Golden Spike National Historic Site |
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6800 North Rd Corinne, UT 84307(435) 471-2209 |
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Preserving the land where the nation's first Transcontinental Railroad line was completed, the Golden Spike National Historic Site marks the point where the two halves of the United States were truly brought together. Connected on May 10, 1869 by a golden spike, the 1,776 miles of railway built by both the Union and Central Pacific companies were vital in allowing travel of goods and people from the east to west coast and the other way around. Today, the site features a visitor center with historic films and exhibits that detail the need for and impact impact of the railroad as well as many live demonstrations and reenactments during the summer months. A 1.5-mile walking trail runs along the railroad line and overlooks many remnants from the construction effort; a 14-mile drive shows off even more of the railroad and the evidence of its arduous building process. Positioned just east of the northern tip of the Great Salt Lake, the site is a 35-mile drive from Brigham City.
Open daily sunrise - sunset. Visitor center open daily 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Entry fee (7 day pass): Summer: Vehicles $7; Individuals $4; Winter: Vehicles $5; Individuals $3.
Hotels
Hampton Inn Tremonton, 19.1 miles from Golden Spike National Historic Site
