wannamaker kempton and sourthern

[dpfan1]

has anyone rode the wanamaker kempton and southern in kempton?

 

[joneau]

It's the "Wanamaker, Kempton and Southern" Railroad. And yes, I have ridden the line

 

[SPNGTyler]

Pictures?

*Ten Whatevers*

 

[cascaderailroad]

It really is a worthwhile trip, small loco's, ride through the woods, not such a long ride though. On all tourist RR I would recommend the all day trip (unlimited rides).

The New Hope & Ivyland, Stasburg, Wilmington & Western, Blue Mountan & Reading, and possibly Steamtown would be a great 4-5 day tripper.

I believe there are 3 more tourist RR out in Western Pa.

 

[SPNGTyler]

Forrgeting East Broad Top.

But yea. Next year or so, Im plannin on takin a trip to the East Coast. Going to hit every railroad we can. So thanks for lettin me know of another line out there.

 

[cascaderailroad]

East Broad Top RR is utterly fantastic for it's own 3 day (Fri, Sat & Sun) Fall Spectacular weekend in October ! :mop: :udrool: :mop: And the RR Overlook park & hotel at Cassandra. Also the Bridgeview Inn-Harrisburg(Marysville), Cresson Inn and Tunnel Inn-Galitzin @ $125 per night. Altoona has many hotels and motels $45 and upwards, and 3 campgrounds in 3 counties.

 

[dpfan1]

yes

$6.00 for an all day pass

 

[dpfan1]

the ride to wanamaker is a 6 1/2 mile round trip.

 

[LVman]

Congratulations, you can state the obvious. Dunno if your slow mind comprehends, but there is this thing, called "Google" and most of these tourist lines have caught up to the era with their own web pages, where I can find information like that.
Seriously. I now believe you ride the short bus every day with a helmet, with ravage attempts to lick the windows...

 

[dpfan1]

the Wanamaker Kempton & Southern runs steam in july with the 65.

 

[dpfan1]

for some of you Reading company fans the Wanamaker Kempton & southern runs on a ex Reading company branch line.

 

[joneau]

How about posting some information about the WK&S for those unfamiliar with it?

First off, the official site: http://www.kemptontrain.com/

Then we have Jeff-z.com, a site run by a volunteer with a lot of great info on the railroad's history and equipment: http://www.jeff-z.com/wks/wks.html

For those of you unfamiliar with the railroad, the line is 3.5 miles of the former "Schuylkill & Lehigh" branch of the Reading Company. The line between Wanamakers and south of Kempton was purchased in 1960 as a tourist railroad.

Originally, the railroad ran with an 0-4-0T and several old Reading heavyweights. Today, the railroad still runs steam with their 0-6-0T 65, but with repairs needed, the railroad is now using three switcher type diesels. They also have a small 2-6-2 that the railroad plans to rebuild.

Obviously, check the railroad's website for schedule details. As for the ride, this is one of the few places untouched by time. There are no modern buildings along the right of way, and the classic equipment makes it feel like you're riding a Reading local instead of a tourist train. The cost is $6 for the whole day and as many rides as you like. You can also get a cab ride for no extra cost, only signing a waiver. It's a true volunteer operation, to say the least.

Here are a few videos:
0-6-0T 65: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zS0RCkTYUc
45 tonner 7258: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYzDy86reQw
65 tonner 602: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6IvCwA7yO-0
WK&S's newest engine, 65 tonner 734: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_90USJ5e5YI

So there you go. If you're ever in the area, I highly recommend visiting the railroad for the authentic feel

 

[dpfan1]

i might go to the WK&S sometime this month.

 

[dpfan1]

does the WK&S have cab rides when they are run steam?

 

[joneau]

does the WK&S have cab rides when they are run steam?

Yes, you can get a cab ride in #65 after you buy a ticket and sign a waiver. However, #65 is in need of heavy repairs, so the three diesels are pulling the trains for now. There is rumor that the #65 will run for the Harvest Moon Special in October and the Santa Claus Trains in December, but that has yet to be confirmed

 

[dpfan1]

did the 65 broke down on the main line?

 

[dpfan1]

on my frist vist to the WK&S the 65 broke down one mile short of Wanamaker. a diesel had to come and resuce the train. the 65 had to run light back to kempton. the reason that caused the 65 to break down was it,s ash pan drop.

 

[brokensleeper]

Double post, sorry.

 

[brokensleeper]

Did the 65 break down on the main line?

On my first visit to the WK&S the 65 broke down one mile short of Wanamaker. A diesel had to come and resuce the train. The 65 had to run light back to kempton. The reason that caused the 65 to break down was it's ash pan drop.

Looks like you answered your own question.

Please try to use proper spelling grammar when posting.

Ps. Please think before posting

 

[dpfan1]

i am trying my best to spell right.