Driving Creek Railway, Mountain railway in Coromandel, New Zealand.
The narrow-gauge railway spans 3 kilometers through native forest, incorporating three tunnels, ten bridges, and steep inclines reaching the Eyefull Tower.
Potter Barry Brickell constructed the railway in 1975 to transport clay and pine wood fuel, gradually expanding the line across his mountain property.
The railway integrates art installations and pottery displays along its route, reflecting the local artistic community and New Zealand natural elements.
The complete railway journey takes one hour and fifteen minutes, with trains departing regularly from the main station between morning and afternoon.
The railway reaches an elevation of 165 meters, featuring multiple reversing points that allow trains to zigzag across the mountainside terrain.
GPS coordinates: -36.73709,175.50438
Latest update: May 12, 2025 09:47
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