Golden Spike National Historical Park
One of the greatest technological achievements of the 19th century is the completion of the first transcontinental railroad across the United States.
Photo: NPS Photo / NPS
About Golden Spike National Historical Park
One of the greatest technological achievements of the 19th century is the completion of the first transcontinental railroad across the United States. Visitors to the park can see the location of the Last Spike Site, 1869 railroad construction features, walk or drive on the original railroad grade, and get an up close view of Victorian era replica locomotives.
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Driving times from Golden Spike National Historical Park, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Entrance fees
Entrance - Private Vehicle
$20.00The per vehicle fee covers all occupants in a single private vehicle. The fee will allow visitors access to all resources open to the public, including auto tours, walking trails, films, exhibit areas, ranger guided programs, and other seasonal activities. If visitors have any of the America the Beautiful Inter-agency passes, these will cover the pass holder and anyone that is in their personal vehicle.
Entrance - Motorcycle
$15.00Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers. The fee will allow visitors access to all resources open to the public, including auto tours, walking trails, films, exhibit area, ranger guided programs, other seasonal activities. If visitors have any of the America the Beautiful Inter-agency passes, these will cover the pass holder and the passenger of the motorcycle.
Entrance - Per Person
$10.00Admits one individual with no car. This pass is typically used for bicyclists, and pedestrians. Youth 15 and under are admitted free. The fee will allow visitor access to all resources open to the public, including auto tours, walking trails, films, exhibit area, ranger guided programs, other seasonal activities. If visitors have any of the America the Beautiful Inter-agency passes, these will cover the pass holder.
Commercial Entrance - Sedan
$20.00Commercial Entrance-Sedan (1-6 persons vehicle capacity)
Commercial Entrance - Van
$40.00Commercial Entrance - Van (7-15 persons vehicle capacity)
Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus
$40.00Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus (16-25 persons vehicle capacity)
Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach
$100.00Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach (26+ person vehicle capacity)
Hours
Summer and Winter Hours
- Mon
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tue
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wed
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thu
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Fri
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sat
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sun
- 9:00PM - 5:00PM
Activities
Getting there
Golden Spike National Historical Park is located in a high desert environment in the Promontory Mountains near the north end of the Great Salt Lake. The temperatures can reach over 100 degrees in the summer and dip into single digits in the winter, with much of the park blanketed in snow. Visitors are recommended to check forecasts before coming to our site and come prepared for changing weather conditions.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to enter Golden Spike National Historical Park?
- Entrance to Golden Spike National Historical Park starts at $10. See the fees section above for each pass and vehicle type.
- What is there to do at Golden Spike National Historical Park?
- Popular activities include Bookstore and Park Store, Food, Front-Country Hiking, Guided Tours, Hiking, Junior Ranger Program.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Golden Spike National Historical Park?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Timpanogos Cave National Monument (2 h 44 min), City Of Rocks National Reserve (2 h 58 min), Minidoka National Historic Site (3 h 3 min), Hagerman Fossil Beds National Monument (3 h 39 min), Fossil Butte National Monument (3 h 41 min), Oregon National Historic Trail (4 h 47 min).