The Tevis Cup (the Western States Trail Ride)
Up to 250 horses and their riders compete each year under a mid-summer full moon, starting near Olympic Valley and crossing the rugged passes and canyons of the Sierra Nevada.
Up to 250 horses and their riders compete each year under a mid-summer full moon, starting near Olympic Valley and crossing the rugged passes and canyons of the Sierra Nevada. Their challenge is to reach the finish line at Auburn, 100 miles away, in less than 24 hours and still be “fit to continue”. This unique equestrian event is the oldest of its kind and is still considered the most difficult. The Tevis Ride is famous for a number of iconic locations along its stunning trails.
- Hours Check website for dates
- The Western States Trail Foundation: 530-823-7282
- Website The Tevis Cup (the Western States Trail Ride)
- Best Feature Even if you don't compete, you can see a lot of the Ride (and related activities) first hand
- Endurance
- Unique Event
- Iconic Locations
Finish line is at Auburn, 100 miles away.
ALSO CHECK OUT:
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Quarry & Western States Loop Trail
Auburn, CAHighway 49 S, Auburn, CA 95603This loop affords regular users of the Quarry Trail an alternate route rather than the normal out and back.
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Weimar Institute Trails
Weimar, CA20601 West Paoli Lane, Weimar, CA 95736Extensive network of trails through oak/pine/manzanita forested areas with seasonal and year-round creeks and some natural meadows. Some trails have “tunnels” through old manzanita groves.
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Carnelian Bay Beach
Carnelian Bay, CA5074 North Lake Boulevard, Carnelian Bay, CA 96161The site includes a lakefront promenade, benches, picnic tables, barbecues (bring your own charcoal), and restrooms.