Introduction to the Western Pacific Railroad From 1910 until being merged into the mighty Union Pacific Railroad in 1982, the Western Pacific was one of the West's most popular railroads. Attracting fans from all over the world, the WP's short but diverse route featured everything from urban industrial trackage in the thriving metropolis of the San Francisco bay area to the scenic splendors and sleepy mountain communities of the famous Feather River Route and on through the desert wastelands of Eastern Nevada and Utah. The WP had a unique character all it's own. Today, the WP survives only as the Feather River Subdivision of Union Pacific's growing railroad empire. Fortunately, memories of the WP still live-on through preserved equipment and photographic images recorded by those who wanted to insure that future generations would be able to enjoy the WP experience.	2009 WPRRHS Annual Convention Pre-registration now closed Advance registration for the 13th annual WPRRHS Convention to be held on May 29-30, 2009 at the Feather Falls Resort & Casino in Oroville, California is now closed but walk-ins are welcomed. Click here for details. Note that as always, the convention is open to FRRS members and non-members alike! Also, be sure to take a look at the photo galleries from the 2008 convention here >>>
Support the preservation of the Western Pacific Railroad Your membership in the Feather River Rail Society supports the preservation of Western Pacific equipment, facilities, documents and artifacts. No other railroad-specific historical society in this country is associated with one of the largest and most complete collections in North America dedicated to telling the story of one railroad. As an Active or higher FRRS member, you are automatically a member of the WPRRHS and receive all of the benefits of membership including a subscription to The Headlight, the official printed historical journal of the WPRRHS and FRRS, as well as a 10% discount in the WPRM Gift Shop. Click here to learn more about becoming a member!	WP Product Announcements April 21, 2009 Stewart/Bowser HO Western Pacific F7 920A and 920B More >>> April 21, 2009 Athearn HO RTR 60' PS Auto Parts Box More >>> April 21, 2009 Athearn HO RTR Genesis Western Pacific FP7 More >>> Additional WP Product Announcements >>>