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Learn more about Golden Spike!

  • News
    Browse press releases.
  • Photos and more
    Experience the site through the lens! Check out our photo galleries and more.
  • History & Culture
    The workers that built the First Transcontinental Railroad and the politicians, businessmen, and others associated with this project left a legacy that formed a nation. Discover the history of the project they completed and the impact this made on the world .
  • Nature
    Learn more about the unique landscape, flora, and fauna that distinguish the location where this engineering marvel was finally completed. Golden Spike's ecosystem and scenery has had little change since the laborers came to this area over 150 years ago.
  • Education
    Having made a major impact on Westward Expansion and many other aspects of the development of the nation, the history of this site holds a important educational story for students and teachers throughout the world.
  • Kids & Youth
    Learn how to become a junior ranger and find suggestions for family activities in the park.
  • Bookstore
    Western National Parks Association is the non-profit partner that manages the site's bookstore. A percentage of all purchases made will go to support Golden Spike National Historical Park and the other locations within WNPA's stewardship.

Last updated: November 13, 2021

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

P. O. Box 897
Brigham City, UT 84302

Phone:

435 471-2209 x429

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