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A step stool is available to help participants get into the van.","true","false",[42],{"id":43,"name":44},"3DE599E2-22ED-40BF-B383-EDA073563C1E","Bus\u002FShuttle Guided Tour","\u003Ch3>2026 tour dates: June 27 and August 1\u003C\u002Fh3> \u003Cp>Travel back in time with a park ranger on a free van tour of the historic route of the Allegheny Portage Railroad. This tour follows the entire route of the Portage Railroad from the canal basin in Hollidaysburg to the canal basin in Johnstown. Visitors will learn how this engineering marvel was built and hear the compelling stories of the men and women who built and operated what was the most important route westward from 1834 to 1857.\u003C\u002Fp> \u003Cp>In many places the route will follow the exact path of the old Portage Railroad and will take visitors to the Staple Bend Tunnel. In addition, the tour will take passengers past the Skew Arch Bridge, the reconstruction of Engine House No. 6, the historic Lemon House, and several historic culverts.\u003C\u002Fp>   \u003Cp>This free tour begins at 1:00 p.m. at the Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site Visitor Center. The tour is four hours in length. Space is limited to twelve people and reservations are required. Please call 814-886-6150 to sign up for this free tour.\u003C\u002Fp> \u003Ch4>Please note!\u003C\u002Fh4> The tour takes place in a 15-passenger van. Personal space may be limited depending on the number of participants signed up. Please note that maneuvering on and off the van may be difficult.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Accommodations for children under the age of eight cannot be made due to Pennsylvania law. The child safety law states that children eight years of age and under must be in an appropriate booster seat. Please be advised that because we cannot ensure that car seats are properly and safely installed on the vans and\u002For the bus, we cannot accommodate them on van tours. If a child arrived at the park in a car seat, they must always be in a car seat, while in a motorized vehicle. No allowances will be made for \"holding\" children while on a van tour. Thank you for your understanding! \u003Cp>Accommodations for children under the age of eight cannot be made due to Pennsylvania law. The child safety law states that children eight years of age and under must be in an appropriate booster seat. Please be advised that because we cannot ensure that car seats are properly and safely installed on the vans and\u002For the bus, we cannot accommodate them on van tours. If a child arrived at the park in a car seat, they must always be in a car seat, while in a motorized vehicle. No allowances will be made for \"holding\" children while on a van tour. Thank you for your understanding!\u003C\u002Fp>","Reservations are required due to limited space!",[],[49],{"id":50,"name":51},"86525CF5-EB56-41A6-90BF-566C6C0FC945","Trains and Railroads",[],1,{"id":55,"url":56,"title":57,"shortDescription":58,"images":59,"relatedParks":71,"relatedOrganizations":73,"tags":74,"latitude":18,"longitude":18,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":75,"location":18,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":76,"isReservationRequired":40,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":77,"timeOfDayDescription":18,"feeDescription":18,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":40,"activities":78,"activityDescription":18,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":82,"reservationDescription":18,"season":83,"topics":84,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":39,"timeOfDay":86,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"7C35D0A0-90B4-4EC7-A459-A001EC6B7DB0","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Fsummer-programs.htm","Summer Programs","Costumed rangers conduct a variety of program offerings throughout the summer season.",[60],{"url":61,"credit":62,"altText":63,"title":64,"description":18,"caption":65,"crops":66},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F14398289-A933-6793-3ED72C9AAF9D43F4.jpg","NPS Photo","A man in period clothing holds rope in front of a stone tavern.","Costumed programs","A park ranger in period clothing holds rope in front of the Lemon House tavern.",[67,69],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":68},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F14398289-A933-6793-3ED72C9AAF9D43F4.jpg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":70},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F14398289-A933-6793-3ED72C9AAF9D43F4.jpg",[72],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],[],"\u003Cp>To reach the Engine House No. 6, the old stone quarry and the Lemon House, park at the visitor center and walk the Boardwalk Trail or the old Gallitzin Road.\u003C\u002Fp> \u003Cul> \u003Cli>Wheelchairs are available for loan at the Visitor Center, free of charge. Please inquire at the front desk.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>An electric scooter is available for loan at the Visitor Center, free of charge. A safety brief is required. \u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>With advance notice, a 5 seat golf cart may be available to assist mobility impaired visitors to more easily visit the Lemon House and Engine House No. 6 Exhibit Shelter.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> \u003Cp>Boardwalk Trail\u003C\u002Fp> \u003Cul> \u003Cli>The boardwalk trail weaves through a heavily forested area.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>There is a railing on one side of the path in areas where there is a large drop off.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>There are few benches along the path.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>The path is: \u003Cul> \u003Cli>Length: 940 feet (.18 miles)\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Width: 5 feet\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Average running slope: 2 Degrees\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Max running slope: 4 Degrees for about 100 feet\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Average cross slope: 1degree\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Max cross slope: 1 degree\u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> \u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>The end of the trail splits; turning right will take you to Engine House 6 while going left will take you to the stone quarry.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> \u003Ch4 id=\"heading_8048533_3\">\u003Cbutton aria-controls=\"body_8048533_3\" aria-expanded=\"true\" type=\"button\">Gallitzin Road\u003C\u002Fbutton>\u003C\u002Fh4> \u003Cul> \u003Cli>This is an old single-lane road, off limits to vehicles.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Sometimes the old pavement has eroded away leaving gravel sections.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> \u003Ch4 id=\"heading_8048552_4\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cbutton aria-controls=\"body_8048552_4\" aria-expanded=\"true\" type=\"button\">Engine House No. 6 Exhibit Shelter\u003C\u002Fbutton>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4> \u003Cul> \u003Cli>There is a small metal ramp that leads from the paved walkway to the front doors of the Engine House.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Inside you can learn about the history of steam engines and the cables used in the engine houses to help trains up very steep inclines along the railroad line. The exhibits require a side approach.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Some of the interactive exhibits are heavy or may difficult to operate with a closed fist.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>There is a second exit door that takes you to a platform looking out over the interior of the engine house, the tracks, and train equipment.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> \u003Ch4 id=\"heading_8048557_5\">\u003Cbutton aria-controls=\"body_8048557_5\" aria-expanded=\"true\" type=\"button\">Stone Quarry\u003C\u002Fbutton>\u003C\u002Fh4> \u003Cul> \u003Cli>The stone quarry is located on a short spur trail of the boardwalk trail. \u003Cul> \u003Cli>The trail is steep, 102 feet in length, asphalt, and approximately 6 feet wide.