Converging lines, abandoned railroad (EBT, 15 of 16)
East Broadtop Railroad (EBT).
Mount Union, PA.
Given the extensive foot traffic and well-worn paths in the area, I carefully made my way a little closer to get the perspective on the hopper cars that I wanted.
Here's a link to more of my railroad related images.
Background
I was inspired to seek out this section of the railroad by one of lostfate13's photos:
www.flickr.com/photos/35555684@N00/266562155/
A little internet research turned up this excellent guide to the EBT railroad throughout the region:
www.spikesys.com/EBT/ebt_guid.html
Lawrence Biemiller has a good map and brief history of the EBTRR:
www.iceandcoal.org/ebt/ebt.html
Portions of the original line in Orbisonia, PA have been rehabilitated and operate seasonally as a tourist attraction. Here's one place to start looking for more info:
The Friends of the East Broad Top railroad operates a restoration crew, and the webpage welcomes new enthusiasts:
Converging lines, abandoned railroad (EBT, 15 of 16)
East Broadtop Railroad (EBT).
Mount Union, PA.
Given the extensive foot traffic and well-worn paths in the area, I carefully made my way a little closer to get the perspective on the hopper cars that I wanted.
Here's a link to more of my railroad related images.
Background
I was inspired to seek out this section of the railroad by one of lostfate13's photos:
www.flickr.com/photos/35555684@N00/266562155/
A little internet research turned up this excellent guide to the EBT railroad throughout the region:
www.spikesys.com/EBT/ebt_guid.html
Lawrence Biemiller has a good map and brief history of the EBTRR:
www.iceandcoal.org/ebt/ebt.html
Portions of the original line in Orbisonia, PA have been rehabilitated and operate seasonally as a tourist attraction. Here's one place to start looking for more info:
The Friends of the East Broad Top railroad operates a restoration crew, and the webpage welcomes new enthusiasts: