Opening for the 2025 Season
Last winter was fairly kind to the railroad and we’ve been able to get an early start on track work and equipment maintenance. 2025 operations will commence on Father’s Day weekend, June 14 and 15. The extended weather forecast is looking very good for our opening weekend. There will be five trains per day this weekend departing Sanders station at 11 AM, noon, and 1, 2 and 3PM. You are free to depart on one train and return on a later one if you care to bring a picnic lunch or spend more time exploring our roundhouse and other historic buildings. We have a vintage handcar at the roundhouse that everyone is encouraged to take a spin on. Kids of all ages, including Dad’s seem to love this attraction.
Franklin County’s Unique Narrow Gauge Railroad
The Sandy River and Rangeley Lakes Railroad is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, tax-exempt foundation dedicated to the preservation and restoration of one of the original two-foot narrow gauge railroads that were unique to the state of Maine. This railroad, located in the mountainous region of Franklin County, was the longest of the five two-foot railways that once serviced the state. Our museum offers the largest collection of authentic Maine two-foot rolling stock and railway structures to be found anywhere.
Community
Our Community in Franklin County is an integral part of who we are. Our commitment to historical preservation could never be a success without the support and volunteers we have met and who have worked with us toward the mutual goal of youth involvement through education Read More
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