Snapshot: Keeping Railroad History Alive

P&LE 518 in green paint at Beaver, PA 1978 – Photo by Charlie Bowyer

Have you ever wondered what stories a caboose could tell if it could talk? We’re obsessed with uncovering the histories of our three cabooses. Every detail we discover feels like unlocking a piece of the past, and recently, we had the pleasure of talking with Charlie Bowyer, a true railroad enthusiast, to dig deeper into the story of one of our cabooses.

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One Year at Caboose Falls

As we mark the one-year anniversary of owning Caboose Falls, it’s hard not to reflect on the mix of emotions we felt that first day—excitement and nervousness in equal measure. There was so much to love about owning three cabooses, but there was also a lot of uncertainty surrounding the condition of the property and our ability to tackle the unknown challenges that lay ahead.

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Rolling Into 2025

As this year draws to a close, we are grateful to have been able to welcome visitors, share the stories of our cabooses, and make new friends.

2025 promises more adventures, more discoveries, and—who knows?—maybe even a few surprises down the line. Here’s to a year of keeping the lanterns glowing, the marker lights shining bright, and the history alive.

Thank you for being part of our journey. From all of us at Caboose Falls, we wish you a happy, healthy, and historic New Year!

All aboard for 2025!

Rails, Detours, and Secrets: Meet RM17

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.