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Golden Spike Tower

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Since its establishment in 2008, the Golden Spike Tower and Visitor Center has been providing visitors with an insight into the history and workings of the magnificent Bailey Yard. As the largest railway yard of its kind anywhere in the world, Bailey Yard has long been a source of fascination for many. By virtue of its strategic position at the point where East meet West, the yard has enjoyed a rich and colorful past that has helped shape the region's history, and continues to thrive even today. At a height of eight-storeys ... read more

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1249 N Homestead Rd, North Platte, NE, 69101, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Terry Hudson 
8 years ago

Perfect stop for the train enthuiest. I hope to bring my grandson here. 

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Ruben G Luna 
8 years ago
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Brian Miller 
8 years ago

If I had more time, I'da stuck around longer. I was stoked to learn that they allow tripods - a must when using a 600mm camera lens. Any true railfan could spend many hours here. 

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Tammy Tackett 
8 years ago
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VernaJim Wilkins 
8 years ago

This is a worthwhile stop for locals and tourists. Informative Union Pacific railroad history and interesting unfolding action from a towering vantage point. You will observe switching activities at the largest train yard in the world. I'm so glad I stopped. 

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Janice Schmidt 
8 years ago
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Bob Meyer 
8 years ago

What an awesome display of power. Just imagining how cool it would be to have a basement large enough to build this and then be able to just reach into this picture and place each unit where you want it. Ah yes, dreams. 

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Gil Kreul 
8 years ago

Interesting & unique. History of the railroad, North Platte canteen of WWII fame, the orphan train etc, plus the workings of the largest railway switch yard in the world. 

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Jeff Sedlak 
8 years ago

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How is Golden Spike Tower rated?

Golden Spike Tower has a 4.7 star rating with 1,836 reviews. 

When is Golden Spike Tower open?

Golden Spike Tower is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. 

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