I am wondering if some people familiar with Wesern Pa. can help me. I want to railfan that area but know virtually nothing about that part of the state. I am looking for spots where I can photograph trains as part of industry, especially what is left of the steel industry. I am particularly interested in any short lines or regionals as I get plenty of CSX and NS here around Philly. I can venture into Eastern Ohio to get some good photos if necessary. Thanks for any help you can give me.
Check into:
Buffalo&Pittsburgh
Western New York and Pennsylvania
Bessemer
Allegheny Valley
Union RR
The only directly "steel" RR of this list would be the Union. I have never fanned it or the AVR, but can help with the others. I think shooting the steel mills on the Union is rather limited, and you may get chased off. I am pretty familiar with the B&P, and the Oil City Branch of the WNYP. The Bessemer is pretty much hit or miss. Let me know what you might be interested in, and I will give you more info if I have it.