Up to 250 horses and their riders compete each year under a mid-summer full moon, starting near Squaw 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 Squaw 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
- Phone 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:
-
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.
-
Diamond Oaks Golf Course
Roseville, CA349 Diamond Oaks Road, Roseville, CA 95678Diamond Oaks offers golfers of all levels an enjoyable golf experience.
-
Resort at Squaw Creek Golf
Olympic Valley, CA400 Squaw Creek Road, Olympic Valley, CA 96146Surrounded by six majestic Sierra peaks, the Links at Squaw Creek is a championship golf course that sits serenely at the base of Squaw Valley | Alpine Meadows near Lake Tahoe, California.
