Otto's Tavern Railcam
OnlineThis trackside camera overlooks a busy three-track grade crossing on the Union Pacific Geneva Subdivision, beside Otto's Tavern in Lombard. It catches UP freight trains rolling through alongside Metra commuter service, with classic crossing signals and signal bridges framing the scene.
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A Classic Midwest Railfan Vantage
Positioned at Milepost 20.4 on Union Pacific's busy Geneva Subdivision, this camera gives railfans a clear southwest-facing view across three main tracks. Westbound trains run left to right toward Glen Ellyn, while eastbound traffic heads right to left toward Chicago.
Freight and Commuter Traffic
The line carries heavy Union Pacific freight together with frequent Metra UP-West commuter trains linking downtown Chicago's Ogilvie Transportation Center with Elburn. On weekdays, dozens of Metra runs pass the crossing.
The Lombard Grade Crossing
Anchored beside Otto's Tavern in suburban Lombard, the scene features the town's grade crossing, its flashing gates, and an overhead signal bridge that frame every passing consist.
Location Details
Lombard
York Township, DuPage County, Illinois, United States
North America
Timezone
Chicago
America/Chicago (UTC5)
GPS Coordinates
41.8848°, -88.0292°
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