About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Self-guided tours of Lehi, Utah. Entries include history and significance of featured place and are keyed to maps and pictures. The Red track is an inferred route joining the green tracks together or continuing the route to the end. Today, as they did almost 150 years ago, young men load supplies into packs and then climb onto the saddle to make a frantic dash across Utah's west desert. Station Personnel: 2 agents, l station keeper, and l assistant Many beckoning off-road trails fork from the Pony Express Trail. Stone outlines of the 1863 station are still visible. Beginning at St. Joseph, Missouri, the approximately 1,900-mile-long (3,100 km) route roughly followed the Oregon and California Trails to Fort Bridger in Wyoming, and then the Mormon Trail (known as the Hastings Cutoff) to Salt Lake City, Utah.From there, it followed the Central Nevada Route to Carson City, Nevada Territory, before passing over the Sierra and reaching to . West Desert Ramble & The Pony Express. By having a short route and using only mounted riders rather than traditional stagecoaches, this established a fast mail service with letters delivered in 10 days, a duration many said was impossible. Head west toward the desert. After about 5 miles along this road in the valley, it turns west at Government Creek (8.5). While the Pony Express never did operate at a profit, it would be wrong to call the dramatic venture a failure. The site lies on the Simpson Springs Road portion of the historic Pony Express Trail and is situated Simpson Springs lies at an elevation of about 5,100 feet (1,600 m) on a bajada of the northwest flank of the . Parts of this route have been confirmed by the Magenta track made by a forum member. The sand and gravel road ahead can become unstable when wet. This itinerary is a slow-paced, yet adventurous drive into one of the few wild frontiers left in the world. The Pony Express Trail Endurance Race follows part of route for a hundred miles in Utah. Living conditions were extremely crude. Highlights of the Pony Express Trail. Welcome to Nevada! The Canyon Station was located northwest of this site in Overland Canyon. The reconstructed site at Simpson Springs is shown . Industry Website. To begin tracing the hoofprints of the "Pony" visit the Camp Floyd / Stagecoach Inn State Park on state highway 73, 5 miles south of Cedar Fort. Here's your chance to run in the wild west on the historic Pony Express Trail in western Utah. Simpson who stopped here in 1858 while searching for an overland mail route between Salt Lake City and California. 2. From Certified Contract with Overland Mail Company, March 12, 1861; Senate Executive Document 21, 46th Congress, 3rd Session, pp. See and feel what it was like to travel the area in the old days. The Pony Express Trail National Back Country Byway traverses 133 miles through western Utah. The Inn was an overnight stop for weary travelers along the Overland and Pony Express Trail. Thirty miles south of Tooele, the historic Pony Express Trail extends west for 150 miles through rugged sagebrush terrain and small mountain ranges to the Nevada border. The desert, mountains and plains still exist and are waiting to be . The Pony Express Bikehiking Trail map deviates from the original route. Most of the route is classified as rangeland and managed by the Bureau of Land Management. It was operated by the Carson family until 1947 and lodged such visitors as Mark Twain, Porter Rockwell, Bill Hickman and Sir Richard Burton. Other station names have been mentioned here as they are mentioned on various maps, however little information has been found but the names are still retained here for further research. Take Interstate 80 west to U.S. Route ALT 93. Keeping our eyes peeled, we crested a small rise and suddenly, spread below us was a huge group of horses moving east along the Pony Express Trail. Average Time: 10 days The elevations along the route vary from 4,900 feet near Fairfield to over 6,100 feet at Lookout Pass. Along the route visitors can enjoy history and a variety of recreation. Faust Road begins at Five Mile Pass on the county line between Tooele and Utah Counties, and ends at Faust near Vernon. Detailed description of Pony Express route with descriptions of stations. Includes maps and diagrams. The trail then led to Porter Rockwell's Hot Springs Brewery Hotel south of where the Utah State Prison now stands. We left the site of the Lookout Pass station and headed for Simpson Springs. Number of Horses: 420 (peak) One such location is the Pet Cemetery located at Lookout Pass. Roberts Creek Station (N39 45 00.8 W116 17 05.2) This was one of the original Pony Express stations built in the spring of 1860. The site is 1-2 miles N of the Pony Express Trail and about 2 miles S of the Sulphur Springs Ranch which has since been renamed the Diamond Star Ranch. Please contact each site before you go to obtain current