Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine

Category: History museum

Address: 2001 Walnut St, Ashland, PA 17921, USA

Phone: +15708753850

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–5PM

Monday: 10AM–5PM

Tuesday: 10AM–5PM

Wednesday: 10AM–5PM

Thursday: 10AM–5PM

Friday: 10AM–5PM

Saturday: 10AM–5PM

Reviews

Kathy Roberts

Jul 31, 2022

This was a random stopover on my way home. Definitely worth it. Affordable and fun experience all around.

Isabella Kois (Izzy)

Jun 5, 2022

It was actually very cool to learn about. The mountain view was neat. The coal tunnel was very detailed and had a replication of what the sounds of them getting coal by firepower was like. If you do the coal tunnel be aware to dress warm ( even if it's hot outside) and wear junk clothes as you could get muddy. The tunnel was freezing cold, but still enjoyable.

Ray Smaglis

May 26, 2022

What a neat experience! We were able to take a ride into a real coal mine, and had a great tour guide named Joe!!! We highly recommend going if you're in this area.

Johnathan Schmerfeld

May 2, 2022

Nice tour and steam train ride. Happy to see anthracite history preserved. A must experience if you're in the area as a tourist or even if you're a local looking to understand the roots of our region. The tour guides both in the mine and steam ride were professional and informative. The gift shop was nice and very fairly priced. My family will be back again

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Questions & Answers

Can you bring a picnic lunch h

Audrey Carl | Aug 14, 2021
Amy Reidmiller | Aug 15, 2021

Yes you could ... there's a great playground park there for the kids too

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How long does it last? Is this a day activity, or less than 2 hours?

Michael Cataldi | May 16, 2021
Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine (Owner) | May 17, 2021

Each tour (Mine Tour and Train Ride) takes 30 minutes each.

Is there alot of walking

Cindy McAnulty | Dec 13, 2019
uski59 | Dec 14, 2019

In my opinion, no, not much walking...probably about 100 feet total.

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Was wondering if there are any kind of lists that name the coal miners that worked at that particular mine. I have relatives that lived in and near Pottsville.

Terrie Stup | Dec 13, 2019
Joseph Tamburro | Dec 14, 2019

Not that I am aware of but the guides are knowledgable and may be able to point you in the right direction

Does anyone know if it is possible to get a hunk of coal the size of a car? And any idea what it would cost??

A Google User | Dec 13, 2019
Steven Buck | Dec 14, 2019

No but you could it will be very expensive

Price? And is it a total ride or is there walking involved

lois gensel | Dec 13, 2019
a schwendeman | Dec 14, 2019

The walk isn't bad just bring a jacket it's 56 in the mine. A flashlight would help too if you want to see the highlights a little better. The mine is lit pretty well but the shoots are dark. I definitely want to go back better prepared.

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I need a miner hat

SpongeBobNumber1Fan 2004 | Dec 13, 2019
Jenna McKinney | Dec 14, 2019

Not at all. It's perfectly safe.

Are they opening November?

Candy Cance | Dec 13, 2018
Chassy Baby | Dec 14, 2018

No, closes October 31

Are there coal mine tours on labour day holiday

Sherry Stair | Dec 13, 2018
Chassy Baby | Dec 14, 2018

Yes!

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Can the tour accommodate a wheelchair?

KAREN WALIA | Dec 13, 2018
Edward Schneider | Dec 14, 2018

I believe they can

What is the discount code

Lorie Boyd | Dec 13, 2018
Lucy Cortese | Dec 14, 2018

I agree with Todd.

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How much is it for the coal mine ride and the mountain side ride?

Zoie Huber | Dec 13, 2018
Jammer | Dec 14, 2018

Around 18.00 I think to do both. Check their website or try calling the office for more up to date information. Each part of the tour should last at least 30 minutes, the mine might be a little longer since there's so much explained by the staff plus the taking of questions, it varies. They run pretty much synchronized as one ends the other begins so you have time to acclimate to temperature and time between starts. There's also the mining museum if you choose to go at your own pace and has it's own cost. Call Ashland borough hall where it's located below the tunnel complex for more information. Higher Up Park is bonus on a nice day for picnic and play with children. Tunnel temperature is about 50° so may not be suitable for small children. Check for group or family rates too.

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Are you guys open on the weekend

Dave Rowland | Dec 13, 2018
Jenn W. | Dec 14, 2018

They are open weekends but haven't opened for the season yet.

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Does the Pioneer Tunnel Park pavilion building still have a craft show once a year?

Virginia Dankulich | Dec 13, 2017
Debi Lynn | Dec 14, 2017

Yes

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Are you open Year-round?

David Omstead | Dec 13, 2017
Paul McHale | Dec 14, 2017

No

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What the last tour

Ellen Dullard | Dec 13, 2017
Jim Moore | Dec 14, 2017

4:30 last mine tour.

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Are you open on Saturday?

Kay Jaramillo | Dec 13, 2017
Megan Fijal | Dec 14, 2017

Their schedule says they are open weekends from 10-5 with the last train ride around 3:45 and last mine tour heading into the mine at 4:30. Hope you enjoy your trip there! Its really neat!

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Why in the name of holy Jesus do you have those creepy mannequin things in the rafters I thought I was gonna be friggin devoured by evil plastic spirits

Alison Heflin | Dec 13, 2017
Michael Hewitt | Dec 14, 2017

They represent the miners... I suppose they could use real people for stand ins. Would you like to volunteer? Lol

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