Cold Springs Pony Express Station Ruins

Cold Springs Pony Express Station Ruins consist of stone walls with window openings, a fireplace, and corral remnants scattered across the property. The remains show how basic these relay stations were built and how they functioned to support the mail service.

The station was built in 1860 to serve as a relay point for the transcontinental mail route. It was abandoned in 1861 after armed conflicts made the region too dangerous for operations.

This place shows how communication networks connected remote western settlements and shaped daily life. Visitors can sense the isolation these stations faced and understand their role in linking distant communities.

The site is located along U.S. Route 50 east of Fallon and is open for day visits. There is parking available and restroom facilities on-site, making it easy to stop and explore.

A station keeper named Jose Zowgaltz was fatally wounded in 1860 while trying to reach safety during an armed attack. His story reveals the real dangers these workers faced in their daily work.