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Griffith, IN
46319 (population, 16893)
GPS: N 41.52024, W 87.42776 Google map
Scanner: CN, 160.590 [32], 160.350 [16], 160.530 [28]
Railroads: Canadian National (GTW) Midwest Division, Elsdon Sub MP 36.1; CN (WC) Chicago Terminal Division,
Matteson Sub MP 36.3; CN (GTW) Midwest Division, South Bend Sub
Description: Once, Griffith was the crossing of 5 railroads. Now, although not as busy as its heyday, Griffith still
sees 40 trains a day where 3 separate divisions of CN meet. The Griffith Historical Society maintains a small museum
and equipment display at the junctions More info at RAILFAN GUIDES of the U.S.
Approximate # trains per 24 hours: 40
Nearby RR stuff: A great little hobby shop, G & G Hobbies is located 1 block north on Main St.
Other interesting or fun stuff: The Eire Lackawanna Rail Trail intersects the junction and there is a parking lot
that serves the trail and railfans.
Photo opportunities: The equipment displays and tower provide nice backdrops and abundant sidewalks allow photos
from just about any direction.
Local breakfast and lunch: The Corner Café 1 block north, N 41.51890, W 87.42773
Local Fast Food: Schoop’s Hamburgers 1.25 miles north N 41.53739, W 87.43457
Ice Cream: Dairy Queen, 3339 45th St Highland, IN, N 41.53740, W 87.44694; and Sweets & Suds, 235 S Broad
St, Griffith, N 41.51890, W 87.42773
Local Pub and grub: Monty's Eatery & Pub, 3447 45th St Highland IL N 41.53744, W 87.44536 2 miles to the
NW; Depot Bar & Grill, 520 E Main St, N 41.52279, W 87.42181
Lodging: All the major chains can be found east on US-30 at Merrillville, IN
TRAINS Article: September 2014
GPS: N 41.52024, W 87.42776 Google map
Scanner: CN, 160.590 [32], 160.350 [16], 160.530 [28]
Railroads: Canadian National (GTW) Midwest Division, Elsdon Sub MP 36.1; CN (WC) Chicago Terminal Division,
Matteson Sub MP 36.3; CN (GTW) Midwest Division, South Bend Sub
Description: Once, Griffith was the crossing of 5 railroads. Now, although not as busy as its heyday, Griffith still
sees 40 trains a day where 3 separate divisions of CN meet. The Griffith Historical Society maintains a small museum
and equipment display at the junctions More info at RAILFAN GUIDES of the U.S.
Approximate # trains per 24 hours: 40
Nearby RR stuff: A great little hobby shop, G & G Hobbies is located 1 block north on Main St.
Other interesting or fun stuff: The Eire Lackawanna Rail Trail intersects the junction and there is a parking lot
that serves the trail and railfans.
Photo opportunities: The equipment displays and tower provide nice backdrops and abundant sidewalks allow photos
from just about any direction.
Local breakfast and lunch: The Corner Café 1 block north, N 41.51890, W 87.42773
Local Fast Food: Schoop’s Hamburgers 1.25 miles north N 41.53739, W 87.43457
Ice Cream: Dairy Queen, 3339 45th St Highland, IN, N 41.53740, W 87.44694; and Sweets & Suds, 235 S Broad
St, Griffith, N 41.51890, W 87.42773
Local Pub and grub: Monty's Eatery & Pub, 3447 45th St Highland IL N 41.53744, W 87.44536 2 miles to the
NW; Depot Bar & Grill, 520 E Main St, N 41.52279, W 87.42181
Lodging: All the major chains can be found east on US-30 at Merrillville, IN
TRAINS Article: September 2014
Map
Annotated Google map of Griffith
Links
Pictures
Griffith Tower
Depot Museum