Are tickets required in advance?

Yes, booking tickets in advance is recommended as rides can sell out, especially on weekends and holidays.

Is the train wheelchair accessible?

The train offers limited accessibility; please contact East Broad Top directly to discuss specific needs.

How long is the total experience?

The entire experience, including the train ride, trolley ride, and walking tour, lasts approximately 2 to 3 hours.

Can I bring food or drinks on the train?

Outside food and drinks are not permitted on the train, but there are nearby options before or after your ride.

Wear comfortable clothes and dress in layers to adjust to changing temperatures on the train and trolley.

Are children allowed?

Yes, this experience is family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages.

Scenic Train & Trolley Ride in Rockhill, Pennsylvania

Experience a charming journey through Pennsylvania with East Broad Top's 10:30am Train & Trolley General Admission. This unique adventure blends a relaxing steam train ride along historic tracks with an electric trolley ride at the nearby Rockhill Trolley Museum. Guests start with a scenic one-hour ride in a vintage steam locomotive, moving through peaceful rural landscapes and absorbing early 20th-century railroad nostalgia. After the train ride, visitors can explore the Rockhill Trolley Museum, where they take an electric trolley ride and enjoy a guided walking tour of the restoration facilities, witnessing efforts to preserve classic trolleys. This combined experience provides a wonderful way to appreciate transportation heritage, enjoy fresh air, and take in picturesque views of Pennsylvania's countryside. Whether you're a history buff, a family seeking a relaxed outing, or a train enthusiast, this activity offers something memorable and educational for all ages.

About East Broad Top

East Broad Top is a fully restored narrow-gauge railroad based in Rockhill, Pennsylvania, preserving one of the nation's most complete 3-foot gauge rail systems. The railroad operates historic steam locomotives, gasoline-electric motorcars, and vintage equipment to offer public excursions, special events, and behind-the-scenes tours. Guests can choose from scenic steam train rides, trolley rides in partnership with the Rockhill Trolley Museum, seasonal celebrations, and exclusive guided tours led by skilled staff.

Historic attractions include one-hour steam train excursions, the M-3 and M-1 gasoline motorcar journeys, and specialty experiences such as the Master Mechanic's Tour and Archivist's Tour. The Master Mechanic's Tour grants visitors access to the roundhouse and rare narrow-gauge steam locomotives, while the Archivist's Tour offers a view of preserved documents and artifacts at Orbisonia Station. The property also hosts the Central Pennsylvania Ragtime & American Music Festival and seasonal events like Christmas in Coal Country.

Ticketed options include general admission train and trolley combinations, boxed lunches for pickup, and festival all-access passes. Seating on several motorcar excursions is limited, and many experiences provide insider access to restoration facilities and historic collections. Interpretive staff, preservation-focused programming, and the railroad's tangible archive materials support the site's educational value. East Broad Top's commitment to restoration, public programming, and collaboration with local museums makes it a trusted destination for visitors seeking authentic narrow-gauge railroad history.

Visitors can explore restoration workshops, observe ongoing repairs, and learn from volunteers and staff who maintain the historic equipment and archives through scheduled programs and seasonal demonstrations.