Colfax Amtrak Station
Posted by: 
brwhiz
N 39° 05.962 W 120° 57.195
10S E 676991 N 4329797
The historic Colfax Train Station, now serving Amtrak riders, is a great place to watch trains go by (or stop for passengers).
Waymark Code: WMFHY3
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 10/23/2012
Views: 2
In addition to the Amtrak California Zephyr which passes through here daily, this is the old Southern Pacific (now part of Union Pacific) mainline over Donner Pass between Reno and Sacramento. Trains pulling the grade are moving at a pace that allows leisurely observation of the activity.
There is plenty of shade at the depot and lots of opportunities for food and drink a short distance away in downtown Colfax. And there is a heritage museum in the depot building to provide alternative entertainment during the short periods when no trains are passing.
What Best Describes This Location: Mainline
Other Describe: None
If there is a fee how much?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Is this rail location handicap accessible?: Yes
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