Steamtown National Historic Site

Experience a part of American railroading that hasn't existed for nearly a century-the era of the steam locomotive! Steamtown National Historic Site was established on October 30, 1986, to further public understanding and appreciation of the role steam railroading played in the development of the United States. It is the only place in the National Park System where the story of steam railroading, and the people who made it possible, is told.

150 South Washington Avenue
Scranton, PA 18503-2018
(570) 340-5200 - Headquarters
(888) 693-9391 - Toll-Free (outside the 570 area code)

By Plane
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) at Avoca serves the greater Pocono Northeast.

By Car
From I-84W or I-80E, take I-380W to I-81S, Exit 53 (Central Scranton Expressway). From I-476N or I-80W, take I-81N to Exit 53. Turn left at first traffic light, then follow Lackawanna Avenue past seven traffic signals. Left hand turn from Lackawanna Avenue to Cliff Street.

Warm and sometimes humid summers; cold and rainy or snowy winters. Wear seasonable clothing and good walking shoes.

Here are some of the activities that are offered at Mount Rainier National Park.

• Educational Programs

Recommended Activities
Locomotive Shop Tours, "Ranger's Choice" Tours, "Living History" Programs, passenger railroad excursions (seasonal)