r/Cheyenne • u/dbhaups • 14d ago

Big Boy

Hi, my kiddo is obsessed with trains and we’ll be in Cheyenne on Friday/Monday (Laramie over the weekend). Is Big Boy currently visible? If we drive by the UP yard on our way up to Laramie? Didn’t know if he’s covered or out in the open.

We’re going to try to see him Monday when he heads east - but would like to avoid crowds/not fight for parking, etc. Best place to watch him when he leaves?

Thank you!

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u/Apprehensive_Ad_8982 13d ago

He's in town until May 25. Usually the Steam shops are closed on the weekends, and he is stored inside. They sometimes have the doors open. If you get up early on Monday, you might be able to see him putting the train together and staging behind the Depot. There are some good spots east of the yard to get some good pics.

This will help you find him Monday:

Union Pacific Big Boy tracker

Your son might also enjoy this:

UP Steam Club