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76th Annual Highway 50 Wagon Train Returns: Ride Through Gold Rush History

Experience a Once-a-Year Pioneer Reenactment Before It Rolls Out of Town—May 31 to June 7, 2025

Cris Alarcon by Cris Alarcon
May 5, 2025
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76th Annual Highway 50 Wagon Train Rides Again: A Living History Journey from Lake Tahoe to Placerville

1951 Wagon Train viewed from balcony of Harvey's old Saloon-Style Gambling Hall building

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By Eddie Eldorado. (May 5, 2025)

PLACERVILLE, Calif. (AP) — The 76th Annual Highway 50 Wagon Train is set to embark on its historic journey from Round Hill, Nevada, to Placerville, California, from May 31 to June 7, 2025. This week-long event offers participants a unique opportunity to experience a living history reenactment of the westward migration along the Sierra Nevada’s historic corridor.

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Organized by the Highway 50 Association, the wagon train commemorates the pioneer spirit that once traversed this route during the Gold Rush era. Participants will travel through various towns, including Fresh Pond and Pollock Pines, before culminating in Placerville, historically known as “Hangtown.” The event features nightly campfires, historical presentations, and community gatherings, providing an immersive experience into 19th-century pioneer life .

Registration is open to the public, with options for horse riders and wagon passengers. Fees vary based on membership status and participation duration. For instance, non-member horse riders can register for $120 for the full trip, while wagon passengers pay $250 .

In a recent video, local historian and YouTuber Eddie Eldorado highlighted the significance of the wagon train, stating, “This is their 76th year. It’s living history rolling down the highway.” Eldorado, known for his “Gold Rush Motherload” channel, often broadcasts from historic sites, including former Pony Express stations.

Eldorado also shed light on lesser-known historical events in the region, such as the presence of the Knights of the Golden Circle (KGC) in Volcano, California. During the Civil War, the KGC, a secret Confederate sympathizer group, attempted to disrupt Union gold shipments. In response, Union supporters smuggled a cannon named “Old Abe” into Volcano to deter potential uprisings .

For those interested in participating or learning more about the wagon train, visit www.hwy50wagontrain.com.

Cris Alarcon

Cris Alarcon

Former Member: Executive Board of Directors, Treasurer, Boys & Girl Club of El Dorado County Western Slope. - Former Member: Board of Directors, Treasurer, Food Bank of El Dorado County. - Opening Team Dealer at Red Hawk Casino - Retried EDC Elections Department Inspector. - Youngest Charter Member of the Hangtown Kennel Club. - Political Strategist and Campaign Manager.

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