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> \u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>There are stones with cut marks on the on the ground nearby.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Live demonstrations of stone cutting are offered seasonally. Check at the visitor center to learn more.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> \u003Cp>Lemon House\u003C\u002Fp> \u003Cp>Parking for the Lemon House is available at the Visitor Center lot.\u003C\u002Fp> \u003Ch4 id=\"heading_8048581_2\">\u003Cbutton aria-controls=\"body_8048581_2\" aria-expanded=\"true\" type=\"button\">Paths\u003C\u002Fbutton>\u003C\u002Fh4> \u003Cul> \u003Cli>Visitors can walk to the historic Lemon House by: \u003Cul> \u003Cli>Parking at the Visitor Center and following the boardwalk or old Gallitzin Road.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Parking at the picnic area and taking a 0.5-mile trail through dense woodlands.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> \u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Entering the front yard of the house requires going across a wooden bridge over the railroad tracks. \u003Cul> \u003Cli>Ramped asphalt has been added to either end of the bridge and these ramped areas are steep.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> \u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>The asphalt path continues across the yard to the house entrance where the path changes to a brick and abruptly slopes up meet the entry threshold. \u003Cul> \u003Cli>There are no landings at the top or bottom.    \u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> \u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful>   \u003Ch4 id=\"heading_8048608_3\">\u003Cbutton aria-controls=\"body_8048608_3\" aria-expanded=\"true\" type=\"button\">Lemon House Interior\u003C\u002Fbutton>\u003C\u002Fh4> \u003Cul> \u003Cli>After entering the Lemon House, the tavern is located on the left. \u003Cul> \u003Cli>There is a bar, a small spittoon, a stone fireplace, and a few sets of tables and chairs in the tavern room.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> \u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Next to the tavern, there is a parlor room that is glassed off and only available to look into.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>To the right is a dining area with multiple tables set and a few have fake food, all of which is available to touch.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Through the dining area across the room is a small exhibit room. \u003Cul> \u003Cli>There is ample room to navigate through the exhibit space.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Exhibits mainly consist of vertical panels.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>This room also has an elevator which can be used to access the bathrooms and water fountain in the basement. \u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> \u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli> \u003Ch4 id=\"heading_8048609_4\">\u003Cbutton aria-controls=\"body_8048609_4\" aria-expanded=\"true\" type=\"button\">Restrooms\u003C\u002Fbutton>\u003C\u002Fh4> \u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>There is a restroom and water fountain in the basement that can be accessed via the elevator on the right side of the building. \u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> Captioning \u003Cul> \u003Cli>The Steam Cycle exhibit in the engine house has visible captions.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> \u003Cbr \u002F>  ","\u003Cp>Pets are welcome at Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site! Responsible pet care is expected of all visitors.\u003C\u002Fp> \u003Cul> \u003Cli>Pets are not permitted in any public building or office except for service animals.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Pets are permitted on park grounds and must be on a leash of no more than 6 feet in length at all times.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli>Pets should not be tied to park features or facilities, thus leaving them unattended, while owners go into park buildings.\u003C\u002Fli> \u003Cli> \u003Cp>Pet excrement must be removed from picnic areas, trails, and areas of heavy public use.\u003C\u002Fp> \u003C\u002Fli> \u003C\u002Ful> \u003Ch4>Service Animals\u003C\u002Fh4> \u003Cp>National Park Service policy defines a service animal as being individually trained to perform a specific task that assists a person with a disability. Service dogs are legally permitted anywhere that visitors can go.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cem>Emotional support, therapy, and companion animals are not service animals under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), they have not been trained to provide a task directly related to a disability. Emotional support animals are considered to be a pet.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>",[79],{"id":80,"name":81},"FAED7F97-3474-4C21-AB42-FB0768A2F826","Cultural Demonstrations","\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>Costumed demonstrations\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3> \u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>2026 program dates:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr \u002F> June 5 to August 30- Fridays through Sundays\u003Cbr \u002F> September- Saturdays and Sundays\u003C\u002Fp> \u003Cp>Costumed rangers conduct a variety of program offerings that vary from day to day. They include stone cutting, rope making and natural dyes. They are generally held between 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the morning and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the afternoon.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The programs are weather and staff dependent. For additional information and to find out what program is offered on the day of your visit, please inquire at the visitor center or call 814-886-6150. No reservations are required!\u003C\u002Fp> \u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>Lemon House Tours\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3> \u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>2026 program dates:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr \u002F> June 5 to August 30- Fridays through Tuesdays\u003Cbr \u002F> September- Saturdays and Sundays\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Staff dependent, a park ranger is available from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the morning and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the afternoon to greet visitors and answer questions about the tavern and its operations during the days of the Allegheny Portage Railroad.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> No reservations are required!\u003C\u002Fp>",[],[85],{"id":50,"name":51},[87],"Day",{"id":89,"url":90,"title":91,"shortDescription":92,"images":93,"relatedParks":102,"relatedOrganizations":104,"tags":105,"latitude":18,"longitude":18,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":106,"location":18,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":107,"isReservationRequired":40,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":108,"timeOfDayDescription":18,"feeDescription":18,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":40,"activities":109,"activityDescription":113,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":114,"reservationDescription":18,"season":115,"topics":116,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":39,"timeOfDay":133,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"E32A9DA4-DF13-4B0C-B6BB-865D2229853A","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Fevening-on-the-summit.htm","Evening on the Summit","Attend an Evening on the Summit program select Tuesday evenings during the summer months.",[94],{"url":95,"credit":15,"altText":96,"title":91,"description":18,"caption":96,"crops":97},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F0B9B994D-F464-2C24-4FA63D0026640415.jpg","A park ranger presents a program in the auditorium.",[98,100],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":99},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F0B9B994D-F464-2C24-4FA63D0026640415.jpg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":101},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F0B9B994D-F464-2C24-4FA63D0026640415.jpg",[103],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],[],"The Visitor Center theater has accessible seating.