The Station Inn

04/29/2026

Our friends at the Everett Railroad Company will be hosting some steam excursions during the Big Boy Weekend!

Did you hear? Something BIG is rolling our way…

The legendary Big Boy is making a stop in Altoona, PA as part of the America 250 Tour—just about 20 minutes from The Everett Railroad.

Plan ahead and make your visit a full railroad experience! Join us July 9–12 for a variety of passenger excursions, all pulled by our steam engine.

Coming to see the Big Boy? Stay for the steam. Ride with us. | everettrailroad.com

04/28/2026

It looks to be official! BIG BOY is coming to town! https://www.up.com/about-us/history/steam/schedule

PS - Our waitlist is closed. Available rooms can be booked online at stationinnpa.com

Union Pacific connects 23 western U.S. states, providing safe and efficient railroad transportation, freight shipping and logistics.

04/16/2026

Recognize these guys?

Start your week where the locals know the name of every train passing by. Comfort, craft, and community.

The Rite Protocol:
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2️⃣ Tag your Brakeman (the friend you're bringing with you).
3️⃣ Comment “RULEBOOK” below.

The Rite:
Once you complete the protocol, check your DMs for the Rule Number.
🎫 Tell the bartender the number for 25% off your first drink.
🗣 Recite the rule for 50% off your first drink.

04/15/2026

Come see Rachel and the rest of our team at The Yard Office Lounge this weekend from 5-10pm, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

Crew Profile: Rachel | The Connection

Rachel says, "Always be flexible." In the railroad business and in hospitality, things are always moving fast. Rachel’s golden rule keeps her navigating busy nights with a smile on her face.

What does Rachel love about The Yard Office Lounge? The crew! She says: "Love the staff. They are so nice and make everyone feel welcome. They complete the feeling of the lounge." We couldn't agree more, and Rachel is a massive part of that welcoming vibe!

If you're stopping by, Rachel says you can't go wrong ordering the Meatballs to kick off your night.

04/14/2026

This was one of Tom Davis’ favorite, non-train spots. Just down the street from The Station Inn.

04/11/2026

The sun is shining at MP251! See you on the porch!!

04/11/2026

One of our biggest fans loves The Yard Office Lounge.

Technical Inspection: The Margarita. 🍸⚡

Some think the railroad is all whiskey and steam, but a proper Conductor knows when to pivot to a classic. Our margarita is built with precision—crisp, salted, and perfectly balanced.

04/10/2026

Do you know our railroad rule of the month? Comment on original post to learn about the April RULEBOOK Rite.

Signals from the Past. 🚦

Every piece on our walls has a story. From old lanterns to local artwork, we are keeping the spirit of the line alive in Cresson. Come check it out.

The Rite Protocol:
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2️⃣ Tag your Brakeman (the friend you're bringing with you).
3️⃣ Comment “RULEBOOK” below.

The Rite:
Once you complete the protocol, check your DMs for the Rule Number.
🎫 Tell the bartender the number for 25% off your first drink.
🗣 Recite the rule for 50% off your first drink.

04/09/2026

Come meet Delila this week at The Yard Office Lounge

Crew Profile: Delila | The Villager

Delila believes in community. Her rule? "To have a village you, have to be a villager." She brings community spirit to every shift at the Yard Office.

While she loves the sound of our last call bell (a true sign of a job well done!), she’s best known for her precision with the torch.

If you find Delila behind the bar, you have to ask her for her specialty: the Smoked Old Fashioned. Watching her torch the oak and build that smoke profile is a masterclass in craft.

04/04/2026

Meet Beth!

Crew Profile: Beth | The Archive Keeper

Beth plays by a classic set of guidelines: "What I don’t know doesn’t hurt me," and "Be good, be safe, and don’t get caught."

She’s the heart of the bar because she loves hearing everyone’s stories and learning about local history. That’s exactly what the Yard Office is designed to be—a junction point for good stories.

If you are looking for the perfect fuel while you swap tales, Beth highly recommends the house Meatballs. 🧆

04/02/2026

Today we honor the 50th anniversary of the creation of Conrail, the amalgamation of quite a few bankrupt railroads in the northeast US. Of course - the main line outside our front porch was originally Pennsylvania Railroad, later Penn Central, then Conrail, and today's Norfolk Southern. And, if the US Surface Transportation Board approves, in a year or three it will become Union Pacific. For those of us who grew up in the "Big Blue" era, it's hard to believe that this territory was under NS control for longer than it was part of Conrail. The image here was taken in 1994 from the Route 53 overpass, with a PIBA passing an empty coal train and another westbound freight. For some more Conrail era images, take a look at J. Alex Lang's blog post, https://stationinnpa.com/conrails-cresson-summit-of-the-alleghenies/ and - if that doesn't scratch your itch, we support the The Conrail Historical Society and think you should, too.

03/26/2026

Hey! We know this guy!

Have you tried The Yard Office Lounge?

Watch for Signals.

In the yard, if you miss a signal, everything stops. At The Yard Office Lounge, we make sure the signal is always clear.