Two replica victorian age steam locomotives face each other on the original railroad grade

National Historical Park

Golden Spike National Historical Park

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Info

One of the greatest technological achievements of the 19th century is the completion of the first transcontinental railroad across the United States. Visitors to the park can see the location of the Last Spike Site, 1869 railroad construction features, walk or drive on the original railroad grade, and get an up close view of Victorian era replica locomotives.

Park Photos

Two replica victorian age steam locomotives face each other on the original railroad grade
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Connect with the history by viewing the site's replica steam locomotives in action

Credit: NPS Photo

Two replica victorian age steam locomotives face each other on the original railroad grade
The Golden Spike National Historical Park's Visitor Center colorful stone entrance
Winter View of Golden Spike Entrance Sign
The Big Fill is a 400 foot long 80 foot high mound of packed earth that bridged a ravine
The Golden Spike
Two locomotives the 119 and Jupiter facing each other on a track.
Winter View on the Big Fill Trail
Recreation of May 10th Champagne Photo

Activities

Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Self-Guided Tours - Auto
Living History
Reenactments
Junior Ranger Program
Museum Exhibits
Bookstore and Park Store
Picnicking
Hiking
Front-Country Hiking
Park Film
Food
Shopping

Fees

Passes

Operating Hours

WINTER HOURS All park landscapes and outdoor features are open seven days a week, sunrise to sunset, year-round. This includes the Big Fill Trail, Historic Last Spike Site, East Auto Tour, picnic areas, outdoor exhibits, and restrooms. NOTE: Seasonal access to some areas may be limited during the winter months due to weather events and other unforeseen circumstances. See Visitor Center and Park Alerts for seasonal schedules and closures.

DayHours
Friday
All Day
Monday
All Day
Sunday
All Day
Tuesday
Closed
Saturday
All Day
Thursday
All Day
Wednesday
Closed

Weather info

Golden Spike National Historical Park is located in a high desert environment in the Promontory Mountains near the north end of the Great Salt Lake. The temperatures can reach over 100 degrees in the summer and dip into single digits in the winter, with much of the park blanketed in snow. Visitors are recommended to check forecasts before coming to our site and come prepared for changing weather conditions.