\u003Cbr \u002F> The amphitheater has a flat sidewalk leading back to the seating area. ","Pets are not allowed in any public building or office except for service animals. For programs taking place in the amphitheaters pets are permitted:\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> 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.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Pet excrement must be removed from picnic areas, trails, and areas of heavy public use.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> More information on pets can be found in the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Falpo\u002Flearn\u002Fmanagement\u002Fsuperintendents-compendium.htm\">Superintendent's Compendium\u003C\u002Fa>.",[110],{"id":111,"name":112},"09DF0950-D319-4557-A57E-04CD2F63FF42","Arts and Culture","Evening on the Summit programs vary from talks\u002Fpresentations to musical performances.","Evening on the Summit programs are select Tuesday evenings throughout the summer months! Programs begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Visitor Center auditorium. Programs are free and no reservations are required! \u003Ch3>\u003Cbr \u002F> 2026 program dates\u003C\u002Fh3> \u003Cstrong>June 23-\u003C\u002Fstrong> \u003Cem>Hollidaysburg Canal Personalities.\u003Cbr \u002F> Hollidaysburg Canal Personalities.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cbr \u002F> Who was \u003Cem>Whiskey John\u003C\u002Fem>? Have you ever heard of \u003Cem>Limestone Yank\u003C\u002Fem>? How about \u003Cem>John the Agitator\u003C\u002Fem>? Or \u003Cem>Short & Tall Charlie\u003C\u002Fem>? Learn about some of the more charismatic and dynamic personalities of the Canal-Era time in Hollidaysburg.\u003Cbr \u002F> This program is presented by Jim Snyder, president of the Blair County Genealogical Society.\u003Cbr \u002F> This program is presented by Jim Snyder, president of the Blair County Genealogical Society.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cstrong>July 21-\u003C\u002Fstrong> \u003Cem>Gallitzin Tunnels.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cbr \u002F> For over 170 years, the Gallitzin Tunnels served a critical role in the nation's transportation history. Learn about why they are there, how they were built, their operations and the communities that surrounded them.\u003Cbr \u002F> This program is presented by park volunteer Brandon Sliko.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cstrong>August 18-\u003C\u002Fstrong> \u003Cem>A Giant in Those Days: The Life of John White Geary.\u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cbr \u002F> This program explores the life of John White Geary, the Allegheny Portage Railroad's most successful superintendent, and his impact on America at large.\u003Cbr \u002F> This program is presented by park ranger Steven Lonergan.",[],[117,120,123,126,129,130],{"id":118,"name":119},"FE005582-12C5-472C-8229-3CB004DB050E","Engineering",{"id":121,"name":122},"E411F474-A530-4804-9D23-1D94C78B41E4","Infantry and Militia",{"id":124,"name":125},"101F4D51-F99D-45A6-BBB6-CD481E5FACED","Mountains",{"id":127,"name":128},"9749E14B-ED9A-4E86-BAEA-CAC7B718F266","Canals",{"id":50,"name":51},{"id":131,"name":132},"E2D07F67-8499-4B0D-A079-14E93484C20F","Mexican War",[134],"Night",{"id":136,"url":137,"title":138,"shortDescription":139,"images":140,"relatedParks":151,"relatedOrganizations":153,"tags":154,"latitude":18,"longitude":18,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":155,"location":18,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":156,"isReservationRequired":39,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":157,"timeOfDayDescription":18,"feeDescription":18,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":40,"activities":158,"activityDescription":18,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":162,"reservationDescription":163,"season":164,"topics":165,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":39,"timeOfDay":170,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"4325C01C-0839-47B2-84C6-2863AFA1261B","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Fguided-hikes.htm","Guided Hikes","Heritage Hikes are led by a park ranger during the summer months. The distance varies by hike. Reservations are required.",[141],{"url":142,"credit":15,"altText":143,"title":144,"description":18,"caption":145,"crops":146},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F5E087231-BD88-6B27-1F6915A07B7E1E2E.jpg","Railroad tunnel entrance","Heritage Hike","Staple Bend Tunnel",[147,149],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":148},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F5E087231-BD88-6B27-1F6915A07B7E1E2E.jpg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":150},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F5E087231-BD88-6B27-1F6915A07B7E1E2E.jpg",[152],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],[],"Sections of various trails are uneven and steep.","Pets are not allowed in any public building or office except for service animals.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> 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.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Pet excrement must be removed from picnic areas, trails, and areas of heavy public use.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> More information on pets can be found in the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Falpo\u002Flearn\u002Fmanagement\u002Fsuperintendents-compendium.htm\">Superintendent's Compendium\u003C\u002Fa>.",[159],{"id":160,"name":161},"BFF8C027-7C8F-480B-A5F8-CD8CE490BFBA","Hiking","Reservations are required for \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Falpo\u002Fplanyourvisit\u002Fhikes.htm\">Heritage Hikes\u003C\u002Fa>. The hikes take place rain or shine. Participants are encouraged to wear good walking shoes and bring water. Hike information and dates are listed below. For more information including the meeting location for the different hikes and to make a reservation for the free hikes, please call the Visitor Center at 814-886-6150. \u003Ch2>Summit Level\u003C\u002Fh2> The Summit Level hike is approximately 3 miles in length from the head of Inclined Plane 6 to near where the Summit Hotel was in Summitville, near the head of Inclined Plane 5. The Summit Level was the highest point that the Allegheny Portage Railroad crossed the Allegheny Mountains. Participants will learn about the inclines and levels of the railroad, how the system functioned, the town of Summitville, and much more. \u003Ch3>2026 hike date: August 8\u003C\u002Fh3> \u003Ch2>Staple Bend Tunnel\u003C\u002Fh2> This hike takes participants to the first railroad tunnel in America, the Staple Bend Tunnel. On this approximately 5-mile round trip hike, participants will learn about the history of the tunnel, how it was constructed, the Allegheny Portage Railroad, and much more! Several features from the days of the railroad, including stone sleepers and culverts, are visible.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Please note, the interior of the Staple Bend Tunnel is closed due to a rockfall. Participants will still be able to view both sides of the tunnel via a path around the side of the tunnel structure. \u003Ch3>2026 hike date: June 20\u003C\u002Fh3>","Reservations are required!