Railtown 1897 State Historic Park


Railtown 1897 State Historic Park

Parks Directory of the United States / State Parks / California
Location:At 5th Avenue and Reservoir Road in Jamestown, 3 miles south of Sonora.
Facilities:Historical buildings and exhibits, interpretive center, gift shop, picnic areas (é)
Activities:Steam train excursion rides (seasonal), guided tours.
Special Features:Park is home to the Historic Jamestown Shops and Roundhouse—an intactand still-functioning steam locomotive repair and maintenance facility,portions of which date back to 1897. This one-of-a-kind attractioncombines industrial heritage and railroad history with the lore ofHollywood's film industry -- the park's historic locomotives andrailroad cars have appeared in more than 200 films, TV productions, andcommercials.
Address:c/o Capital District Office
101 J St
Sacramento, CA 95814
Phone:209-984-3953
Web: www.railtown1897.org
Size: 24.2 acres.
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