+ A good parking distance from the Soda Springs Geyser. Overspray including travertine (white or…read morecream-colored limestone from mineral deposits of hot springs) can taint cars finishes and glass (camera lenses). . I was hesitant to park in Geyser Park's parking lot, as you've seen what the minerals can do to the tombstones in the adjacent cemetery. + Ample parking. + Only a 2min walk to the geyser. + Quiet, tranquil neighborhood. + Also conveniently a 1min drive from Octagon Springs Park, where you can safely taste the carbonated water yourself (42°39'35.7"N 111°36'09.7"W). + Octagon Springs Park's restroom is well-equipped.

While waiting for the top of the hour and the geyser to go…read morehttps://www.yelp.com/biz/geyser-park-soda-springs-2?hrid=BBFIwQa-Uzlcl7oUv7wsZw, I spotted this interesting landmark and stopped in. I think it's fabulous of Union Pacific to have recovered and restored the train. Thank you, UP! The locomotive is under cover and entirely surrounded by a fence. They definitely do not want the curious climbing on it, or worse, damaging it. And it's perfectly okay to check it out from arm's length. The caption reads, "This miniature locomotive played an integral part in the history of Caribou County. When the dam at Alexander Reservoir was built in 1924, it hauled supplies to the dam. Trapped by rising water, the locomotive was abandoned. In 1976 the reservoir was drained for repairs, and the locomotive was uncovered. It was then lifted from its resting place, restored by Union Pacific Railroad, and presented to the city of Soda Springs. Save the Train Committee Boyd Mason, Chairman - Thomas Mathis, Advertising - Adrian Sasser - Jeffery Jones." [Review 17810 overall - 77 in Idaho - 1331 of 2022.]