Horseback Riding on the Pony Express Trail

Ride your horse in the path of the Pony Express riders. More than 1,800 miles in 10 days! From St. Joseph, Missouri, to Sacramento, California the Pony Express could deliver a letter faster than ever before. Experience the landscapes, ponder the changes, and take a ride back in time along segments of the Trail.

Trail conditions, access, and length will vary by location. Please check with the individual location for more information.

Horse Access

Extensive trail segments

• Oregon Trail Road: Mills, WY to WYO-220 just north of Independence Rock, 41.5 miles
• South Pass Segment: Independence Rock to Parting of the Ways, 125 miles
• Parting of the Ways: end of the South Pass segment
• Fort Bridger to Muddy Creek: approximately 14 miles
• BLM Backcountry Byway from Fairfield, UT to Ibapah, UT: 133 miles

For more location information: Places to Go on the Pony Express Trail

Details

Activity

Horseback Riding

Pets Allowed

Yes

Due to the varied nature of these opportunities, please check with individual locations about whether pets are allowed.

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Reservations

No