1501 Kirkwood Meadows Dr
Kirkwood, CA 95646
+ 1 (530) 314-2565 / +1 (855) 948-0694
Cabins / RV Camping / Campground
The Carson River Resort is located 2 miles south of Markleeville on Highway 89. Featuring cabins, RV hookups, and tent camping locations near the Carson River, the resort is located on the Death Ride route.
+1 (530) 694-2229
Carson River Resorts
12399 CA-89, Markleeville
CA 96120
Located on Hwy 88 near the junction to South Lake Tahoe, Desolation Hotel Hope Valley offers cabins, yurts, camping, and a sauna! Grab some food at the Hope Valley Bar and Grill or Sorensen's Cafe, both located on the property; you'll have everything you need to relax before and after the ride.
14255 CA-88
Hope Valley, CA 96120
+1 (530) 694-2203
Featuring Caples Lake Restaurant and Lounge as well as a sauna and the most stunning views! Most cabins have a full kitchen with a stove, oven, coffee maker, microwave, full refrigerator, gas BBQ, and fire pit.
1111 C.A. 88 Kirkwood, CA
95646
+1 (209) 258-8888
PLEASE NOTE:
There will be NO PARKING on July 10th & 11th at Turtle Rock Park except for Van Campers.
Rider parking will be along the highway ONLY.
This is the easiest way yet to experience the event weekend. Open to vans AND other vehicles within the size limits (MAX 25 feet, single footprint). Wake up steps from packet pickup, the expo, and the 5:00 AM start line, without the stress of an early morning drive or logistics. Just park, settle in, and be right in the heart of Death Ride weekend.
The Death Ride is a legendary endurance challenge, 103 miles, 5 passes, and 14,000+ feet of climbing through the Sierra Nevada, and now your pre-ride setup can be just as dialed as your training.
$78 - 2 Night Van Camp: July 10th & 11th
With van camping, you’ll be close to:
Van campers will have access to:
MAX SIZE: 25 feet - single footprint.
Any vehicle OKAY (within size limits)
The new spots are extremely limited. click the link below to secure yours. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.
Show your email confirmation upon arrival, and you will be directed to your campsite. Check In: Friday, July 10th, 11am - 8 pm.
Dry camping and car camping along Highway 89 near Turtle Rock Park area is allowed. Space is limited to first-come, first-served. Please be sure that you are parked completely off the road.
3415 Hot Springs Rd
Markleeville, CA 96120
Booking Available.
www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=508
First-come, first-served
US Forest Service - Humboldt-Toiyabe
www.fs.usda.gov/r04/humboldt-toiyabe/recreation/markleeville-campground
First-come, first-served
US Forest Service - Humboldt-Toiyabe
www.fs.usda.gov/r04/humboldt-toiyabe/recreation/kit-carson-campground
Booking Available.
Please note there is more than one Silver Creek Campground - the correct one is 11 miles south of Markleeville
( GPS: 38° 35' 20.2999" N 119° 47' 13.8001" W)
www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232187
Dispersed Camping First-come, first-served
US Forest Service - Humboldt-Toiyabe
www.fs.usda.gov/r04/humboldt-toiyabe/recreation/centerville-flat-dispersed-campground
US Forest Service - Eldorado National Forest
www.fs.usda.gov/r05/eldorado/recreation/woods-lake-campground
US Forest Service - Humboldt-Toiyabe
www.fs.usda.gov/r04/humboldt-toiyabe/recreation/crystal-springs-campground
This year, we are launching an ‘Adopt a Rider’ Program where locals will offer to host a rider or two at their homes or provide camping on their properties. If you’re interested, email: gabweetman55@gmail.com
Useful Links:
www.airbnb.com/alpine-county-ca/stays
Alpine County is comprised of three national forests:
Important note on getting to the ride:
The roads close at 5 am on July 11th for the ride. Keep this in mind when planning how to get from your accommodation to the Starting Line at Turtle Rock Park.
See our Course Map to see which sections of the roads will impact your travel to the start. The roads will reopen in stages as each section of the course closes.
