The Golden Spike Horse Trials is an annual equestrian event held at the Golden Spike Event Center in Ogden, Utah. Organized by the Wasatch Pony Club, this United States Eventing Association (USEA) recognized competition offers divisions from Introductory through Preliminary levels, encompassing dressage, cross-country, and show jumping disciplines. The event spans three days, typically in June, with dressage on Friday, cross-country on Saturday, and stadium jumping on Sunday, followed by victory laps and an award ceremony. The cross-country course, maintained by the Wasatch Pony Club, features diverse terrain and obstacles, providing a challenging experience for competitors. The event has a rich history, with the inaugural trials held in 1987, and continues to be a significant fixture in the regional equestrian calendar.
Tadpole through Training.