Pony Express Trail
2.8 mi
Distance
62 ft
Elev. Gain
58m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Pony Express Trail is a point-to-point trail in El Dorado County, California. It is 2.8 miles long and gains 62 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Meyers, California, about 4 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 | 2,077 ft |
| End | 2.8 mi | 1,771 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: OpenStreetMap contributors, 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:
- Meyers, CA · about 4 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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