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Water in Utah and Nevada

"This last July I went back through Utah and Nevada to secure water for riders at the ranches along the route. The ranch owners are happy to let you access…

Mile 1866: Paved Alternative from Austin, NV to Middlegate, NV

"Here is a longer video showing the paved alternative from Austin, NV to Middlegate, NV. After days of nothing but gravel, tough two-track, some hike-a-bike sections, and dusty roads, booking it…

Mile 1299: Big Mountain Pass

"Before heading out to ride the Salt Lake City to Sacramento section of the Pony Express route I wanted to verify the single track option leading into Salt Lake City. Unfortunately,…

Mile 1525: Last Water for 200 Miles at Ibapah

"The stretch from Salt Lake City to Austin, Nevada covers roughly 400 miles. Salt Lake City is your last resupply for food unless you take the 60 miles round trip…

Mile 890: Glenrock

"Glenrock has been a vital part of Wyoming history for some time now. This short video [PBS video from Wyoming PBS, embedded in post] helps to explain its significance. As an…

Mile 767: Register Cliff and Guernsey Ruts

"Register cliff is within sight distance of Centre Star station. The family that lived there carved a cave into the cliff and used it for cold storage during the summer…

Mile 407: Midway Pony Express Station

"The Midway Pony Express Station is still standing. Restored and covered with a serious awning, this station is tucked back behind some grain silos. It's an easy one to miss and…

Mile 1015–Unscouted Portion

"Here is a map of the section in Wyoming that I wasn't able to scout myself. I'd love to have the route go through the Burnt Ranch station, but it…

Mile 0 – Support in St. Joseph

"I am located at the eastern terminus of St Joseph, MO. I'm looking forward to riding the eastern part for now but experiencing the whole route eventually. If anyone needs…

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Scott AlumbaughIn early March 2020, I decided to bikepack the length of the Pony Express Trail in Summer 2021, following the Pony Express Bikepacking Route, a nearly all off-road route created by Jan Bennett. You can learn more here >

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