A little railroad in the woods
Few things are as thrilling as uncovering a long-lost piece of history—especially when it involves one of the cars here at Caboose Falls. Thanks to railfan and super-sleuth Robert Bogie, we now have a remarkable addition to our archive: an image of Pittsburgh & Lake Erie (P&LE) Caboose #518 in its original configuration and second paint scheme!
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We’re thrilled to share this remarkable glimpse into railroad history: a photograph of our Pittsburgh & Lake Erie (P&LE) Caboose #518 in action, captured by acclaimed rail photographer Roger Durfee on May 15, 1987. The image freezes a pivotal moment in American railroading history—the twilight of cabooses on mainline freight trains.
Continue reading “Trifecta: P&LE Cabooses 517, 501, and 518”
Every caboose has a story, for some, like RM17, the story is very much a mystery. From its rugged beginnings tailing taconite ore trains in northern Minnesota to its misguided excursion into New Jersey, this caboose traveled far and wide before finding its forever home at Caboose Falls. Join us as we unravel the story of its remarkable journey. Read the RM17 story here.
