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Golden Spike National Historical Park

One of the greatest technological achievements of the 19th century is the completion of the first transcontinental railroad across the United States. Visitors to the park can see the location of the Last Spike Site, 1869 railroad construction features, walk or drive on the original railroad grade, and get an up close view of Victorian era replica locomotives.

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Photos

Two replica victorian age steam locomotives face each other on the original railroad grade
Connect with the history by viewing the site's replica steam locomotives in action
The Golden Spike National Historical Park's Visitor Center colorful stone entrance
Golden Spike's Visitor Center is the best the best place to start your exploration of this unique piece of American History.
Winter View of Golden Spike Entrance Sign
Winter View of Golden Spike Entrance Sign
The Big Fill is a 400 foot long 80 foot high mound of packed earth that bridged a ravine
Visitors can explore fifteen miles of the historic grade that was prepared for track by the two railroad companies
The Golden Spike
Photo of actual Golden Spike courtesy of Cantor Arts Center at Stanford University
Two locomotives the 119 and Jupiter facing each other on a track.
Each day the locomotives are moved to the last spike site to recreate the marriage of the rails.
Winter View on the Big Fill Trail
Sunner winter day on the Big Fill Loop Trail.
Recreation of May 10th Champagne Photo
Recreation of famous Champagne photo during annual May 10th Commemoration.

Activities

  • Food
  • Picnicking
  • Guided Tours
  • Self-Guided Tours - Walking
  • Self-Guided Tours - Auto
  • Hiking
  • Front-Country Hiking
  • Living History
  • Reenactments
  • Junior Ranger Program
  • Park Film
  • Museum Exhibits
  • Shopping
  • Bookstore and Park Store