information on closures, changes in hours, and fees. There is still many historical events commemorating the trail, We enjoyed visiting the sites and trail in Utah. Pony Express RV Park offers unique camping accommodations that include log cabins, chalets, and well-manicured RV sites in close proximity to downtown Salt Lake City, the Jordan River Parkway Trail, the Great Salt Lake, and a short distance to Utah's premier ski destinations. A 4×4 vehicle or ATV is needed to drive all the roads and trails but there are a lot that a regular car would be just fine on. Found inside – Page 67Pony. Express. Trail. HIKING MOUNTAIN 8 ROAD BIKING at the stand that overlooks ... of the Pony Express exist in such pristine condition as they do in Utah. Traditionally Indigenous Territory. and a monument or information kiosk. It was now above 50 degrees fahrenheit and it felt great! Each mail delivery was limited to twenty pounds; total weight on the horse: 165 pounds. Eagle Mountain is part of what used to be known as Cedar Valley, but it wasn't actually incorporated until Dec. 3, 1996, officially becoming a city in 2001. The Overland Station was built in 1863 at the present marked site, which was a more defensible location. You'll find museums, interpretive centers, and historic sites that provide information and interpretation for the Pony Express National Historic Trail. The Pony Express OHV Trail App is free to download (a download for up to six trail sections by town) on your Apple or Android operating systems. Back in the days before the Pony Express riders, the mail was carried across the desert and mountains on the backs of mules. Pony Express Parkway Trail Description. Initially there were 157 stations about 10 miles apart which was roughly the distance a horse could travel at a gallop before tuckering out. It was now above 50 degrees fahrenheit and it felt great! In October 1861 the Pony Express was officially terminated. The Road Ahead Utah Travel Here's a fun, exciting way to find places to visit. Their phone number is 801-977-4300. A quite comprehensive Ph. From St. Joseph by Troy, Lewis, Kinnekuk, Goteschall, Log Chain, Seneca, Gautard’s, Marysville, Cottonwood, Rock House, Rock Creek (Lodi P.O. The riders changed every 75-100 miles and rode day and night – in emergencies, a rider might ride two stages 150-200 miles) back-to-back, over 20 hours on a galloping horse! Station Tender Hod Russell was killed here by rider Jennings, who was hung at Fort Laramie for the crime. The springs are located about 13 miles (21 km) south of Dugway and about 19 miles (31 km) west of the town Vernon, on the southeastern corner of the Dugway Proving Ground. It was thrown over the saddle with the rider sitting on it. The site is 1-2 miles N of the Pony Express Trail and about 2 miles S of the Sulphur Springs Ranch which has since been renamed the Diamond Star Ranch. Utah's West Desert is sparsely inhabited. The Fairfield adobe building was built in 1958 and is still standing, has a wooden facade, and is open to the public. track made by a forum member. Pony Express OHV Trail is a 122.3 mile lightly trafficked point-to-point trail located near Cedar Valley, Utah that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as moderate. Please visit Expedition Utah and search for more trip reports on various sections of the Pony Express Trail by our members. Pony Express Trail Back Country Byway. El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro, Central New Mexico, San Rafael Swell Century Mine Tour (Southern Loop), Home is where the houseboat is: a week on Lake Powell, 2009 – Alex, Comb Wash, Snow Flat, Arch Canyon, 2009 – By Dave A, Capitol Reef NP and the Swell, Late Winter ’09 – By Greg G, Swell or Bust – December 2007 – By Kurt W, Glade Park, Dolores River, Onion Creek and the La Sals Mtns, 2008 – By Greg G, Dinner With The In-Laws: Elk Ridge to Canyonlands 2008 – By Ryan H, July 4th San Rafael Swell and Robbers Roost,2008 – By Paul R, Lake Powell via Blue Notch Canyon/Piute Pass, 2006 – By Alex. Probably more than any other rider in the Pony Express, William Cody (a.k.a. Buffalo Bill) epitomizes the legend and the folk lore of the Pony Express. In 1861, soon after the completion of the First Transcontinental Telegraph , the Pony Express was discontinued as the Transcontinental Telegraph now could provide quicker . Since its replacement by the telegraph from coast to coast, the Pony Express has become part of the lore of the American west. The station keeper was the backbone of the Pony Express event though the keepers did not receive as much attention in later history as the Pony Express riders. George Chorpenning established a mail station at this site in 1858, which was later used by the Pony Express and Overland Express. The monotony was broken only by the arrival and almost immediate departure of two riders each day. In graphic novel format, provides a history of the Pony Express. The Onaqui wild horses