\u003Cbr \u002F> For more information, including the meeting location for the different hikes and to make a reservation, please call the Visitor Center at 814-886-6150.",[],[166,169],{"id":167,"name":168},"FE2C2613-B41E-4531-BC43-03EB6E45CBCF","Transportation",{"id":50,"name":51},[],{"id":172,"url":173,"title":174,"shortDescription":175,"images":176,"relatedParks":185,"relatedOrganizations":187,"tags":188,"latitude":18,"longitude":18,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":189,"location":18,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":190,"isReservationRequired":40,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":157,"timeOfDayDescription":18,"feeDescription":18,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":40,"activities":191,"activityDescription":18,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":193,"reservationDescription":194,"season":195,"topics":197,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":39,"timeOfDay":200,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"ACE2A01E-FA94-4E74-A29C-1A419EFB82FE","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Fliving-history-day.htm","Living History Day","Living History Day is an annual event at the park!",[177],{"url":178,"credit":15,"altText":179,"title":174,"description":18,"caption":179,"crops":180},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F5D93B15C-FFCE-A2F2-BA521D42B6E4D762.jpg","Two rangers in period clothing doing a rope making demonstration.",[181,183],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":182},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F5D93B15C-FFCE-A2F2-BA521D42B6E4D762.jpg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":184},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F5D93B15C-FFCE-A2F2-BA521D42B6E4D762.jpg",[186],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],[],"The Visitor Center, boardwalk to the historic area, and walkways are accessible. ",[192],{"id":80,"name":81},"Please check back for a future Living History Day date!\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> This all day, family-friendly, living history event is free and has programs and demonstrations to offer visitors of all ages. These include stone cutting, rope making, natural dyes, spinning, traveling trunk, children's games, and more!\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The 2nd Pennsylvania, Company B-American Highlanders from the Mexican War (1846-1848) will tell their stories and perform black powder demonstrations at designated points throughout the day.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Visitors will learn what it was like to work and travel on the Allegheny Portage Railroad as well as activities that women were participating in during the 19th century.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> No reservations are required!","No reservations are required.",[196],"Summer",[198,199],{"id":167,"name":168},{"id":50,"name":51},[87],{"id":202,"url":203,"title":204,"shortDescription":205,"images":206,"relatedParks":215,"relatedOrganizations":217,"tags":218,"latitude":18,"longitude":18,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":219,"location":18,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":220,"isReservationRequired":40,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":157,"timeOfDayDescription":221,"feeDescription":222,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":40,"activities":223,"activityDescription":18,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":227,"reservationDescription":18,"season":228,"topics":232,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":40,"timeOfDay":234,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"F9B75393-F786-4D49-9F6B-944FA5C46158","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Fengine-house-6-exhibit-shelter.htm","Engine House 6 Exhibit Shelter","Visitors to Engine House 6 Exhibit Shelter can view full scale models of the mechanisms that would have originally been in all ten Engine House structures.",[207],{"url":208,"credit":15,"altText":209,"title":204,"description":18,"caption":204,"crops":210},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F03DA56CA-F5A5-61C4-23118B57EE71DD3A.jpg","Engine House structure",[211,213],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":212},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F03DA56CA-F5A5-61C4-23118B57EE71DD3A.jpg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":214},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F03DA56CA-F5A5-61C4-23118B57EE71DD3A.jpg",[216],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],[],"The Engine House is a 1\u002F4 mile walk from the Visitor Center.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> A wheelchair or motorized scooter are available for use. Please inquire at the Visitor Center.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Service animals are welcome. ","The Engine House is closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays and open Fridays through Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.","There are no fees for entrance at Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site. ",[224],{"id":225,"name":226},"C8F98B28-3C10-41AE-AA99-092B3B398C43","Museum Exhibits","Engine House No. 6 Exhibit Shelter is accessed either by walking along the boardwalk or the old Gallitzin Road from the Visitor Center.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cstrong>Hours of Operation\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr \u002F> Engine House No. 6 Exhibit Shelter is closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays. The building is open Fridays through Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> It is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> At the top of each inclined plane along the Allegheny Portage Railroad sat an Engine House structure. Inside were the mechanisms and gears required to pull passengers and goods over the Allegheny Mountains. A stationary steam engine pulled the train cars attached to hemp ropes and later John Roebling's wire rope. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Visitors to Engine House 6 Exhibit Shelter can view full scale models of the mechanisms that would have originally been in all ten Engine House structures. The models were built by Fred Connacher. Original foundation stones are also viewable. You will also learn about steam engines, the two types of rope used on the railroad, and much more!",[229,230,196,231],"Winter","Spring","Fall",[233],{"id":50,"name":51},[87],{"id":236,"url":237,"title":238,"shortDescription":239,"images":240,"relatedParks":249,"relatedOrganizations":251,"tags":252,"latitude":18,"longitude":18,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":253,"location":18,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":254,"isReservationRequired":40,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":157,"timeOfDayDescription":255,"feeDescription":222,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":40,"activities":256,"activityDescription":18,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":258,"reservationDescription":18,"season":259,"topics":260,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":40,"timeOfDay":262,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"57D18660-EEC9-477B-A8C3-E9C45267C393","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Flemon-house.htm","Lemon House","The Lemon House tavern, built by Sam and Jean Lemon in the early 1830s, was a stop along the Allegheny Portage Railroad for travelers to rest and eat.",[241],{"url":242,"credit":15,"altText":243,"title":238,"description":18,"caption":238,"crops":244},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F3F4C14D9-D02C-BA09-2C565DBFD19E0EB1.jpg","Stone tavern",[245,247],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":246},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F3F4C14D9-D02C-BA09-2C565DBFD19E0EB1.jpg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":248},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F3F4C14D9-D02C-BA09-2C565DBFD19E0EB1.jpg",[250],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],[],"The Lemon House is a 1\u002F4 mile walk from the Visitor Center. The area of the Lemon House open to the public is on one floor. A wheel chair or motorized scooter are available in the Visitor Center to use on the path to the Lemon House and inside the building. Service animals are welcome.","The Lemon House is closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays and is open Fridays through Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.",[257],{"id":225,"name":226},"\u003Cstrong>Lemon House hours:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr \u002F> The Lemon House is closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays. The Lemon House is open Fridays through Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Park grounds and trails are open daily, year round, from sunrise to sunset, weather permitting.