Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark
Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark
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B9741CUannr
Redford, MI5 đóng góp
thg 6 năm 2023 • Cặp đôi
The cog train to take you to the top of the viewing platform was not working, so the only way to get up there was climb steps. And only the gift shop was open, not the museum.
Đã viết vào 6 tháng 6, 2023
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randyzook
Altoona, Pennsylvania:11 đóng góp
thg 8 năm 2022
I take my family there at least once a year. My young sons love this place and luckily, we live so close not a problem to visit often. You won't be disappointed.
Đã viết vào 28 tháng 2, 2023
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michelle t
9 đóng góp
thg 6 năm 2022
this was a spontaneous stop, but we thoroughly enjoyed it and were very glad to see the train going by. spectacular to see the trains around the curve. must see.
Đã viết vào 22 tháng 11, 2022
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Sundncr
Washington DC, Quận Columbia1.070 đóng góp
thg 10 năm 2022
If you are visiting from Altoona, you can purchase a combined ticket for this site at the Railroaders Memorial Museum in Altoona. The drive from Altoona to this museum site is spectacular with a lot of natural beauty. A reservoir sits close to the musuem.
Parking is free. Beware though, you have to climb 194 steps uphill to reach the top from where you can see the trains pass by. So, you have to be in reasonably good health.
At the top, there are train exhibits and picnic area. It is exciting to see the reservoir at the bottom and watch the trains pass by. The person at the reception did not know the exact schedule of the trains. But, waiting for half an hour, I was able to see a train pass by.
The entire horseshoe bend is like a mile and a half long. You are like in the middle of a racetrack and watching the horses(trains) go by.
Parking is free. Beware though, you have to climb 194 steps uphill to reach the top from where you can see the trains pass by. So, you have to be in reasonably good health.
At the top, there are train exhibits and picnic area. It is exciting to see the reservoir at the bottom and watch the trains pass by. The person at the reception did not know the exact schedule of the trains. But, waiting for half an hour, I was able to see a train pass by.
The entire horseshoe bend is like a mile and a half long. You are like in the middle of a racetrack and watching the horses(trains) go by.
Đã viết vào 31 tháng 10, 2022
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Maria D
1 đóng góp
thg 10 năm 2022 • Cặp đôi
Must make sure you have a chance to check this out! Beautiful ride for the day. Gift shop didn’t have much to purchase. Incline tram was not working
Đã viết vào 20 tháng 10, 2022
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mrdo43
Byram, NJ60 đóng góp
thg 10 năm 2022
Even if you're not into trains you'll be impressed by this engineering feat that has lifted railroads over the mountain for nearly 170 years. Triple-tracked around the curve, it is possible to see 2 and 3 trains at a time squeal through the bend. The usual freight traffic is augmented by several daily Amtrak passenger trains. Pusher engines aid uphill loads and return light a short time later.
There is no schedule and traffic lulls are common. Bring a lunch, there are tables and benches throughout the grass lawn. A speaker broadcast occasional communications from the trains during our visit.
A small fee is collected in the store at the base of the very long flight of steps(with rest stops) to the viewing area. The funicular has been out of service but they were testing it during our visit, so maybe soon. Bathrooms are at the store so plan accordingly.
There is no schedule and traffic lulls are common. Bring a lunch, there are tables and benches throughout the grass lawn. A speaker broadcast occasional communications from the trains during our visit.
A small fee is collected in the store at the base of the very long flight of steps(with rest stops) to the viewing area. The funicular has been out of service but they were testing it during our visit, so maybe soon. Bathrooms are at the store so plan accordingly.
Đã viết vào 16 tháng 10, 2022
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judylaper
Markesan, WI39 đóng góp
thg 10 năm 2022 • Cặp đôi
What an awesome find. Price is reasonable. Nice small museum plus the observation platform. Watching the trains go around the Horseshoe Curve was a neat experience. Fun for young and old alike. Only thing is when we went the tram was out of commission. So if you’re not up to walking several flights of stairs you can’t get up up close to trains going through. Not sure how long it will be down.
Đã viết vào 12 tháng 10, 2022
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rturian
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania:39 đóng góp
thg 9 năm 2022 • Gia đình
We visited with our grandkids before going to a Curve baseball game. Took a picnic lunch, which worked out fine.
Upon arrival, everyone needed to use the restroom. Guess what?!! You can’t without paying the admission fee!!!! Really?? After a two hour drive, we have to pay to use the restroom!!! Something needs to be done about this. Can’t be right.
Next, we had to walk up nearly 200 steps. We knew about this in advance, but just beware.
Lastly, no train came by for nearly 45 minutes, by which time we were walking back down, since we had the game to get to.
Upon arrival, everyone needed to use the restroom. Guess what?!! You can’t without paying the admission fee!!!! Really?? After a two hour drive, we have to pay to use the restroom!!! Something needs to be done about this. Can’t be right.
Next, we had to walk up nearly 200 steps. We knew about this in advance, but just beware.
Lastly, no train came by for nearly 45 minutes, by which time we were walking back down, since we had the game to get to.
