Johnstown Inclined Plane

About Johnstown Inclined Plane

The Johnstown Inclined Plane is a historic transportation landmark where visitors ride the cable-driven plane up and down a steep slope in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. At the base, the Visitors Center features an extensive orientation area with historic images of Johnstown's floods and three-dimensional displays modeling how the city looked during the canal days. A large window in the lobby allows visitors to view the motors and machinery controlling the Inclined Plane's operation. At the top, the Gift Shop offers an array of items including collectibles, clothing, souvenirs, postcards, maps, tourist information, soft drinks, candy, and popcorn, along with unique Inclined Plane collectibles such as special edition coins, Christmas ornaments, books, t-shirts, and sweatshirts. Another window here provides views of the cables, motors, and mechanisms that control the Incline's journey. Asiago's Tuscan Italian Restaurant operates at the site as well. The attraction suits visitors interested in regional history and engineering.