By Cris Alarcon, InEDC Writer. (June 6, 2025)
The 76th Annual Highway 50 Wagon Train is set to arrive in Placerville, California, on Saturday, June 7, 2025, culminating a week-long journey that began on May 31 in Round Hill, Nevada. This historic reenactment traces the path of 19th-century pioneers along the Sierra Nevada, offering a living tribute to the spirit of the American West.
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The Wagon Train is scheduled to make its ceremonial entrance into downtown Placerville at 3:00 p.m., converging at the historic Bell Tower on Main Street. This event is part of the city’s Golden History Days, a celebration running from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., featuring live music, historical displays, and family-friendly activities.
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Organized by the Highway 50 Association, the Wagon Train is the last full-length, historically accurate wagon train reenactment in the United States. Participants, donned in period attire, travel at an average pace of three miles per hour, camping at designated stops along the route. The journey includes roles such as wagon masters, scouts, outriders, and cooks, all contributing to an immersive historical experience.
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The itinerary for the 2025 Wagon Train includes:
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May 31: Departure from Round Hill Village, Nevada
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June 1: Arrival at Amaker Ranch, Meyers, CA
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June 2: Travel to Tamarack Pines Cutoff, CA
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June 3: Journey to Kyburz, CA
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June 4: Proceed to Fresh Pond, CA
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June 5: Layover day at Fresh Pond with potluck dinner and association awards
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June 6: Move to Pollock Pines, CA
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June 7: Final leg to Placerville, CA, concluding at the Placerville Cinema Parking Lot
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Golden History Days in Placerville is more than a reenactment; it’s a community-driven celebration that honors the diverse cultures and histories of the Sierra foothills. Organizers, in partnership with local merchants and historical groups, have crafted an inclusive event that welcomes families, history enthusiasts, and curious visitors alike.