are one of 19 wild herds in Utah managed by the BLM. GPX File: Pony Express Trail GPX File (Right Click – “Save Link As”). The Trail: We usually camp at Simpson Springs near Dugway Utah. Messages that took eight weeks by ship, or eight days by the Pony Express, now took only four hours by wire. This ride takes us across Utah's west desert on the Pony Express trail. In 1860 and 1861, Pony Express riders delivered mail, covering hundreds of miles of ground from . Includes directions to the sites, tips and techniques, and local travel information. This book will help you explore, enjoy, and photograph San Francisco by describing the visual pleasures of this world-famous city. Although the Pony Express lasted only 19 months, the associated glamour, both fact and fiction, has assured it a large and lasting chapter in the history of the West. You'll find museums, interpretive centers, and historic sites that provide information and interpretation for the Pony Express National Historic Trail. See www.ponyexpressnevada.com or call (888) 359-9449. 50 Miles. It brings together unique scenery, history and wildlife all along the fascinatingly desolate Pony Express National Historic Trail. Anyone going to any station on a route marked with PET markings, please forward the tracks and accurate way points to me, so I can correct the information. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 1,604 ft green climb. Park Elevation: 5,700 feet Hours are 9 am to 5 pm. The entire route was divided up into five divisions: St. Joseph – Fort Kearney; Fort Kearney – Horseshoe Creek; Horseshoe Creek – Salt Lake City; Salt Lake City – Robert’s Creek; and Roberts Creek – Sacramento. In order to maintain a rigid schedule, 157 relay stations were located from 5 – 20 miles apart as the terrain would permit. William C. "Buffalo Bill" Cody: Rode 322 miles in 21 hours and 40 minutes using 21 horses. 3. Pony Express Trail Run. The site consists of a row of brownish-yellow quartzite rocks similar to those used in the Pony Express monument northwest of the I-15 exit for Highway 140. 100 Miles. Simpson Springs Tooele County, Utah. The desert, mountains and plains still exist and are waiting to be . Description. Others have more than one way point (some are designated (?)). Zoom in to find a location in Utah, then click on the yellow balloon of your choice to see the site name, address, access, image, and website. He has participated in the marking of Pony Express stations along the trail and mapped every Pony Express mile. Santa Fe, NM 87505. California stayed firmly with the Union during the Civil War thanks to correspondence carried by the Pony Express. The Pony Express combines the legends and lore of this remarkable mail service with contemporary photography, archival images, and documents from the past, celebrating the 150th anniversary of those daring rides that ended with the ... Thank you! Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. A number of structures have been built and destroyed in the vicinity of Simpson Springs over the years. A BLM campground is located just east of the station with drinking water, toilets, and 14 camping sites. that I have or have found. Official Stations List. The partially dug out, rock-walled living quarters contained bunks which were built into the walls. An account of the most widely-used delivery systems in the nineteenth-century United States, stagecoaches and the Pony Express, discussing their development and challenges faced during their growth. Please contact each site before you go to obtain current information on closures, changes in hours, and fees. The, track is an inferred route joining the green tracks together or continuing the route to the end. Each rider was issued a Bible to sustain their courage and hardiness to make the ride through potentially dangerous country of Indians, bandits, deadly blizzards and murderous heat. date. The site is on private land owned by John Trowbridge. Can Aleksandra save both her love and her family legacy from a relentless murderer? A Long Trail Rolling is the first book in the sensational Long Trails historical fiction series. Just past Mile 1588, the Pony Express trail veers to the right from the road. Sources: Patrick Hearty, NPEA Utah, 2005; writings/notes of Sir Richard Burton; members of this forum; Mason, The Pony Express in Nevada, 1976; and numerous sources on the internet (wikimedia.org, geocaching.com, nps.gov, xphomestation.com, wyomingplaces.org). Created Date: 20160906122342Z Bike The Pony Express Trail. Distance: 1900 miles This year runners even got a treat in seeing wild horses galloping . It was to be a road test and easy break in of parts of the newly built Jeep JK. 3, Mud Springs, Court-House, Chimney Rock Station, Scott’s Bluff, Horse Creek, Cold Springs, Verdling’s Ranch, Fort Laramie, 9-mile House Station, Horse Shoe, Elk Horn, La Bonta, Bed Tick, Lapierelle, Box Elder, Deer Creek, Bridger, North Platte, Red