Set Details
- Set Number
- 6748
- Name
- Boulder Cliff Canyon
- Theme
- Western
- Year
- 1997
- Pieces
- 257
- Complexity
- Moderate
- Build Time
- 1-2 hours
- Ages
- 8+
- Type
- Play-focused
About LEGO Boulder Cliff Canyon
LEGO Boulder Cliff Canyon (set #6748) is a detailed build with 257 pieces from the Western theme, released in 1997. The Western line features wild West cowboys, Native Americans, and frontier towns. This is a moderate-level build suitable for ages 8+, with an estimated build time of 1-2 hours. This set dates from the 1990s, a turbulent decade when LEGO launched Star Wars and Mindstorms while navigating financial difficulties.
Set Highlights
- 257 pieces at moderate complexity — a 1-2 hours build.
- Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
- Play-focused build with interactive elements designed for 8+ builders.
- Classic-era set from 1997 — no longer in production and popular with collectors.
Who Is This Set For?
Gift for Ages 8+
The moderate difficulty makes this accessible without being trivial — a well-matched gift for LEGO fans in the 8+ age range.
Weekend Build Project
257 pieces with an estimated 1-2 hours fits comfortably into a focused afternoon or weekend session.
Expanding a Western Collection
A solid addition for collectors building out their Western shelf. Introduces parts and builds that complement other sets from the same line.
Build Tips
Check the piece count on the bag against the parts list before starting — knowing what you have prevents mid-build surprises.
Even in small sets, connection order matters. Follow the steps rather than building sections independently.
For active play sets, key connection points (hinges, turntables, clip joints) can loosen over time — a small dab of LEGO's own tube clutch lubricant on the stud resolves most looseness without damage.
Finding Instructions
Building instructions for LEGO Boulder Cliff Canyon (#6748) are available as a free PDF on LEGO.com. You can also upload a photo of this set to LegoFinder to identify it and access the instructions directly.
Boulder Cliff Canyon FAQ
Related Reading
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Also Released in 1997
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Sets at roughly the same piece count and complexity tier — different theme and year, but a similar build experience.
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