Logging railroads are specialized railways built to transport timber from forests to processing mills. These railroads are often narrow-gauge, allowing them to navigate the rugged terrain of wooded areas more easily. They played a crucial role in the lumber industry, especially in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when demand for wood was high. Typically, logging railroads were temporary and constructed as needed, often using simple materials. They connected logging camps to mainline railroads, facilitating the movement of logs. Many of these railroads have since been abandoned, but some have been preserved as part of railroad history and heritage tourism.