Jim Thorpe Train

Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway: Trademark of the Reading & N…    

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Located in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, our Lehigh Gorge passenger train rides take you on a 70-minute round-trip narrated tour which follows the Lehigh River’s scenic views in the iconic Lehigh …
Located in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, our Lehigh Gorge passenger train rides take you on a 70-minute round-trip narrated tour which follows the Lehigh River’s scenic views in the iconic Lehigh Gorge State Park. High-rising cliffs and mountain scenery surround the train along the route to Old Penn Haven. Wildlife is plentiful and you will see hikers and bikers on the rail-trail as well as white water rafters battling the river. During your train ride, you will learn about railroad lore, local wildlife, the history of the anthracite coal region, and the people who launched America into the Industrial Age. Seasonal days and hours apply throughout the year. Call for more information or visit our website for current schedules!

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Aug 13, 2024
It’s a relaxing trip . Don’t expect to see much more than trees . Conductors were very friendly and knowledgeable . Kids might get bored . Full review by KCfromKCNY
Aug 1, 2024
This was a roundtrip from Honesdale, PA towards Hawley, PA. Conductor provided non-stop information that was very interesting and understandable. Ticket agent offered seating choice with either rive… Full review by Butchy11
Jul 29, 2024
Booked site seeing ride that was a 70 minute trip. Upgraded to a Dome Car. Trip took 30 minutes one way then had to switch engine to go back the same way. Could not see anything that was being descri… Full review by Domenick L
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differences between First Class Lounge,Vista Class Dome Car,Crown Class car Standard Coach and Open Air ??
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Open air is literally open to the air, no windows. If it’s warm, I’d do that. Dome cars having higher seating and it’s like looking out of a cockpit, not as much of a view. We did that. The …
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Open air is literally open to the air, no windows. If it’s warm, I’d do that. Dome cars having higher seating and it’s like looking out of a cockpit, not as much of a view. We did that. The seats are super cushy (at least on the dome car we were in).
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Answer by Kathy H · Jul 29, 2024
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Hi, do you have rides on December 31 2021, or January 1 2022?
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Sorry, I cannot answer your question, you would need to contact the railroad for an answer, although my guess would be that they do not operate in colder weather. We were there mid …
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Sorry, I cannot answer your question, you would need to contact the railroad for an answer, although my guess would be that they do not operate in colder weather. We were there mid Summer.
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planning to visit tomorrow; oct 28th. what is the train schedule?
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Google "Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway" to obtain their website for the schedule.
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Is it high. I hate heights thanks
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There is a bridge over the river that you cross. That may seem high. The train stops on the bridge on the way back.
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Answer by Paul B · Oct 3, 2021
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After arrival Can I buy ticket at window?
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Yes, tickets can be purchased at the ticket window in Jim Thorpe!
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What is the lehigh gorge train?
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Lehigh Gorge Trains are operated by the Reading & Northern Railroad from Downtown Jim Thorpe into the Lehigh Gorge State Park and back.
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