The Norfolk and Western 611 under full steam at the North Carolina Transportation Museum in Spencer, North Carolina. Built in 1950, this Class J steam locomotive was one of the most powerful engines built by Norfolk and Western Railroad in the Roanoke shops. No 611 is the last surviving member of that class of locomotives. It is quite an experience to see and hear the 611 under full steam moving down the tracks!
The Southern 4501 steam locomotive waiting to go on the turntable in Summerville, Georgia. Built in 1911, this Mikado type 2-8-2 engine is fully restored and still pulls regular excursions on the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) in Chattanooga, TN. She is the only survivor of 100s of these type of engines that Southern RR previously had in the days of steam. She is a sight to behold and hear when under full steam!
The beautiful Natural Tunnel near Duffield, Virginia. Once described as the 8th wonder of the world, it is 300 feet high and 850 feet long!
