The OPR's mascot round
house guard-cat is "Foamer"
Top photo:  Milwaulkie Cub Scout Pack 593 during a train ride and shop tour on the OPR's East Portland Branch.  Photo courtesy of Terri Krueger.
Bottom photo:  OPR 901 and 801 bringing in a long load of cars into Canby on the OPR Molalla Branch.  Photo courtesy of the Samuels family.
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9001 S.E. McBrod Av.
Milwaukie, OR 97222
Mail:
P.O. Box 22548
Portland, OR 97269
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Roster of the OPR
Roster of the OPR's engines, cabooses and other
historic equipment.   This page is an on-going
project, so be sure to check back.
Last update:  6-29-09

History of the OPR
A detailed history of the Mr. Samuel's OPR from his
early days in the 1980s through today.   This is an
ongoing work in progress so be sure to check back.
Last update:  5-26-09

East Portland Branch
History and photos of historic and current operations
on the East Portland Branch of the OPR, from
Milwaukie, Oregon to East Portland Junction.
Last update:  5-26-09

Molalla Branch
History and photos of historic and current operations
on the Molalla Branch of the OPR, from Molalla,
Oregon to Canby.
Last update: 5-19-09

OPR Customer Profiles
Profiles about the customers and businesses that
the OPR serves.
Last update: 2-23-09

Videos of the OPR in Action
Videos of the OPR in action, including public
events, steam train rides and freight operations.
Last update: 10-21-08

Photos of Past Events
Photo pages of past major public events on the OPR
including steam trains and public rides.
Last update: 6-20-09

Special Project Photos
New section show casing some of the special
projects undertaken by the OPR and its crew, such
as rebuilding track, bridges, spurs, locomotives and
other projects.
Last update: 6-21-09

Oaks Pioneer Trans. Museum
A page dedicated to the OPR's special project to
develop and open a railroad museum near Oaks
Park, that will be called the Oaks Pioneer
Transportation Museum.
Last update: 11-28-07
The Oregon Pacific Railroad is a family owned and operated railroad
located in the Greater Portland Metro Area.  This short line consists of
two divisions, the East Portland Branch and the Molalla Branch.   
Although primarily a freight railroad, the Oregon Pacific is famous for its
friendly attitude toward rail fans and the public and has hosted a number
of community oriented events, including public train rides.

The Oregon Pacific Railroad is owned by Richard "Dick" Samuels and is
operated by him and his sons, Tim, Craig and Brian Samuels.  He's
owned and operated this railroad since 1987 when he first organized it to
purchase  the Portland Traction Company Railroad in East Portland.   Mr.
Samuels later purchased the Southern Pacific Molalla Branch in 1993
and the two divisions now comprise the Oregon Pacific Railroad.

Mr. Samuels was able to revive these two railroads with a sincere
dedication to customer service that continues to this day.   There's no
doubt that the Oregon Pacific Railroad will be here for many years to
come, serving customers near the two branch lines and hosting events for
the public.

Soon, a new era of the Oregon Pacific Railroad will emerge as Mr.
Samuels and his family look to eventually open up Portland's first railroad
and transportation museum near Oaks Park that will be called the Oaks
Pioneer Transportation Museum.   This community oriented project is still
in the early stages of development, so stay tuned.

For a more in depth history of the Oregon Pacific Railroad, be sure to
visit our OPR history page.  Links on the left lead to numerous sections
with hundreds of photos, videos, maps and detailed history of this very
special railroad company.

Latest news and events are regularly posted on our
Latest News and Events Page.

Thank you for visiting the Oregon Pacific Railroad Homepage.
Last Update: June 29, 2009
WELCOME to the HOME PAGE
The Oregon Pacific Railroad is the legacy of the
East Portland Traction Company, Molalla Western & Samtrak Railroads
Charters and Specials
Are you interested in chartering a train on the Oregon Pacific Railroad for a birthday party, family event or some other
function?   The OPR has hosted many events in the past.   For inquiries and more information, click on the above link.
Last update:  6-20-09