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The Lemon House is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The Lemon House tavern, built by Sam and Jean Lemon in the early 1830s, was a stop along the Allegheny Portage Railroad for travelers to rest and eat. It also provided a chance for travelers to converse with others to find out what the next part of the journey might be like from those who just experienced it. The typical length of stay in the Lemon House was 20 minutes. The Lemon family and staff occupied the second floor of the Lemon House as well as the occasional travelers who needed a place to sleep as a result of delays or accidents on the Allegheny Portage Railroad. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The Lemon House has been restored to an 1840s style tavern. Visitors can tour the first floor of the tavern which includes; a barroom, fancy parlor, dining room, and exhibit room. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> A self-guided brochure is available inside to provide additional information. ",[229,230,196,231],[261],{"id":50,"name":51},[87],{"id":264,"url":265,"title":266,"shortDescription":267,"images":268,"relatedParks":279,"relatedOrganizations":281,"tags":282,"latitude":283,"longitude":284,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":285,"location":18,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":286,"isReservationRequired":40,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":157,"timeOfDayDescription":287,"feeDescription":222,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":40,"activities":288,"activityDescription":18,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":290,"reservationDescription":18,"season":291,"topics":292,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":40,"timeOfDay":294,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"ED037B5E-8F27-4F59-9593-7209B7A6164E","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Fexplore-the-summit-level-visitor-center.htm","Explore the Summit Level Visitor Center","The Visitor Center has exhibits and a 20-minute park movie that is shown upon request. The Allegheny Portage Railroad, part of the Pennsylvania Main Line Canal, was the first railroad to cross the Allegheny Mountains.",[269],{"url":270,"credit":15,"altText":271,"title":272,"description":18,"caption":273,"crops":274},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F94836858-FBAB-68A6-2DDD8006BD8CC5FA.jpg","Canal boat replica","Summit Level Visitor Center","A canal boat replica in the Summit Level Visitor Center",[275,277],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":276},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F94836858-FBAB-68A6-2DDD8006BD8CC5FA.jpg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":278},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F94836858-FBAB-68A6-2DDD8006BD8CC5FA.jpg",[280],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],"40.45832061767578","-78.54973602294922",[],"There are designated accessible parking spots in the parking lot.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The Visitor Center is one level.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The Summit Level Visitor Center, restrooms, and water fountain are handicap accessible.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Headsets providing details about the different sections of the Visitor Center are available at the front desk.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The park movie is captioned, with captions visible during every showing. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Braille versions of the park brochure are available at the Visitor Center desk. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> A wheel chair and motorized skooter are available upon request.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Service animals are welcome. ","The Visitor Center is closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays. The Visitor Center is open Fridays through Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.",[289],{"id":225,"name":226},"\u003Cstrong>Winter Hours of Operation\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr \u002F> The Visitor Center is closed Wednesdays and Thursdays and open Fridays through Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The Visitor Center is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The Allegheny Portage Railroad, part of the Pennsylvania Main Line Canal, was the first railroad to cross the Allegheny Mountains. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The different sections of the Visitor Center:\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cstrong>Desk and store\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The park bookstore is located near the Visitor Center entrance doors. \u003Cbr \u002F> The front desk scene is made to look like a 19th century shipping office. Park staff is available at the desk to provide information.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cstrong>Innovation\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Learn about the different pieces of the Main Line Canal and how the Allegheny Portage Railroad fits into the system as a whole.\u003Cbr \u002F> A model, made by park volunteer Fred Connacher, shows the elements on site at the Summit Level including the Lemon House, Engine House 6 Exhibit Shelter and the Skew Arch Bridge. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cstrong>Technology of Travel, 1820-1860\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Several models, from sectional canal boats to passenger cars, show the canal boats and railroad cars used on the Main Line Canal. Mr. Connacher also made many of these models.\u003Cbr \u002F> A full scale model of the LaFayette shows what a steam engine would have looked like. This particular model was on display at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cstrong>Immersive Canal Boat\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Come aboard a section canal boat! You can experience what the crew section of a canal boat would have been like. Visitors can walk onto the stern of the boat and turn the rudder, which would have helped to steer the canal boat. You may also hear from sounds from the canal in the form of mules and music!\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cstrong>Conduit for Commerce, Travel and Escape\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> This section provides information on the people and places associated with this transportation system. Many enslaved persons used the Main Line Canal to freedom. Philadelphia had an important part to play in the Underground Railroad. Visitors can learn about Jacob Green, who escaped from a plantation in Virginia and used the Allegheny Portage Railroad to aid him on his journey.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cstrong>Barrels and crates\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> All around the canal boat and placed in various other places around the Visitor Center, are crates and barrels showing the different items that were shipped on the Main Line Canal.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F>  ",[229,230,196,231],[293],{"id":167,"name":168},[87],{"id":296,"url":297,"title":298,"shortDescription":299,"images":300,"relatedParks":311,"relatedOrganizations":313,"tags":314,"latitude":18,"longitude":18,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":315,"location":18,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":316,"isReservationRequired":40,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":157,"timeOfDayDescription":18,"feeDescription":222,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":39,"activities":317,"activityDescription":18,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":321,"reservationDescription":18,"season":322,"topics":323,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":39,"timeOfDay":325,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"FD472249-5BAC-49D9-95F9-AD1849BDE737","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Fparticipate-in-the-junior-ranger-program.htm","Participate in the Junior Ranger program!","The Junior Ranger program is available in the Visitor Center. Ask the Ranger on duty for a booklet. The number of activities required is based on age. Upon completion of the booklet, participants will earn a Junior Ranger badge!",[301],{"url":302,"credit":15,"altText":303,"title":304,"description":18,"caption":305,"crops":306},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F02004D45-9065-574D-C2B7D705B53EC92B.jpg","Gold badge","Junior Ranger badge","Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site Junior Ranger badge",[307,309],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":308},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F02004D45-9065-574D-C2B7D705B53EC92B.jpg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":310},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F02004D45-9065-574D-C2B7D705B53EC92B.jpg",[312],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],[],"\u003Cbr \u002F> The Visitor Center is handicap accessible. A wheelchair and motorized scooter are available for use. ",[318],{"id":319,"name":320},"DF4A35E0-7983-4A3E-BC47-F37B872B0F25","Junior Ranger Program","Children can participate in the Junior Ranger program! Ask at the information desk in the Summit Level Visitor Center for a copy of the park Junior Ranger book for a fun guide to the story of the Allegheny Portage Railroad. Answers to the fun activities are available in the Summit Level Visitor Center, the Engine House No. 6 Exhibit Shelter, the Lemon House, along the park trails, and\u002For even by assisting with a historic demonstration.