Scranton’s streetlights, the city introduced …
Riding the Oil Creek and Titusville Railroad Through the Valley that Changed the World
There are many excursion trains in Pennsylvania, but none offer the amazing combination of history and beauty that you can experience while riding the Oil Creek and Titusville Railroad through …
Riding the Rails Through Tioga County on the Tioga Central Railroad
As a big fan of trains, I love finding local excursion trains whenever I travel. Even though I’ve ridden thousands of miles on regular passenger trains, there is still something …
Riding the Rails along the Allegheny River with the Kiski Junction Railroad
Note: The Kiski Junction Railroad is permanently closed. This article will remain up for historical purposes. If you are looking for things to do in Armstrong County, check out the …