Đã viết vào 1 tháng 10, 2022
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mrpesce
Doylestown, Pennsylvania:605 đóng góp
thg 8 năm 2022
This is one of those must see once to say you saw it. The lift was broken so the stairs were a bit of a challenge. Got to see a train go through the curve and went through the museum.
Đã viết vào 26 tháng 9, 2022
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Mary V
Mechanicsville, VA136 đóng góp
thg 9 năm 2022
First off, I have to say the reason my rating is poor is not because of the landmark itself. Horseshoe Curve is very picturesque. The problem was the air horn competition/club that was running trucks with air horns in the trucks beds, setting the darn things off at uneven, unannounced intervals. These air horns had to be powered by generators and air compressors to get enough power/pressure to even sound off. Who thought it was a great idea to use the curve, a NATIONAL LANDMARK, as a point to do this? The horns were so loud, you couldn't talk to the person next to you, and you couldn't hear the trains as they went around the curve. I expected better from a place that is a National Landmark. Oh, and the store clerk was real sarcastic to those of us who did complain. "We like it, so there." What kind of attitude is that from a clerk ? I wasn't there with her permission?!!!!!!!!!!!
Đã viết vào 22 tháng 9, 2022
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Are pets allowed
SGcvn69
Munhall, Pennsylvania:1.047 đóng góp
Yes, on the observation deck, but not the museum
Jessica H
Albany, Georgia, United States9 đóng góp
Is the museum kid friendly? I have an almost 4-year-old who loves trains but is it engaging for kids?
krpg2015
Kittanning, Pennsylvania41 đóng góp
The museum at the curve is good enough to just take a break at. I wouldn’t go to the curve just for the museum. The museum in Altoona on the other hand is well worth it for all ages.
TravelHelper2013
Canada152 đóng góp
This might seem to be a silly question: Do you climb the stairs to look down at the tracks or would the tracks be above you? I have seen some conflicting pictures. Maybe there are two levels of a parking lot where you look up at the trains and other pics I have seen were from an aerial view?
Justin W
York, Pennsylvania:4.429 đóng góp
There's steps and a trolley going up the incline. The tracks aren't below or above you; they surround you and pass you.
How many steps are there to climb if we would decide to walk up to the "Curve", instead of taking the trolly car? Thank you for any help you can give. 😊
A3698YVjonc
Hershey, Pennsylvania:20 đóng góp
194 - was a nice walk with several landings where you can stop.
78traveler
NJ54 đóng góp
I would like to see both the curve and the museum. I understand that the ticket allows you to see both. Are they close by? Are they connected by the funicular? Where should I park? I'm a little confused and unable to figure it out online. Thanks!
harveylipshitz
NY84 đóng góp
After visiting both I'm a little confused myself by some of the answers you are getting. The Pennsylvania Railroaders Memorial Museum is in downtown Altoona (1300 9th st) and is 3 floors packed with stuff about the Pennsylvania Railroad plus they have a gift shop. There is also a building in that complex where the Pennsy K-4 that was on Horseshoe Curve for so many years sits in numerous pcs. There is plenty of parking there and they will give you a small map on how to get to Horseshoe Curve which is 5 or 6 miles away and will take you a good 10 minutes to drive to as it's not in town. Once again there is plenty of parking there. You can buy a wrist band at either place that is good for both locations and if you're a senior you get a buck off. There is a small museum in the same building that you go to to ride the funicular but it's not much compared to the one downtown. Also a small gift shop @ Horseshoe.
Brandi C
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania:7 đóng góp
I would like to bring my 87 yr old grandfather but I'm worried there will be too much walking. He does get around ok but just can't go long distances. Is it possible to see what we need to see without walking incredibly far?
terry1232017
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania:84 đóng góp
He would have no trouble in the museum and gift shop. It is indoors and level. The view from the top is a must to see and there is a "elevator" or "cable car" to take him up to there. Once to the top there are benches and shade and a level observation deck for him to enjoy the majestic view. I say take your Grandfather and enjoy the day! God bless you and him!
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Isabel T
Carlisle, Pennsylvania:24 đóng góp
When is best time to visit the horseshoe curve national park to see the different color of the trees?
We were there September 14-20 and the trees were just barely starting to change color. I'm sure by now, the colors should be really be 'in bloom'.
Ken Koren
La Grange Park, Il
TravelHelper2013
Canada152 đóng góp
Is there a few to visit and walk up the steps? Or only to ride the incline and visit the museum?
It looks like a beautiful place to visit, but I don't know about paying such a high admission. Don't think it is in the budget unfortunately
Justin W
York, Pennsylvania:4.429 đóng góp
There is a stair case right to the top that you can use at will and a cable car that runs every 30 minutes. I can't see a way to escape the admission fee. You could get caught by a worker.
Cheryl L
Barnegat1 đóng góp
How do you get to the top for a picnic, on the Funicular? Is that where you go to watch the trains go by?
RRmuseum_Horseshoe Curve
Altoona, Pennsylvania:
you can use the funicular which runs every 30 minutes or take the stairs (194) to the top. The funicular is included in your admission price to the HSC.
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