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The X Files

Soledad Canyon

Saugus · United States  ·  Railway crossing scene

The X Files filmed at Soledad Canyon, Saugus. The railway crossing scene was shot in this canyon at Saugus, a town north of the city.

Where to go

34.4242, -118.541
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Probable Named in published production coverage; the coordinate is the place itself, checked against a gazetteer. This is an area, not a spot. The coordinate is its middle, so use it to navigate to the place and not to line up a shot.

Good to know

Title
The X Files (1998)
On screen
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In real life
Soledad Canyon, Saugus
Can you visit?
Open to the public, free
Time to allow
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Confidence
Probable

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Questions

Where exactly did The X Files film at Soledad Canyon?
At 34.4242, -118.541 in Saugus. Named in published production coverage; the coordinate is the place itself, checked against a gazetteer. This is an area, not a spot. The coordinate is its middle, so use it to navigate to the place and not to line up a shot.
Can you visit Soledad Canyon?
Open to the public, free.
What else was filmed near Soledad Canyon?
Open Venture where you're standing and it lists every filming location within walking distance, with directions to each one.