Butte, Willow Springs, Horse Creek, Sweet Water, Plants, Split Rock, Three Crossings, Ice Springs, Warm Springs, Rocky Ridge, Rock Creek, Upper Sweet Water, Pacific Springs, Dry Sandy, Little Sandy, Big Sandy, Big Timber, Green River, Ham’s Fork, Millersville, Fort Bridger, Muddy, Quaking Aspen, Bear River, Needle Rock, Head of Echo Canon, Half Way, Weber, Wheaton Springs, East Canon, Mountain Dale, Salt Lake, Traders’ Rest, Rockwell, Dug Out, Camp Floyd, Bush Valley, Point Lookout, Simpson’s Springs, Dugway, Fish Springs, Willow Springs, Deep Creek, Antelope Springs, Shell Creek, Egan Canon, Bates’, Mountain Springs, Ruby Valley, Jacob’s Wells, Diamond Springs, Sulphur Springs, Robert’s Creek, Camp Station, Dry Creek, Simpson’s Park, Reese, Dry Wells, Smith’s Creek, Edwards’ Creek, Cold Springs, Middle Gate, Sand Springs, Sand Hill, Carson Sink, Desert Station, Fort Churchill, Clugage’s, Nevada, Carson City, Genoa, Friday’s, Yank’s, Strawberry, Webster’s, Moss, Sportsman’s Hall, Placerville, Duroc, and Folsom (by rail) to Sacramento, ______ miles and back, six times a week, supplying Denver City and Great Salt Lake City 3 times a week each way, and run pony express semi-weekly in 10 days 8 months, and 12 days 4 mouths of the year—to convey for government 5 lbs. The mail pouch (mochila) was very important, in fact so important that it was said the horse and rider could perish before the pouch did. From the Utah - Nevada state border: 1. This station bears the name of explorer Captain J.H. News From: NPEA Utah Division. Pony Express National Historic Trail Topographical Map. They didn't find any signs of a fire or that anyone had set up a campsite there; but they did find evidence that, even if he hadn't done any camping, Josh Powell had been there. While undertaking their exhaustive research, the authors collected some three hundred photographs, of which more than fifty of the best appear in this volume. The Pony Express was a relay system between 190 stations along the 1,900 mile route. Pony Express Trail, Utah Riding the Pony Express Trail Pony Express Station, Utah Pony Express Station, Utah Pony Express Station, Utah Pony Express Station, Utah Riding the Pony Express Trail The temperature continued to climb as we rode across the desert. While on a promotional trip to Washington to help his ailing freight line, Russell and Senator William Gwin of California discussed the possibilities of an Express Mail Company to deliver mail to California by the Central Route along the Oregon and California Trail. The site is clearly marked at the turn-off. The restored structure is located on a building site which dates to the period (1860) and closely resembles the original. With the discovery of gold in California in 1848, and the increasing political tensions of the 1850s which led to the Civil War, it became imperative to keep the far West in the Union by providing a more dependable source of information from the East. Goshute. The trail took 10-12 days in the summer and 12-16 in the winter to traverse. Hop in and ride shotgun in spirit with Carla and her canine companion (Australian Cattle Dog), Rider, as they share their RV travel adventures, trials and triumphs, the people they meet on the trail, interesting places, and photographs of ... It is open 7 days a week during main season and closed Sundays from October 15 through March 31. Pony Express National Historic Trail. The Pony Express was used to deliver mail by horseback. Riders wore a bright red shirt and blue pants. This handy 6x9 guidebook is a new, full color volume that navigates 1153 miles of backcountry trails in Northern Utah, near the towns of Vernal, Logan, Salt Lake City, Price, Wendover, Beaver, and Milford. These riders got $25/week as pay in comparison to an unskilled labourer $1/week. Pony Express Parkway Trail is a 15.7 mile out and back trail located near Eagle Mountain, Utah and is rated as moderate. However, financial losses were staggering, no government subsidies came through, and something was needed to promote the Central Route. Courses. This 2-color scenic driving guidebook is loaded with detailed information covering 35 trails in central Utah. Today this view is a scenic vista, however, in 1860 this was a chance for the Pony Express Riders to view the trail ahead, known as "Piute Hell". Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Easily one of the most famous pioneer trails in the United States, the Oregon Trail was a major thoroughfare that guided about 400,000 people across the vast expanse of the west from 1846 to 1869. Pony Express National Historic Trail. 