CASCADE RAIL FOUNDATION

SOUTH CLE ELUM, WA

20231117ThorpLookout_PXL_001403015.jpg Hoar frost — 20231117ThorpLookout_PXL_001403015.jpg Credit: nwpuzzlr

Cascade Rail Foundation is a non-profit organization located in South Cle Elum, Washington. The organization is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history of railroading in the Pacific Northwest. The foundation operates out of the historic South Cle Elum Depot, which was originally built in 1909 by the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad.

The depot is a classic example of early 20th-century railway architecture, and it has been fully restored to its original state. The foundation offers a variety of exhibits, displays, and educational programs that showcase the history of railroading in the region. Visitors can explore the depot's interior, which features a ticket office, waiting room, and other period furnishings.

In addition to the depot, Cascade Rail Foundation also operates a number of other historic railway structures in the area. These include a restored water tower, a turntable, and a section of the Milwaukee Road's mainline track. The foundation also hosts special events throughout the year, including train rides, railfan weekends, and other activities for train enthusiasts of all ages.

Overall, Cascade Rail Foundation is an essential organization for anyone interested in the history of railroads in the Pacific Northwest. With its commitment to preserving and promoting this important heritage, the foundation ensures that future generations will be able to appreciate the rich legacy of railroading in the region.

CASCADE RAIL FOUNDATION is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in SOUTH CLE ELUM WA. US MID #8405300324

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

20231117ThorpLookout_PXL_230547302.jpg Thorp Lake junction

20231117ThorpLookout_PXL_223640875.jpg Trail junction on the ridge

20231117ThorpLookout_PXL_222327163.jpg Descending the ridge -- This looked really beautiful in person.

20231117ThorpLookout_PXL_220810954.jpg Thorp lookout

20231117ThorpLookout_PXL_214737520.jpg Cascade Crest peaks including Chickamin, Lemah, Chimney Rock.

The big red scar is on the Three Queens ridge and drops down toward Mineral Creek. On Google Earth it looks like it's been there a long time even though it looks fresh here.

20231117ThorpLookout_PXL_212857845.jpg Nearing the top

20231117ThorpLookout_PXL_211651490.jpg Thorp Lake below

20231117ThorpLookout_PXL_205630202.jpg Small tree with heavy snow cover

20231117ThorpLookout_PXL_201708342.jpg Snowshoeing up the trail

Contact CASCADE RAIL FOUNDATION

telephone: 3604026851

CASCADE RAIL FOUNDATION
PO BOX 462
SOUTH CLE ELUM
WA
98943-0462

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CASCADE RAIL FOUNDATION Information

MID #	8405300324
Name	CASCADE RAIL FOUNDATION
Alternate Name
Classification	Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)	710889019
NTEECC	A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)	201212
INCOME	0
REVENUE	0
LAT/LONG	47.186129, -120.952008
CODES	FIPS State Code: 53 FIPS County Code: 037 US Census Tract: 975100 US Census Block: 2089