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Niles Canyon Railway

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Niles Canyon Railway

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  • Location: Sunol, Alameda County, California, United States

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    March 29, 2021

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    The history of trains in Niles Canyon dates back to the building of the original transcontinental railroad. The first Western Pacific Railroad Company (formed in 1862) started construction in San …

    May 13, 2025

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    The Niles Canyon Railway Museum preserves the history of railroads in California. The museum is free, but only open on select Sundays, so check their schedule before going.

    May 16, 2025

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    ​The history of trains in Niles Canyon dates back to the building of the original transcontinental railroad. Today, you can still take train trips around the scenic and historic Niles Canyon Route on old-timey steam /diesel trains.
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    Location: Sunol, Alameda County, California, United States

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