Lehigh Railroad

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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Oct 25, 2024
It was so boring. Takes you about 20 minutes one way, then back. Did not take us over the gorge. So disappointing! The town is beautiful and staff was very nice. Full review by Kristy M
Oct 12, 2024
Don't waste your money! Bought "Crown Coach Class" tickets at 1pm for the 3pm ride. We boarded at 2:40 (10 minutes after boarding began) and there were no seats with unobstructed view in our secti… Full review by Renae S
Oct 5, 2024
The train and ride was ok. The man speaking into the microphone was horrid. He had a low voice and did not enunciated, so you couldn't understand a word he said. Would've been nice to hear about t… Full review by Mobile12555513601
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Questions & answers

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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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