Junction Valley Railroad - Bridgeport, MI
N 43° 20.087 W 083° 50.014
17T E 270292 N 4801892
The Largest Quarter-Size Railroad in the World!
Waymark Code: WM3WE8
Location: Michigan, United States
Date Posted: 05/25/2008
Views: 55
The entire railroad is a display. All buildings, bridges, tunnels, trestles, trains, etc., were designed, engineered, and built on-site by William A. Stenger and family. Come ride with us on a 2-mile train ride.
Amenities At Junction Valley Railroad Include:
The only diamond crossing trestle in the world
A complete blocking and crossing signal system
5-track switch yard with some automatic switches
Over 60 operating track switches
Grades up to 5% going 22 feet down into a valley
9 fully equipped engines scaled after diesels
Over 30 buildings and stations
Over 75 cars of all types, kinds, and sizes
Almost 4 miles of track, including sidings
A 10-stall roundhouse with turntable
16 railroad bridges and 5 highway bridges
Over 865 feet of trestle and bridges
Tunnel over 100 feet long
Concession stand with service from box cars
Picnic area, playground, and pavilions
Gauge of railway: 1/4 scale
Engine Type: Diesel
Miniature Railroads Web Page: [Web Link]
Public Availability: Seasonal
Ride Fee: Yes
If Yes: $5.00 for children 18m-12y, $6.00 for adults 13-64y, $5.75 for seniors 65y
Entrance Fee: No
If There is an Additional Fee: $0.00
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Visit Instructions:Provide a picture of something with the train or related to the train. Possible photos include the train itself at any location along the route, a picture of the scenery with part of the train in view, the kids borrowing the engineer’s hat or of a family member with one of the miniature r.r. crossing signs. Show us you had a good time visiting the train. If the train isn't running when you visit get a photo of one of the miniature railway related items that can be found in locations like this
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