big boy steam engine

Saw the engine and took a few pictures. It is just what it says, a large steam engine in a park with a bunch of signs explaining it. Nice short visit.

If you are into historic trains this is certainly a "must see". Old Number 4004 is one of only a handful of Big Boy steam locomotives still in existance. In its day it was one of the largest engines in the world, specifically designed to haul heavy loads over the mountins. In retirement it has become a pigeon perch in a local park of a city that was so important to the Western railroads. While it is sad to see it parked, it hints at the promise of what is to come when the local Union Pacific steam shop finishes restoring its sister locomotive and returns No. 4014 to active use on the rails in a couple years.

Steam locomotive fans wouldn't miss the chance to see the "Big Boy" while in Cheyenne. If you're not a rail fan, this glorious engine from a bygone era might look like a hunk of steel sitting in a park. But for rail fans, it is a surviving example of the greatest motive force every put on the rails. It is one of the "Northern Class" of engines with dual sets of 8 driving wheels (16 in total) uniquely built to climb and descend the Rockies in conditions ranging from blistering Summer heat to savage Winter cold. Our family group (kids to senior) enjoyed seeing this American marvel, even though it is a static display (you can't go in it, much less ride in it). The park is off the beaten path, but was easy to find using GPS. Highly recommended for rail fans.

Although fenced, the train itself is huge and you really need to walk the train to appreciate the size and dimension.

Located in Holiday Park, the engine is quite a site to see. Entrance into the park is free, as is seeing the engine. It does't take much time to see the engine and take a few pics, say 15 minutes top. One cannot access the engine because its fenced off. Understandable, as human contact would only cause problems (sad to say). In my opinion the best time to visit is during the warmer months. I went during the winter and on a cold and wintery/windy day. All I can say is burrrrrrr!! The best thing about seeing the engine is that you can enjoy the other parts of the park.Enjoy!

When in Cheyenne, this is a must see for any railroad fan or history buff. The park area is very nice and accessible from the side street and one way drive to the park. There is a picnic shelter adjacent from the locomotive and room for good photographs.

What a wonderful piece of history. Kids love it, parents are amazed by it. It sets in a beautiful kid friendly part. There are toys for all ages. So have a pic nic and enjoy the history and get some exersize for the kiddos.

We drove up to Cheyenne from Denver specifically to see Big Boy. It's easy to find right outside of town in a park. It is fascinating to look at and read about. It's only one of 8 that were made and on display.

My family are nuts for anything pertaining to trains so this was a must see for us. It's located in Holliday Park At 17th & Morrie Ave. It's a lovely park with paved walks and a nice pond. You'll find the Big Boy in the S.E. corner of the park. This Big Boy is one of only 8 such remaining locomotives in the U.S. It was coal fired and made to pull heavy trains over steep grades between Cheyenne and Utah.

This very large steam locomotive is in a public park that is easily accessed and centrally located. The engine is entirely surrounded by a chain-link fence, so it is not possible to get very close or take a good picture without having to include the fence.

It is amazing how huge these steam engines were. What amazes me more is how they could have built such a monstrous machine.

Impressive and made in Schenectady, NY too! Interesting history and there's even more of them somewhere.

....and keep visiting to view the imaginative and ambitious restoration project. Well done Union Pacific!

this is right in a park and the kids enjoyed it as well as playing at the park There is a sign there telling all about the train

Huge train in a pretty park. Liked the Canadian geese and the chipmunks wandering around the treed areas and the lake.