Key West Desert watering hole and Pony Express / Overland Stage station site on the Pony Express National Historic Trail. Named for Capt. James H. Simpson’s 1858 survey; excellent spring water made it one of the most important stations between Salt Lake and the Nevada line. BLM campground, interpretive exhibits, 1965 monument, and a 1975 station replica stand on the historic corridor near Faust.
Field facts
| Region | Tooele County, UT |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 40.0357, -112.7818 |
| Era | Pony Express 1860–61 / Overland Stage |
| Land manager | BLM Salt Lake Field Office |
| Trail | Pony Express National Historic Trail |
| Amenities | Campground + waysides |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- CampgroundSimpson Springs0.1 km away
- CampgroundKen's Lake Campground0.1 km away
- RestroomUpper Simpson Campground Sst0.2 km away
- RestroomLower Simpson Campground Sst0.2 km away
- RestroomSimpson Station Sst0.6 km away
- Visitor centerSimpson Springs Station0.6 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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