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Pony Express National Historic Trail
Simpson Spring NPEA rider, Utah
A National Pony Express Association rider poses at Simpson Springs in Utah.
It is hard to believe that young men once rode horses to carry mail from Missouri to California in the unprecedented time of only 10 days. This relay system along the Pony Express National Historic Trail in eight states was the most direct and practical means of east-west communications before the telegraph.
Devil's Gate, Wyoming
Devil's Gate was an important landmark on the trail in Wyoming.
Fort Laramie NHS monument, Wyoming
A monument and plaque about the Pony Express can be found at Fort Laramie in Wyoming.
Schelbourne Station, Nevada
A Pony Express rider silhouette can be found at the Schelbourne Station site in Nevada.
Stables at St. Joseph
Visit the historic stables in St. Joseph, Missouri.
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You can visit many sites of the Pony Express National Historic Trail over the 1,800-mile historic route that crosses 8 states.
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Visitor Centers vary from state to state Facility
The Pony Express National Historic Trail passes through seven states. A variety of visitor facilities are available along the trail. See our Things to Do page for recommendations.
