Coldwater Stake Pioneer Trek 2026
Deseret Land and Livestock Ranch
"Behold my Spirit is upon you, wherefore all thy words will I justify; and the mountains shall flee before you, and the rivers shall turn from their course; thou shalt abide in me, and I in you; therefore walk with me."
Register NowDates
June 17–20, 2026
Arrive at the Stake Center by 6:00 AM on June 17. Return by 3:30 PM on June 20.
Location
Deseret Land & Livestock Ranch
Transportation by bus is provided from the Stake Center.
Eligibility
Youth Ages 14–18
Must turn 14 by December 31, 2026. Graduating seniors are encouraged to attend.
Cost
Free
Bring a sack lunch from home for Day 1. All other meals, trail snacks, and water are provided.
Transportation
Bus Provided
The North Ogden Coldwater Stake provides buses to and from Deseret Land and Livestock Ranch.
Meals
Almost All Meals Included
Bring a sack lunch from home for Day 1. All other meals, trail snacks, and water are provided.
About the Trek
Pioneer trek is a four-day experience where youth reenact the journey of early Latter-day Saint pioneers who pulled handcarts across the plains. More than a history lesson, trek is a spiritual journey designed to help each youth draw closer to Jesus Christ, build lasting friendships, and discover that they can do hard things.
Participants are organized into "trek families" — each led by a Ma and Pa. One company will make the journey together, with each family comprising about 8 youth. Days are filled with miles of trekking, and evenings feature devotionals, testimony meetings, speakers, talent shows, square dancing, and pioneer games.
"Experience that you can do hard things — and that you don't do them alone."