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> This program is intended to be completed on-site, in person. There are activities in the book that can only be completed if you've gone through our Visitor Center and park buildings in person. \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>While we are excited to have you complete them and earn the badge, we will not be sending workbooks or badges out through the mail.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fem>",[229,230,196,231],[324],{"id":50,"name":51},[87],{"id":327,"url":328,"title":329,"shortDescription":330,"images":331,"relatedParks":340,"relatedOrganizations":342,"tags":343,"latitude":18,"longitude":18,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":344,"location":18,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":345,"isReservationRequired":40,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":157,"timeOfDayDescription":346,"feeDescription":222,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":40,"activities":347,"activityDescription":18,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":349,"reservationDescription":18,"season":350,"topics":351,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":39,"timeOfDay":353,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"CB776FF4-9ECC-497B-80E3-6AA50C7CCA8F","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Fhike-or-bike-to-the-staple-bend-tunnel.htm","Hike or bike to the Staple Bend Tunnel","The Staple Bend Tunnel, the first railroad tunnel in America, can be accessed from the trailhead on Beech Hill Road in Mineral Point. Visitors can hike or bike approximately two miles each way to the 901 foot long tunnel following the old railroad bed.",[332],{"url":333,"credit":15,"altText":334,"title":145,"description":18,"caption":145,"crops":335},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F39A5EDAF-96A8-F1B4-13331BD15FA7156B.jpg","Tunnel",[336,338],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":337},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F39A5EDAF-96A8-F1B4-13331BD15FA7156B.jpg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":339},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F39A5EDAF-96A8-F1B4-13331BD15FA7156B.jpg",[341],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],[],"From the parking lot in Mineral Point, the trail is approximately four miles round trip to the tunnel and back. It can only be accessed by hiking or by bicycle. Vehicle are not permitted on the trail. The trail is flat and the surface is crushed limestone. ","Park grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset. Please note, there is no winter trail maintenance. ",[348],{"id":160,"name":161},"The Staple Bend Tunnel, the first railroad tunnel in America, can be accessed from the trailhead on Beech Hill Road in Mineral Point. Visitors can hike or bike approximately two miles each way to the 901 foot long tunnel following the old railroad bed. This section is also part of the Path of the Flood Trail as you parallel the Little Conemaugh River towards Johnstown. Visitors can imagine what it would have been like to travel on this important transportation. Interpretive panels help tell the story of the Main Line Canal, Allegheny Portage Railroad, the tunnel and the workers who blasted through the Allegheny Mountains. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Park grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset. Please note, there is no winter maintenance on the trail. ",[],[352],{"id":50,"name":51},[87],{"id":355,"url":356,"title":357,"shortDescription":358,"images":359,"relatedParks":370,"relatedOrganizations":372,"tags":373,"latitude":18,"longitude":18,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":374,"location":18,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":375,"isReservationRequired":40,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":157,"timeOfDayDescription":18,"feeDescription":222,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":40,"activities":376,"activityDescription":18,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":378,"reservationDescription":18,"season":379,"topics":380,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":39,"timeOfDay":382,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"A96060F6-0A3D-4BF6-B160-2B8DD9ECE9A5","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Fhike-the-inclines-6-10-trail.htm","Hike the Inclines 6 to 10 Trail","The Inclines 6 to 10 Trail follows the route of the Allegheny Portage Railroad. The hiking sections of the trail are located on or near the original route of the Allegheny Portage Railroad. The bicycle section is located on the route of the New Portage Railroad. Sections of this trail are very steep and rugged.",[360],{"url":361,"credit":15,"altText":362,"title":363,"description":18,"caption":364,"crops":365},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F6C44BAFB-F4F8-A119-B0CE2453E644D974.jpg","Two people on a rugged section of the trail","Inclines 6-10 Trail","A Park Ranger and volunteer on a rugged section of the trail.",[366,368],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":367},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F6C44BAFB-F4F8-A119-B0CE2453E644D974.jpg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":369},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F6C44BAFB-F4F8-A119-B0CE2453E644D974.jpg",[371],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],[],"Sections of the trail contain steep and rugged terrain over uneven surfaces through the woods. ",[377],{"id":160,"name":161},"The Inclines 6 to 10 Trail follows the route of the Allegheny Portage Railroad. The hiking sections of the trail are located on or near the original route of the Allegheny Portage Railroad. The bicycle section is located on the route of the New Portage Railroad.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Trailheads are located at the park Visitor Center and along Dry Run Road in Duncansville. Parking is available at the trailheads as well as State Gamelands parking lots.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The entire Inclines 6 to 10 Trail is about 10 miles long. Bicycles are not permitted on the section of trail from the Visitor Center to the Muleshoe. This is for hiking only and is very steep and rugged. The section from Muleshoe to Foot of Ten has a limestone dust surface and can be used by bicyclists.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Please visit our website for a map of the trail. