Becker Farm Railroad, Historical miniature railroad in Roseland, United States.
The Becker Farm Railroad was a narrow-gauge railway with tracks about 9 and 7/16 inches wide that ran across approximately 7,000 feet through the garden landscapes of New Jersey. The line carried visitors in small passenger cars through the agricultural lands of the property.
The railroad was established in 1938 and began passenger service in 1948, operating for two decades before closing in 1972. Construction of Interstate 280 made further operations at the site impossible.
The railroad served as both a recreational attraction and a promotional tool for Becker Farm, showcasing local agricultural products to visiting families.
The trains ran on Saturdays from May through October and on Wednesdays during July and August, with each car accommodating up to eight passengers. The operation followed seasonal schedules that aligned with the farm's busier periods.
Locomotive Number 1501, a scaled replica of a Delaware Lackawanna & Western Q-1, was preserved after the line closed and is now displayed in Howell, Michigan. This small engine represents the technical skill of miniature railroad builders.
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