Each June the National Pony Express Association recreates the Pony Express in a Commemorative Re-Ride, where letters are carried by horseback over the original trail that stretches from St. Joseph, Missouri, to Sacramento, California. The 1,966 mile, eight-state event is conducted 24 hours a day over a 10-day period until the mail is delivered to its destination!

On Tuesday, June 16, riders will exchange the mail at Rock Creek Station’s East Ranch at approximately 1:45 p.m.

Arrive early, as the times are estimates and the Pony can be ahead or behind schedule! Go to NationalPonyExpress.org/re-ride/ for a complete ride schedule and track the progress of the riders as it happens!

The Rock Creek Station Visitor Center will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

A valid state park vehicle permit is required.

Contact the park for more information at [email protected] or 402-729-5777.