Take a most beautiful drive thru the Allegheny Mountains. Experience the challenge the Pennsylvania railroad workers overcame by completing rail tracks through this rough terrain. Once you have arrived at the Horseshoe Curve, enjoy one of the world's most incredible engineering feats.

Ride the funicular or walk the 194 beautiful landscaped steps to the tracks for a front seat view of a train mans' wonder. You will also find the Horseshoe Curve to be a relaxing and entertaining place to enjoy a picnic lunch.

Be sure to stop by the Visitors Center to view the descriptive displays that will help you better appreciate the work involved in building such a marvel.

Stop in our specialty gift shop featuring one of a kind railroad items.

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