877-421-7002. Thank you to all for your contributions and help! Website. To begin tracing the hoofprints of the "Pony" visit the Camp Floyd / Stagecoach Inn State Park on state highway 73, 5 miles south of Cedar Fort. and a monument or information kiosk. Pony Express Riders. The Pony Express Trail runs through the city, and as such, the Pony Express plays a large role in the city's history and provides a theme for the its . Number of Stations: 190 (peak operation) At each stationriders would exchange their tired horses for fresh ones, while Home Stations provided room and board for the riders between runs. Chronicles the eighteen-month operation of the Pony Express, explaining why and how it was created, describing the challenges faced by riders, and discussing. status. The Inn was an overnight stop . The official Web site for the race (Pony Express Trail 100 Endurance Run) gives a very informative description on the trail, with interesting historical details of the area, so my narrative does not try to repeat this account. The Oregon Trail. During its brief existence, it greatly reduced the time it took for messages to cross the country with telegraph communications covering about half the distance from the east coast to Missouri. This race is ideal for first-time 50 and . (Click on any state to see more detailed station information). We started in Lehi and headed out into the desert. The Pony Express trail is a much-recommended side trip if you have the time (and lots . Four days later, Brigham Young and his group of pioneers used this trail to get to the Salt Lake valley. Utah was once the Wild West, full of vast stretches of land, indigenous people, wild horses, and an occasional hardy trapper or fur trader. Average Speed: 7 miles per hour At Simpson Springs there are restroom facilities and a Pony Express cabin . Note: The Utah Territory (Utah, Nevada and W. Colorado) carried 65 of the 190 It extended from Missouri to Sacramento, California. Some locations have coords for the station (if it is there still, ruins, etc.) Although the Pony Express mail delivery system lasted only 18 months, from 1860 to 1861, Smith's Hotel was one of Kansas's Home Stations. Some were located in military forts, while others were built from scratch. This book tells the stories of those men and those stations, as well as advancements in communication and the celebrations that have kept the memory of the Pony Express in Utah alive. Following is Jan's explanation: "This is an area of the route that I struggled with a great deal. They carried a small brass horn to signal their coming, which was later eliminated when it was discovered the hoof beats did the same thing. Riders had to weigh less than 120 pounds. At its peak, Fairfield had a population of 7,000 of which 3,000 were soldiers. Life at the isolated station was lonely. Each station provided the rider with a fresh horse, taking only the mail pouch with him. California mustangs were often used for the Western trail, Kentucky and Utah Territory, and thoroughbreds for the Eastern route. "From the battlefileds of the American Revolution to trails blazed by indigenous peoples and pioneers, lands explored by Lewis and Clark, and roads traveled by civil rights marchers, this lavishly illustrated book--published in association ... This relay station gets its name from Bid Boyd, a station keeper who continued to live here into the early years of this century. Professional traveler Jamie Jensen traveled more than 400,000 miles to bring you the best-selling guide Road Trip USA. In this expanded tour of US-50, Jamie begins in San Francisco and heads all the way to the Chesapeake Bay. Trail Description: The famous Pony Express Trail, which from 1860-61 ran for nearly 2,000 miles between St. Joseph, MO and Sacramento, CA, crossed the Great Salt Lake Desert and is one of Tooele County's most important historical landmarks. By February 1860, when the line was extended from Salt Lake City across Utah and Nevada to California, efficiency had improved the mail delivery time to a respectable number of days. and still,  it never made a profit! Head south on US 93A to Gold Hill and Ibapah, Utah; or follow the Pony Express Backcountry Byway to Callao, Utah. It was a Relay Station for Pony Express Riders and Stage Drivers. Simpson Springs was the site of a significant Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp in the late 1930s and early 1940s, just prior to the establishment of the US Army Dugway Proving Grounds . The Green track is the actual PET as described on various digital/topo maps, etc. Here's your chance to run in the wild west on the historic Pony Express Trail in western Utah. The PET OHV Trail App alerts users to Points of Interest and lets them upload trail photos. I have included various coords/positions of these stations in my GPX file below. Pony Express Map by painter/photographer William H. Jackson, 1861. "The Mail Must Go Through". Seneca was an indispensable service point. Number of Riders: 80 (peak) The site is on private land owned by John Trowbridge. The Overland Stage continued to use the trail until the transcontinental railway was finished on May 10, 1869. Explore Map Stop Exploring. Fastest time: 7-1/2 days (Lincoln's Inaugural Message) Areas may look solid, however, getting stuck is very easy. However, the starting point is . The Pony Express National Historic Trail goes through BLM managed lands in California, Colorado, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming. Photo/NPS. News was very slow in reaching eager California readers, and a standing joke of the time was that events in the East had already been forgotten by the time they were known by those out West. There were to be eighty riders. It is one of the most dependable watering points in this desert region. