Pony Express
2.7 mi
Distance
528 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 10m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Pony Express is a point-to-point trail in El Dorado County, California. It is 2.7 miles long and gains 528 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Kirkwood, California, about 14 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,313 ft |
| High point | 2.6 mi | 1,399 ft |
| End | 2.7 mi | 1,389 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Kirkwood, CA · about 14 mi away
- County:
- El Dorado County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Harvey West Cabin
2.2 mi awayEldorado National Forest
Kyburz, CA
Check official pricing1 sitesReservable Cabin No Service
Strawberry Point Campground
4.2 mi awayEldorado National Forest
Pollock Pines, CA
Ice House Campground
4.4 mi awayEldorado National Forest
Pollock Pines, CA
Check official pricing169 sitesReservable TentRV PopularBooks out · 100% Good Coverage
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