Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine & Steam Train, Coal mining museum and historic steam train in Ashland, United States
The Pioneer Tunnel extends 1,800 feet into Mahanoy Mountain, where visitors travel aboard mining cars through actual anthracite coal mine passages.
Since 1962, this restored underground mine portal has educated visitors about Pennsylvania's coal mining industry through guided tours and historical exhibits.
The facility preserves the industrial traditions of anthracite coal mining through demonstrations, artifacts, and firsthand accounts of mining operations.
The mine maintains a constant temperature between 48 and 52 degrees Fahrenheit, requiring visitors to bring warm clothing for the 35-minute underground tour.
Guests can combine underground mine exploration with rides on the Henry Clay, a narrow-gauge steam locomotive from 1920s that circles the mountain.
Location: Ashland
Website: https://www.pioneertunnel.com/
Phone: +1(570)8753850
Email: rzangari@pioneertunnel.com
Website: https://pioneertunnel.com
GPS coordinates: 40.77795,-76.35250
Latest update: March 4, 2025 21:26
Pennsylvania combines historical sites and natural areas. The region features waterfalls, mining museums, colonial architecture, and nature parks. Visitors can explore archaeological sites, historic mansions, Japanese gardens, and lighthouses. The landscape includes mountains, lakes, and forests with hiking trails.
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