Six Flags Great America in Gurnee in Lake County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Great America Scenic Railway
Six Flags Great America 50
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, August 23, 2026
1. Great America Scenic Railway Marker
Over the decades, the railway has offered not only tranquil sightseeing but also unique views beneath and around major attractions. Although the track was partially removed in 2018 during construction of Maxx Force, the railway made its return in 2021, continuing its role as one of the park's most iconic and nostalgic transportation attractions.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Parks & Recreational Areas • Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical year for this entry is 1976.
Location. 42° 22.141′ N, 87° 56.099′ W. Marker is in Gurnee, Illinois, in Lake County. It is in Six Flags Great America. It can be reached from Six Flags
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Regionally, this marker is in Greater Chicago. It is also in the American Midwest. Globally, it is in North America, on the Great Lakes, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture and also the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Triple Play (within shouting distance of this marker); Columbia Carousel (within shouting distance of this marker); Columbia (within shouting distance of this marker); Silver Anniversary Horse (within shouting distance of this marker); Hometown Fun Machine (within shouting distance of this marker); Whizzer (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Whizzer Roller Coaster (about 300 feet away); Rue Le Dodge
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, August 23, 2026
2. Great America Scenic Railway Marker
This marker is in the station overlooking Hometown Square.
Another marker is no longer nearby. Columbia (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been replaced with another marker now near it).
More about this marker. This is one of several historical markers erected by Six Flags Great America in honor of the park's 50th anniversary. An identical marker can be found at a different train station on the south side of the park. The park opened as Great America on May 29, 1976.
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, August 23, 2026
3. Great America Scenic Railway Marker
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, August 23, 2026
4. Hometown Square
The railway station is in the rear.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 24, 2026. It was originally submitted on August 24, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 8 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on August 24, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.
