Northeast Indiana Railfan

CP 358

City

Butler , Indiana

Railroad

Norfolk Southern

Milepost

MP 358.0 Chicago Line
MP xxx.x Huntington District

Best Time

Mornings & Afternoons

Location Overview

CP 358 at Butler, Indiana, is one of the most recognizable railroad locations in northeast Indiana. Located on the Norfolk Southern Chicago Line, the control point marks the historic crossing of the former New York Central main line and the former Wabash route through Butler. Generations of railfans have visited this busy junction to watch freight traffic move across one of the region’s classic railroad crossroads.

Location Map

Parking Information and disclaimer

Scanner Frequencies

  • 160.800 – Chicago Line (East – West)
  • 160.380 – Huntington District (North/East – South/West)

Photos

Railfan Tips

• Best lighting for eastbound trains is morning
• Bring a scanner to hear detector calls
• Parking available near the diamond
• Be aware of railroad property trespassing is illigeal.


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