Northern Waterfront in San Francisco City and County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Belt Line Railroad
1889
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Railroads & Streetcars • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1889.
Location. 37° 48.283′ N, 122° 24.189′ W. Marker is in San Francisco, California, in San Francisco City and County. It is in Northern Waterfront. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Sansome Street and The Embarcadero, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1500 Sansome Street, San Francisco CA 94111, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Down to the Sea in Ships (within shouting distance of this marker); Discarded Treasure (within shouting distance of this marker); Francisco Street (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Gold Mountain (about 700 feet away); Barracks/Apartments (about 700 feet away); Staff Housing Area (about 700 feet away); The Dock (about 700 feet away); Warden’s House and Lighthouse (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in San Francisco.
Also see . . . A Brief History of the State Belt Railroad in San Francisco - San Francisco Trains. The State Belt Railroad of California was a shortline that served San Francisco's waterfront until the 1980's. It's tracks extended the length of the Embarcadero from south of Market Street to Fort Mason and the Presidio. Although locals nicknamed the line the Toonerville Trolley and the Wooden Axle Line, the State Belt had an illustrious career. (Submitted on December 20, 2013, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 20, 2013, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 561 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on December 20, 2013, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.