Martini Junction: One Of The Quirkiest Places In Massachusetts

Whether you’re a child or an adult, there’s something quite magical about trains. Many of us even grew up with toy train sets or model railroads. Did you know that there is a tiny railroad hiding out in the woods somewhere in Needham, Massachusetts? And when you find it, it’s almost guaranteed to invoke a sense of wonder and nostalgia. Welcome to Martini Junction, one of the quirkiest places in Massachusetts!

Have you ever gone hiking at Needham Town Forest? Within its 200 acres, you'll find plenty of trails for hiking and biking as well as something very surprising.

If you've hiked along the trails at this Needham park, maybe you've stumbled upon a curious attraction in the middle of the woods.

With 120 feet of model railroad track, it's a quirky attraction that may seem a bit out of place.

Martini Junction, as it's called, was built in the early 2000s by a retired design engineer by the name of Jim Metcalf. Located by a brook, the tracks he created meander through the trees.

If you're lucky enough to discover this tiny railroad, you'll notice that Jim Metcalf spared no details in its design.

From the miniature figures and small buildings to the bridges, trestles, and trains, it's quite a sight to see and will certainly invoke a sense of wonder in anyone who crosses its path.

You'll probably see some trains that are familiar from your own childhood. And maybe that will put a smile on your face!

Have you ever stumbled upon Martini Junction in Needham, one of the quirkiest places in Massachusetts? What did you think? Tell us in the comments. To learn more, visit the Needham Parks and Recreation website.

Looking for another park to explore in Needham? Visit Cutler Park Reservation which has the largest freshwater marsh in Massachusetts.

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There's A Tiny Railroad In Massachusetts, And It's One Of The Quirkiest Places You'll Ever Go

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