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Park grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset. ",[],[381],{"id":50,"name":51},[],{"id":384,"url":385,"title":386,"shortDescription":387,"images":388,"relatedParks":397,"relatedOrganizations":399,"tags":400,"latitude":283,"longitude":284,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":401,"location":402,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":403,"isReservationRequired":40,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":157,"timeOfDayDescription":404,"feeDescription":222,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":40,"activities":405,"activityDescription":18,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":409,"reservationDescription":18,"season":410,"topics":411,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":40,"timeOfDay":413,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"30B372CA-DB6D-4CA2-B546-6ACBA30315A0","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Fsummit-level-visitor-center-bookstore.htm","Summit Level Visitor Center bookstore","The bookstore at Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site is operated by America's National Parks and is located in the Visitor Center. It contains books about the Allegheny Portage Railroad, t-shirts, coffee mugs, pins, patches, magnets and many other items are available for purchase. Stamps for the Passport To Your National Parks program are available in the bookstore area.",[389],{"url":390,"credit":15,"altText":391,"title":386,"description":18,"caption":386,"crops":392},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F96AD2674-F73C-2EBD-2E47E0D0B21B2A4B.jpeg","Bookstore",[393,395],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":394},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F96AD2674-F73C-2EBD-2E47E0D0B21B2A4B.jpeg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":396},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F96AD2674-F73C-2EBD-2E47E0D0B21B2A4B.jpeg",[398],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],[],"The bookstore is located inside the Visitor Center","The Visitor Center is one level.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The Summit Level Visitor Center, restrooms, and water fountain are handicap accessible.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> A wheel chair and motorized skooter are available upon request.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Service animals are welcome. ","The bookstore is open daily from 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM. ",[406],{"id":407,"name":408},"43800AD1-D439-40F3-AAB3-9FB651FE45BB","Gift Shop and Souvenirs","The bookstore at Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site is operated by America's National Parks and is located in the Visitor Center. It contains books about the Allegheny Portage Railroad, t-shirts, coffee mugs, pins, patches, magnets, and many other items are available for purchase. Stamps for the Passport To Your National Parks program are available in the bookstore area. Passport regional stickers and passport books are also for sale. For children, there are stuffed animals, games, and more. General National Park Service items are also available. ",[229,230,196,231],[412],{"id":167,"name":168},[87],{"id":415,"url":416,"title":417,"shortDescription":418,"images":419,"relatedParks":429,"relatedOrganizations":431,"tags":432,"latitude":18,"longitude":18,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":433,"location":18,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":434,"isReservationRequired":40,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":157,"timeOfDayDescription":18,"feeDescription":222,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":40,"activities":435,"activityDescription":18,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":439,"reservationDescription":440,"season":441,"topics":442,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":39,"timeOfDay":444,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"780BA280-EB69-4E26-A3FD-99CC7860BE39","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Fthe-picnic-area.htm","The picnic area","Enjoy lunch in our picnic area! Many picnic tables are available for use. Some are covered by a pavilion. Shade trees provide nice coverage on a hot, sunny day. ",[420],{"url":421,"credit":15,"altText":422,"title":423,"description":18,"caption":423,"crops":424},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F3C6D5597-DDB0-40D4-F15D960C727FE53B.jpg","Picnic tables covered by a pavilion","Picnic area",[425,427],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":426},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F3C6D5597-DDB0-40D4-F15D960C727FE53B.jpg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":428},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F3C6D5597-DDB0-40D4-F15D960C727FE53B.jpg",[430],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],[],"Handicap accessible parking spaces are available at the picnic area. ",[436],{"id":437,"name":438},"C6D3230A-2CEA-4AFE-BFF3-DC1E2C2C4BB4","Picnicking","Enjoy lunch in our picnic area! Many picnic tables are available for use. Some are covered by a pavilion. Shade trees provide nice coverage on a hot, sunny day. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The picnic area can be accessed from the Summit Exit on Route 22. Visitors can also walk to the picnic area from the Summit Level. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> No reservations are taken for the picnic area. It is first come, first served. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Park grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset. ","The picnic area is first come, first served. ",[],[443],{"id":50,"name":51},[87],{"id":446,"url":447,"title":448,"shortDescription":449,"images":450,"relatedParks":460,"relatedOrganizations":462,"tags":463,"latitude":18,"longitude":18,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":464,"location":18,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":465,"isReservationRequired":40,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":157,"timeOfDayDescription":18,"feeDescription":222,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":40,"activities":466,"activityDescription":18,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":468,"reservationDescription":18,"season":469,"topics":470,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":39,"timeOfDay":474,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"DB207041-6A98-4CD6-8B46-946DBA8125AC","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Fthe-skew-arch-bridge.htm","The Skew Arch Bridge","The Skew Arch Bridge is an original feature of the Allegheny Portage Railroad. It is the only road bridge that was built along the path of the railroad. It was constructed of stone and allowed for Huntington, Cambria and Indiana Turnpike traffic to cross over the railroad. The \"skew arch\" was designed to accommodate the bend in the turnpike road. ",[451],{"url":452,"credit":15,"altText":453,"title":454,"description":18,"caption":454,"crops":455},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F0350FA6E-CFE6-B8DB-2EB957CDF6A41292.jpg","Stone bridge","Skew Arch Bridge",[456,458],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":457},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F0350FA6E-CFE6-B8DB-2EB957CDF6A41292.jpg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":459},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F0350FA6E-CFE6-B8DB-2EB957CDF6A41292.jpg",[461],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],[],"Accessible parking is available in front of the Skew Arch Bridge from Old Route 22. The bridge can be viewed from the parking lot. ",[467],{"id":160,"name":161},"The Skew Arch Bridge is an original feature of the Allegheny Portage Railroad. It is the only road bridge that was built along the path of the railroad. It was constructed of stone and allowed for Huntington, Cambria and Indiana Turnpike traffic to cross over the railroad. The \"skew arch\" was designed to accommodate the bend in the turnpike road. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Accessing the Skew Arch Bridge:\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Visitor can hike down a trail or the mowed incline to access the bridge. The trail is downhill on the way to the bridge and requires hiking up the steep incline on the way back from the bridge. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> To drive to the bridge, it is located between the lanes of \"old\" Route 22 approximately one mile from the Summit Exit \"new\" US Route 22. There are two parking spots on the traffic island in the middle of old US Route 22.