New York Central Railroad Adirondack Division Historic District

The New York Central Railroad Adirondack Division Historic District is a railroad site spread across parts of six counties in the Adirondack region, preserving various buildings from its operating period. The site includes stations, workshops, and other structures that show how railroad operations were organized in this mountainous area.

The line started as the Mohawk and Malone Railway and became the Adirondack Division of the New York Central Railroad in 1913. This route was crucial for connecting central New York with Canada and fundamentally changed how people could reach the Adirondack region.

The station buildings and locomotive facilities still show how railroad work and travel looked in the early 1900s. You can see how the architecture reflects the importance this route had for trade between New York and Canada.

The site spreads across several counties, so it makes sense to explore different locations on foot or by car. Many buildings sit in remote areas, so you should be ready for good hiking trails and sturdy footwear.

Wealthy railroad businessman William Seward Webb had the line built partly to reach his private estate Nehasane Park. He traveled in a luxurious private car, showing how railroads were also used for pleasure by the rich.

Location: Franklin County

Location: Essex County

Location: Hamilton County

Location: Herkimer County

Location: Oneida County

Location: St. Lawrence County

GPS coordinates: 43.89440,-74.44060

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:40