Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad – Boone, IA
N 42° 03.950 W 093° 53.483
15T E 426253 N 4657469
Combining railroad education with an adventurous steam engine ride, the Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad and Museum has something for everyone.
Waymark Code: WMBH9Z
Location: Iowa, United States
Date Posted: 05/22/2011
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Combining railroad education with an adventurous steam engine ride, the Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad and Museum has something for everyone. A division of the Iowa Railroad Historical Society, this operational museum was established in 1983 to promote interest and knowledge about trains and preserving their history. This line started in 1893 when Fraser became the center for coal transportation. The line was extended to Des Moines and Fort Dodge by 1907 and was generated by electricity until 1954-55 when flooding damaged the power plant; diesel engines were introduced at that time.
The Chicago and North Western Railway purchased the line in 1968 shutting down portions of the line. Grain elevators continued using the rails until 1983 when the historical society formed to preserve its history.
Excursions include a trip over the 156’ high Bass Point Creek High Bridge as well as special dinner, picnic, and dessert rides. Basic 2010 rates for adults are $16-$20 and $5-$10 for children ages 3-12. Specialty trips are extra.
Engine Type: Steam
Gauge of Railway: Standard Gage
Approximate Adult Fare: 16.00 (listed in local currency)
Approximate Child Fare: 5.00 (listed in local currency)
Type: Spur (out and back)
Length of Route: two hour
Dates of Operation: From: 05/30/2011 To: 10/30/2011
Frequency of departures: Once a day
Key Attractions:
Historic bridge
Does this Scenic Railroad Provide: Brunch, Lunch or Dinner Trains?: yes
Railroad Website: [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:Provide a picture of something with the train. Possible photos include the entertainment on board the train, the train itself at any location along the route, a picture of the scenery with part of the train in view, the kids borrowing the engineer’s hat. Show us you had a good time visiting the train. If the train isn't running when you visit get a photo of one of the many railway related items that can be found in locations like this.