Five Day Living History Wagon Trek
Have you ever wondered if you could survive a cross country journey on a wagon train through the heart of the old west over 2,200 miles? This five day wagon train trek gives you a little taste of what it would have been like to travel like a pioneer through central Wyoming in the mid-1800s. This is an experience like none other!
5 DAY SOUTH PASS Living History, Oregon Trail , California Trail Wagon Train and PONY EXPRESS Horse Back Treks.
Embark on an unforgettable experience with our five-day wagon train vacations. Travel through Wyoming's historic trails, reliving the pioneer days. Enjoy hands-on activities, explore iconic landmarks, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Perfect for families, history enthusiasts, and adventurers alike, this journey promises to be both educational and exhilarating. Book now for the ultimate wagon train vacations experience!
There is excitement and adventure in traveling the historic trails to the Oregon and California Territories.
The Old Oregon Trail is an incredible journey ... The covered wagon is a symbol of the western expansion of the United States. In 1843, the first large migration left Missouri in May. They traveled across and what is now Wyoming, over South Pass to Oregon Country. Available May - September
Ride in our large, comfortable Conestoga Wagons. With the sides rolled up you can photograph the scenery and wildlife as you roll along. You can ride horses as Pony Express riders or you can walk in the footsteps of the pioneers. You can switch off with the horse rider in your group.
Tours begin at Casper, Wyoming. The Historic Wagon Train begins on the Sweetwater River, ending with at South Pass. We travel west from Casper, Wyoming, stopping at the historic sites of Independence Rock, Devil's Gate, and begin our wagon journey west of Split Rock.
You ford the Sweet Water river at the 6th crossing ,go over rocky Ridge and ford again at the 9th crossing.
As we travel roughly 12 miles per day, you will pass old gold mines and Pony Express stations, discover historic markers / monuments and hear of the trials endured by the intrepid pioneers. In the evening we will all help pitch camp, tend to the horses, prepare our bedrolls and assist with Dutch Oven cooking our meals over the fire.
After breakfast each day, we take down and load camp, hitch the team, saddle the horses and travel west. We visit historic landmarks and trail markers. Walk in the footprints of the pioneers who settled the west, as the majestic Wind River Mountains to the North West watch over us. Arriving in camp, we set up Trail Tipi tents, prepare dinner with Dutch Ovens and tell stories around the campfire
Pricing includes individual meals,Sleeping Bags, sleeping pads and or cots, The Wagon Train has a support vehicle providing portable restrooms for guests during the journey.