This railroad served a dual purpose, carrying iron shipments from the furnace and bringing visitors to Mont Alto Park.

Ownership of Mont Alto Park was transferred to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on May 1, 1902.

[4] The park had a swimming pool, refreshment stand, hiking trails and a carousel.

The building that housed the carousel, which now serves as a picnic pavilion, is a reminder of the past.

There are two picnic areas with approximately 50 tables and two pavilions, one being the former carousel house.