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The National Park Service lists 7 things to do at Golden Spike National Historical Park. 5 have no extra fee, 6 need no reservation, and 5 allow pets. Each listing links to the full NPS page. Data is from the NPS snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
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The East Auto Tour is two miles long and follows the original Transcontinental railroad grade featuring views of the Wasatch mountains and provides up close examples of railroad construction methods such as earthen fills, railbed cuts, and rock culverts.
30-45 Minutes Pets allowed
Tour visitors meet at Visitor Center at times below to participate in the tour. Mid-October thru Late-April Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday - ONLY* 10:30 AM 1:00 PM 3:00 PM
20-30 Minutes Winter, Spring, Fall Reservation required Fee applies Pets allowed
1.5 mile hiking trail that showcases construction techniques for the transcontinental railroad.
Pets allowed
Golden Spike is proud to offer the Jr Ranger program for visitors wanting to explore the park and the many stories associated with the railroad.
Experience the wonder of classic Victorian steam locomotives and be transported back in time to 1869 when America was newly united the world's first transcontinental railroad.
20-45 Minutes Summer Fee applies Pets allowed
West Auto Tour
60-90 Minutes Spring, Summer Pets allowed
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Western National Parks (WNP) is a partner of the National Park Service. WNP supports the ongoing preservation and interpretation efforts at Golden Spike National Historical Park.
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Check current alerts and closures, entrance fees and operating hours for Golden Spike. Programs and tours can change with the season or be cancelled on short notice — confirm on the NPS page before you plan around one.
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