How Far Did a Covered Wagon Travel in a Day?

According to the National Park Service, covered wagons were sometimes referred to as "prairie schooners" and were used to transport food and other supplies for those who were travelling along the trails to the West. Fully loaded wagons left little space for travelers, and many travelers made the journey on foot alongside their covered wagons. The covered wagon fell out of use with the completion of railroads, which offered a much safer way to travel.