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Posted on 09/08/202411/12/2024

History: Beyond the Cupola – RM17

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Posted on 09/03/202411/12/2024

Labor Day Update

a cleaner 565
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Posted on 08/24/202411/12/2024

History: Cabooses at McKees Rocks

Pittsburgh & Lake Erie 565 at McKees Rocks, PA – Photo by D. W. Davidson
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Posted on 08/11/202406/27/2025

Trail Building Complete

B&O Color Position Light (CPL) dwarf signal
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Posted on 08/04/202411/24/2024

History: 518 at McKees Rocks

Videocassette of Pittsburgh & Lake Erie 518
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Posted on 07/21/202408/23/2024

History: 17 – Working the North Shore

Reserve Mining Caboose 17 Erie Crossing, MN 1984 – Photo by John Hake
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Posted on 07/15/202407/31/2024

History: 518 – Back in the Day

Pittsburgh and Lake Erie (P&LE) 518 at McKees Rocks 1994 – RK Rail Photos
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Posted on 07/05/202407/09/2024

Heat Wave

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Posted on 07/04/202407/05/2024

Happy Independence Day

Posted on 06/25/202406/27/2024

Trail Work

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Stepping Into Railroad History

There’s something timeless about a railroad caboose. More than a relic, it’s a rolling piece of Americana—where crews shared stories, kids waved from crossings, and the rhythm of the rails shaped adventures. At Caboose Falls, we're working to preserve that legacy.

By Any Other Name…
Railroaders gave cabooses colorful nicknames—crummy, waycar, hack, shanty—each a tribute to their rugged, beloved role on the rails.

We’d Love to Hear From You!
Share your caboose memories or railroad knowledge. Send us a message.


"I can't imagine a better family for this beautiful place. " - Janet S.

"A Choo Choo Cool Place" - Ed B.


Caboose Names

birdcage, cage, bone shaker, brain box, caboose, cabin, cabin car, crum box, crummie, hack, parlor, shack, shanty, van, waycar, zoo


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Memories

We're always excited to learn more about the history of Caboose Falls, our trio of cabooses and Fr. Schleicher. Please share your knowledge and memories with us.

"All glory to God for this journey." —Soli Deo gloria

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