Ludlow Trainwatching Platform

Nice, safe, viewing platform to watch trains. I have been there several times when up in the area and I like it. During the winter, dress warmly since the wind blows off the Ohio. Plan on coming back next time up there!

Great place to watch trains!

This is a public and free platform from which to watch the trains go by. It's a high platform, but there's a lift as well as stairs to get you up there. There's free parking.

Once up there, you'll find a large concrete floor with a couple of park benches. Oddly, one of them is facing away from the railway, over the river, which you can't see because it's obscured by terrain and foliage. There's a guard fence surrounding the platform, which I'm afraid might be inviting to kids as a climbing frame.

The structure is fully rooved, making it useful in all weathers except for cold or very windy conditions. There's excellent mobile reception up there. There are also some interpretation boards up there, and lighting.

If it wanted to be amazing, I would suggest:
- trim back the foliage to the side, especially to the left which obscures the bridge at the moment
- put in a couple of picnic tables. There's plenty of room
- if there are any local places that sell take out food and drink, advertise them there!

I shot all video and you can see it on YouTube under my name! This was a great place to visit, especially for a railfan! Train after train, plus this platform has an elevator too.. Have to use the bathroom? Walk over to the police dept and they'll gladly let you use theirs!

Very nice platform for Railfanning. It even has a camera so you can view traffic remotely

Enjoyed a nice Spring day walk around Ludlow exploring some places we hadn't before. Have lived in the city for 2.5 years & still finding new little spots with each excursion. Learned a lot about the history of the city from the platform plaques.

Super cool location. I only saw one small train in the hour I was there but i was pressed for time. Of course as I was leaving one came by. No bathroom or scanner feed both of which would be a great addition.

A neat public place where people of all ages can enjoy watching trains go by on the Norfolk Southern line. It stands high above the street so you're right at eye level with the trains. It is handicap accessible thanks to an elevator. The design by Hub+Weber Architects makes the platform not only functional, but pleasant to look at, too. I'm not sure of the "open" hours, but I've gone at all hours of the day and never had anyone tell me to leave. The platform shares a parking lot with the Ludlow Police Department, and if anyone would take issue with someone being there after dark (the platform is well lit), it would be them. Everyone from train enthusiasts to casual fans of trains will enjoy this free, public space.

Very clean. Elevator to viewing level. Right behind police department. Needs some brush trimmed and trains need to come continuously when I get there but an excellent way to legally watch trains.

Really nice place to hang out for a spell but no restrooms close by ,great place for picnic lunch or sit and chat. Sure appreciate the elevator for us old folks

Awesome platform to hangout with trains, weeds and branches need trimmed but probably train owner property. Cool place good views

Cool spot to visit to see the trains !

Huge elevated covered platform. Glad they finally got it going after my suggestion. Still needs heaters and electric plugs for Railfan cameras.

Very nice viewing area.
Could use a trimming on the railroad property.

Great train spotting location.

Very nice place to watch Norfolk Southern go by.

We love coming here. A nice place to relax.

Awesome place to train spot

Great place to watch trians.

I wanna check this out