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Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site — Attraction in Conemaugh Township

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Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site
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The Staple Bend Tunnel, about 4 miles east of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, in a town called Mineral Point, was constructed between 1831 and 1834 for the Allegheny Portage Railroad. Construction began on April 12, 1831. This tunnel, at 901 feet in length, was the first railway tunnel constructed in the United States.
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Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site
United StatesPennsylvaniaConemaugh TownshipAllegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site

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Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site

1189 Beech Hill Rd, Johnstown, PA 15904
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The Staple Bend Tunnel, about 4 miles east of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, in a town called Mineral Point, was constructed between 1831 and 1834 for the Allegheny Portage Railroad. Construction began on April 12, 1831. This tunnel, at 901 feet in length, was the first railway tunnel constructed in the United States.

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JasmineJasmine
If u want a very peaceful brisk flat and wide walk then come here. Especially now that it's fall, the colorful leaves make the path even more beautiful. Great thing is not a lot of people walk here so if u come especially in the morning it will be just you. It's two miles walk to get to the tunnel and if u fancy a longer walk then proceed to the path of the flood which is 5 miles. Parking is free but limited so the earlier u come, the better the chance u'll find a spot. Recommend definitely 😊
Jenn GrayJenn Gray
The park itself is really just a parking lot, public restrooms and three tables, but it’s a great pathway to the trail that leads to the tunnel. An easy 2 miles walk to the tunnel (and 2 miles back) on a well maintained road close to the river and to the train rail. 4 (pretty loud) trains passed by during my two hours on the trail. An easy walk filled with interesting facts and comfortable benches. The tunnel itself is wide and relatively short (.2 miles or so)
Dirk B (v6e6n6om)Dirk B (v6e6n6om)
Great little quiet park. We seen a good bit of wildlife. The trail is pretty flat so taking the kids was great. I will suggest a flashlight for the tunnel part. The kids got kinda scared in there in the dark. Found some really cool carving on the tunnel. Some as old as 1805. We will definitely be visiting again.
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If u want a very peaceful brisk flat and wide walk then come here. Especially now that it's fall, the colorful leaves make the path even more beautiful. Great thing is not a lot of people walk here so if u come especially in the morning it will be just you. It's two miles walk to get to the tunnel and if u fancy a longer walk then proceed to the path of the flood which is 5 miles. Parking is free but limited so the earlier u come, the better the chance u'll find a spot. Recommend definitely 😊
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The park itself is really just a parking lot, public restrooms and three tables, but it’s a great pathway to the trail that leads to the tunnel. An easy 2 miles walk to the tunnel (and 2 miles back) on a well maintained road close to the river and to the train rail. 4 (pretty loud) trains passed by during my two hours on the trail. An easy walk filled with interesting facts and comfortable benches. The tunnel itself is wide and relatively short (.2 miles or so)
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Great little quiet park. We seen a good bit of wildlife. The trail is pretty flat so taking the kids was great. I will suggest a flashlight for the tunnel part. The kids got kinda scared in there in the dark. Found some really cool carving on the tunnel. Some as old as 1805. We will definitely be visiting again.
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If u want a very peaceful brisk flat and wide walk then come here. Especially now that it's fall, the colorful leaves make the path even more beautiful. Great thing is not a lot of people walk here so if u come especially in the morning it will be just you. It's two miles walk to get to the tunnel and if u fancy a longer walk then proceed to the path of the flood which is 5 miles. Parking is free but limited so the earlier u come, the better the chance u'll find a spot. Recommend...

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The park itself is really just a parking lot, public restrooms and three tables, but it’s a great pathway to the trail that leads to the tunnel. An easy 2 miles walk to the tunnel (and 2 miles back) on a well maintained road close to the river and to the train rail. 4 (pretty loud) trains passed by during my two hours on the trail. An easy walk filled with interesting facts and comfortable benches. The tunnel itself is wide and relatively short (.2...

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EASY ACESS, PARKING LOT, SMOOTH TRAIL, GREAT RIDE, Amazing fews of the path of the Johnstown flood. Trail does have one area of steep up Hill in the middle of the trail. But I was amazed at how much forest green space and it was a great experience riding the trail. Minerpoint to Franklin. Definitely a...

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