Walking Tour: Former Riverside & Great Northern Railway

The Rock County Chapter of the Ice Age Trail Alliance is excited to share the enchanting story of Norman and Elmer Sandley's Riverside & Great Northern Railway (1948-1953), a 15-gauge rail line running three-quarters of a mile from South Park station in Riverside Park to the Washington Street terminal north of Memorial Bridge. This tour includes more than 100 photographs; accounts from the men and women who operated, supported, and rode the train; and artifacts from the R&GN line; followed by a scenic walk along the 3/4-mile former railbed where you'll learn the location of the turntables, engine house, water tank, and ticket booth. If you enjoy trains and local history, then don't miss this remarkable chapter of Janesville's history. Ticket proceeds help support the maintenance and restoration of the Ice Age Trail in Rock County. Limited to 20 people per tour, advance tickets recommended.