BNSF Mainline ~ Goffs, California
Posted by: 
brwhiz
N 34° 55.210 W 115° 03.817
11S E 676881 N 3865901
The grade crossing at Goffs on the BNSF mainline is a good place to see some impressive front-end power in action.
Waymark Code: WMFJAV
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 10/25/2012
Views: 2
Goffs is the "Top of the Hill" as the BNSF climbs up from Needles headed for Barstow. This grade means that there is usually a lot of front-end units pulling the train plus some helpers interspersed throughout the string. There is plenty of gravel off-road parking a short distance from the tracks from which you can observe in complete safety.
If you need a break between trains or want to just see something different, the historic Goffs Schoolhouse is just a short walk (or drive) away to the north.
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, in vehicle only
Related website: Not listed
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