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Also, watch for flash flooding during the thunderstorm season and be very careful during extreme hot and cold periods. Four hundred other men were to run the way stations, some of which already existed for the coach line. Mr. Majors, being a religious person, gave each rider a bible and required the following oath: While I am the employ of A. Majors, I agree not use profane language, not to get drunk, not to gamble, not to treat animals cruelly and not to do anything else that is incompatible with the conduct of a gentleman. Part 1 gets us to Simpson Springs station where we fly a little. Prior to the Coach and Pony Express mail delivery, time from the east to the west--by ship down the Gulf of Mexico, across Panama by mule, then by ship again up to San Francisco--might take six weeks, and if the winds were off, eight weeks. 1012 Recreation Way, North Salt Lake, UT 84054. ponyexpressrv@suncommunities.com. A change of riders took place and the mail stage stopped for rest breaks at this station. This Pony Express station bears the name of explorer Captain James H. Simpson, a Camp Floyd topographical engineer, who stopped here in 1858 while laying out an overland mail route between Salt Lake City and California. It became the route of the Pony Express and the Overland Mail and Stage, the line of the Pacific telegraph, a major wagon road for freighters and emigrants, and, later, the first transcontinental auto road, the Lincoln Highway, now Highway ... There is also a marker at the site which was constructed in 1939 by the Civilian Conservation Corps as part of its project to mark the original Pony Express Trail. Named after station keeper "Doc" Faust, the station was a two-story stone structure located some distance from the present marker. Back in 1860, the Pony Express Riders charged across the West Desert of Utah, braving all hazards to ensure the mail got through. Santa Fe, NM Relevance 87505, Download the official NPS app before your next visit. The most common use of the rangeland along the trail is livestock grazing which dates back to the mid 1800s. Many people used the Donner-Mormon route over the years, including the Overland Stage and the Pony Express. It was established in November 1858 and named for Secretary of War, John B. Floyd. Pony Express Trail/Faust Road is on the right. Please note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Rider Salary: $120-$125 per month Sep 26, 2020 @ 9:23am. A simple map showing the general route is below the directions. The trail today is best followed by picking it up near Fairfield and following the markers west. We have been to many historical attractions along the Pony Express Historical Trail. The drive traces the Pony Express trail across western Utah, one of the roughest stretches on its entire 1,900-mile route. The trail, Initially the stage express line was comprised of fifty coaches and extended about eight hundred miles. The Pony Express National Backcountry Byway route is approximately 133 miles in length. The proposed route was brutally simple; west out of St. Joseph, up the Platte and Sweetwater rivers, through South Pass and the Rockies to Salt Lake City, out across the Utah and Nevada deserts, up and over the Sierra Nevada and into California, as fast as man and animal could go, day and night. 3985 East Smith Ranch Road, Eagle Mountain, UT 84005 ( Map it) | Office 801-610-8714 | Fax 801-789-2604 | Schedule | Announcements. Others have more than one way point (some are designated (?)). Zoom in to find a location in Utah, then click on the yellow balloon of your choice to see the site name, address, access, image, and website. We had a great, but dusty time on the Pony Express Trail. This interpretive site was constructed in the spring of 1992. Pony Express Riders. Further west at 7.7 miles, the Faust Station marker can be seen on SR-36. It is suitable for cars and trucks, but if a person were to ride the trail for any distance, a 4×4 vehicle would be more appropriate. Take Interstate 80 to Wendover, Utah. There are many interesting sites to see along the trail. Activities of the station keeper, spare rider and blacksmith centered around caring for the horses and a simple existence. The Pony Express National Historic Trail is the route where young men on horseback once carried the nation's mail across the country between 1860 and 1861.

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