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Park grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset. ",[229,230,196,231],[471],{"id":472,"name":473},"1015393C-D7B0-47F3-86FB-786F30368CA2","Bridges",[87],{"id":476,"url":477,"title":478,"shortDescription":479,"images":480,"relatedParks":490,"relatedOrganizations":492,"tags":493,"latitude":18,"longitude":18,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":494,"location":495,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":496,"isReservationRequired":40,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":157,"timeOfDayDescription":18,"feeDescription":497,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":40,"activities":498,"activityDescription":18,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":502,"reservationDescription":18,"season":503,"topics":504,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":40,"timeOfDay":506,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"0789C45C-0BCC-4B9F-8402-950CF40C2503","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Fwatch-the-park-movie.htm","Watch the park movie","The park movie is 20 minutes in length and is shown upon request in the Visitor Center theater during the building's hours of operation.",[481],{"url":482,"credit":15,"altText":483,"title":484,"description":18,"caption":484,"crops":485},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F944BFA67-CAB2-1EB5-B1FA90E0A5DD3AAF.jpeg","Movie theater","Fred R. Connacher Auditorium",[486,488],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":487},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F944BFA67-CAB2-1EB5-B1FA90E0A5DD3AAF.jpeg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":489},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F944BFA67-CAB2-1EB5-B1FA90E0A5DD3AAF.jpeg",[491],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],[],"The Fred R. Connacher Auditorium is located inside the Summit Level Visitor Center","Accessible seating is located at the top of the theater. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The park movie is captioned, with captions visible during every showing. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Service animals are welcome.","There are no fees for entrance or public activities at Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site. ",[499],{"id":500,"name":501},"CE84DEFA-D692-4165-96DF-D5FF56002E2F","Theater","The park movie is 20 minutes in length and is shown upon request in the Visitor Center theater during the building's hours of operation. This presentation gives an orientation to the Main Line Canal and Allegheny Portage Railroad. \u003Cbr \u002F>  ",[229,230,196,231],[505],{"id":167,"name":168},[87],{"id":508,"url":509,"title":510,"shortDescription":511,"images":512,"relatedParks":522,"relatedOrganizations":524,"tags":525,"latitude":18,"longitude":18,"geometryPoiId":18,"amenities":526,"location":18,"seasonDescription":18,"accessibilityInformation":527,"isReservationRequired":40,"ageDescription":18,"petsDescription":528,"timeOfDayDescription":18,"feeDescription":222,"age":18,"arePetsPermittedWithRestrictions":40,"activities":529,"activityDescription":18,"locationDescription":18,"doFeesApply":40,"longDescription":531,"reservationDescription":18,"season":532,"topics":533,"durationDescription":18,"arePetsPermitted":39,"timeOfDay":535,"duration":18,"credit":18,"relevanceScore":53},"718B6A6F-051C-4C35-B887-D5F81BE6AED2","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fthingstodo\u002Fhike-along-the-summit-level.htm","Hike along the Summit Level","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.",[513],{"url":514,"credit":15,"altText":515,"title":516,"description":18,"caption":516,"crops":517},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002F3BB54C4C-C94B-C90E-6054AEA5FF2B8B42.jpg","Railroad trace","Summit Level",[518,520],{"aspectRatio":22,"url":519},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fprimary\u002F3BB54C4C-C94B-C90E-6054AEA5FF2B8B42.jpg",{"aspectRatio":25,"url":521},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fcropped_image\u002Fsecondary\u002F3BB54C4C-C94B-C90E-6054AEA5FF2B8B42.jpg",[523],{"states":29,"parkCode":30,"designation":31,"fullName":32,"url":33,"name":34},[],[],[],"The terrain is mostly flat. The trail is a mixture of grassy and dirt surfaces. ","Pets are not allowed in any public building or office except for service animals.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> 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.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> Pet excrement must be removed from picnic areas, trails, and areas of heavy public use.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> More information on pets can be found in the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Falpo\u002Flearn\u002Fmanagement\u002Fsuperintendents-compendium.htm\">Superintendent's Compendium\u003C\u002Fa>.",[530],{"id":160,"name":161},"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.\u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> 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. \u003Cbr \u002F> \u003Cbr \u002F> The terrain is mostly flat. The trail is a mixture of grassy and dirt surfaces. ",[],[534],{"id":50,"name":51},[],[],{"id":538,"url":33,"fullName":32,"parkCode":30,"description":539,"latitude":540,"longitude":541,"latLong":542,"activities":543,"topics":573,"states":29,"contacts":632,"entranceFees":640,"entrancePasses":641,"fees":642,"directionsInfo":643,"directionsUrl":644,"operatingHours":645,"addresses":664,"images":673,"weatherInfo":706,"name":34,"designation":31,"multimedia":707,"relevanceScore":53},"3350C18C-8E07-487B-930E-37AD873D31AD","The first railroad to cross the Allegheny Mountains, the Allegheny Portage Railroad was the final piece of the Pennsylvania Main Line Canal. \"The Portage\" opened in 1834, marking the first time that there was one, direct route between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. 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Take the Gallitzin Exit and turn right, following the signs. Visitors prior to 1992 accessed the park in other ways, but the Gallitzin Exit of US Route 22 is the way to access the visitor center and historic area.","http:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Falpo\u002Fplanyourvisit\u002Fdirections.htm",[646],{"exceptions":647,"description":661,"standardHours":662,"name":32},[648,653,657],{"exceptionHours":649,"startDate":651,"name":652,"endDate":651},{"thursday":650},"Closed","2026-11-26","Thanksgiving Closure",{"exceptionHours":654,"startDate":655,"name":656,"endDate":655},{"friday":650},"2026-12-25","Christmas Day Closure",{"exceptionHours":658,"startDate":659,"name":660,"endDate":659},{"friday":650},"2027-01-01","New Year's Day Closure","The Visitor Center, Engine House No. 6 Exhibit Shelter and the Lemon House are closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays. 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The Staple Bend Tunnel can be accessed by hiking or biking approximately 2 miles from the trailhead","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fstructured_data\u002F2C3E5892-DF3F-B6CF-050662A2DEFDB59C.jpg",{"credit":15,"title":454,"altText":694,"caption":454,"url":695},"Bridge","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fstructured_data\u002F2CAD3742-E5F2-AEC4-AF86148FCC922056.jpg",{"credit":15,"title":697,"altText":391,"caption":697,"url":698},"The Visitor Center bookstore offers a variety of items for sale.","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fstructured_data\u002FBE3E1666-FDEA-8508-86A5E30176841B3C.jpeg",{"credit":15,"title":700,"altText":501,"caption":700,"url":701},"The theater features a 20 minute park movie.","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fstructured_data\u002FBE6AB335-0334-3175-76577187C04546C8.jpeg",{"credit":15,"title":703,"altText":704,"caption":703,"url":705},"Barrels and crates in the Visitor Center show items that traveled on the Main Line Canal.","Barrel","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nps.gov\u002Fcommon\u002Fuploads\u002Fstructured_data\u002FBE77D3FE-FB8B-3D66-D82497CBCD748596.jpeg","The park is located in Cambria County, PA, and is at the summit of the Allegheny Mountains. Therefore, the park often takes on winter extremes. If planning on traveling from a long distance, please contact the park beforehand to ensure that the facilities are open. Please consult weather forecasts to ensure conditions are safe to travel in. Spring, summer, and fall are generally uneventful, but severe thunderstorms can occur.",[]]