Completion
of the world's first transcontinental railroad was celebrated here where
the Central Pacific and Union Pacific Railroads met on May 10, 1869. Golden
Spike was designated as a national historic site in nonfederal ownership
on April 2, 1957, and authorized for federal ownership and administration
by an act of Congress on July 30, 1965.
Operating Hours & Seasons
Golden Spike is in
the MOUNTAIN time zone and does change to daylight savings time. Visitor
Center hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily.
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays starting October 21 through April 30.
Closed New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas.
Outside attractions are open during daylight hours.
Communities
Surrounding Golden Spike National Historic Site
Note: The times listed below are approximate driving times to the park.
Completion
of the world's first transcontinental railroad was celebrated here where
the Central Pacific and Union Pacific Railroads met on May 10, 1869. Golden
Spike was designated as a national historic site in nonfederal ownership
on April 2, 1957, and authorized for federal ownership and administration
by an act of Congress on July 30, 1965.