Big Boy Visit to Boise - Info Needed

@Ray of sunshine posted:

The UP announced the return of the Big Boy to excursion service in July, but that specific details will not be announced until sometime in May.

My son and I would like to see it in Boise but I am not familiar with where it might be set up and also need some recommendations as to hotels near by. Should I assume that the engine will be on display at the Boise RR station on W. Eastover Terrace?

Any help and information about where to stay and the location of the Big Boy would be appreciated.

Thank,

Ray

Historically, the UP has always displayed any of their steam locomotives right at the original Boise Depot.

The Big Boy will be at the Boise Depot July 21-22.

TheMarriot TownPlace Downtown/University is within walking distance of the depot and is within walking distance to downtown with a lot of food and beverage stops.

Ray,

I just realized that you are in San Jose, CA. Why go all the way to Boise, the you could what it come over Donner Pass westbound into Roseville, CA?

Hot Water,

I'm also hoping to see it in Sparks and Roseville. My son can not make it that week and he really wants to see it. So we may have to fly to Boise and catch it there.

RAY

@Ray of sunshine posted:

Hot Water,

I'm also hoping to see it in Sparks and Roseville. My son can not make it that week and he really wants to see it. So we may have to fly to Boise and catch it there.

RAY

Well, you could also follow it from Roseville north to Dunsmuir, where it will also stay overnight on display.