Monday, March 27, 2023

America's Most Scenic Mountain Trolley Trip -- March 27, 2023

California Eagle, 03-March-1923

The Pacific Electric Railway operated its famous Red Cars on interurban and streetcar routes throughout the Los Angeles area. I am happy to see that they advertised the Mount Lowe Excursion in The California Eagle, an African-American owned newspaper. 

The Mount Lowe Excursion included a ride to Rubio Canyon at the foot of Echo Mountain. Passengers transferred to the great incline, which climbed 3,000 feet to the summit. At the summit, they could ride a narrow gauge scenic electric railway and see some spectacular sights.

The Mission Play at Mission San Gabriel Arcángel told the history of the missions. 



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