Pony Express Trail Run
Vernon, United States • 17 Oct 2025
The Pony Express Trail Run is an ultramarathon held in the remote west desert of Utah along the historic 1860 Pony Express Trail. It offers two race distances: 50 miles and 100 miles, both run entirely on dirt roads with about 3,000 feet of elevation gain and loss. The course starts at Lookout Campground west of Faust, UT.
The 100-mile race extends to Fish Springs National Wildlife Refuge before returning to finish at Simpson Springs, while the 50-mile race finishes at the Blackrock Pony Express station site. A support crew is mandatory to provide aid along the route. The course is fast, scenic, and ideal for first-time ultramarathoners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.