From Google Earth...travel up Norfolk Southern's famous Saluda Grade, one of the steepest mainline grades ever built. So steep, in fact, last I heard it's not being used because it's too dangerous. From Landrum, SC to Saluda, NC it gains 2,000 feet in elevation in just a few miles without the use of loops. You'll be flying about 600 feet above the ground over the entire route. Enjoy the trip!
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