D.I.R.T Feb. 2nd – 4th, Ocotillo Wells , CA

D.I.R.T  Ocotillo Wells , CA (pre-registration required)
February 2-4, 2024

Mens DIRT is now FAMILY DIRT and It’s good for families to get away! Bring your friends, toys and RVs, to the Southern California desert for an unforgettable weekend of amazing riding, fantastic food, a challenging speaker, prizes, giveaways, and connection with other believers in the dessert. Ocotillo Wells SVRA has something for everyone, with a wide variety of terrain for all skill levels.

F.A.Q.s

  • When is it? February 2-4, 2024.
  • How much is it? Scroll down to see pricing and registration information.
  • By when do I need to register? You can register anytime online. There is no cutoff date to register. However, to receive a D.I.R.T. Shirt, you must register by January 15, 2024. If you register after that, we may not have a D.I.R.T. Shirt for you!
  • How old do you have to be to attend? Minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. There is no minimum age, but parent/guardians must be responsible for minors under their care at all times.
  • When does it start and end? Registration begins Friday at 3pm and we’ll shut down on Sunday at 10:00am.
  • How many meals are provided? We will be providing 3 meals (Saturday breakfast, Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast) and a couple of snack times. Please bring your own food for dinner on Friday and lunch on the trail on Saturday. You can also ride to the Blue Inn for a hot meal as well.
  • Can I bring alcohol? No. This is a non-alcohol event.
  • Can we shoot guns? No guns, weapons, or fireworks are allowed.
  • Will there be prizes? You bet.
  • Will I have a good time? Oh yeah!
  • What should I bring? Your own accommodations, something to ride, tools, riding gear, helmet, goggles, cell phone, clothes, jacket, flash light, toiletries, lawn chair, snacks, something for lunch on Saturday, firewood, fuel, oils, friends, your appetite and a sense of adventure.
  • Where? Ocotillo Wells SVRA is not issuing group event permits at this time. Therefore our campsite will be relocated directly across Hwy 78 from Ocotillo Wells Recreation Area, next to the Blu-In RV park. Located 2.5 hours South of Los Angeles and 1.5 hours East of San Diego.
  • Where will we be camping? We will be camping next to the Blu-In RV Park. We will not be in the RV area, and there are no hookups. Here are driving directions to our camp site.
  • What is the nearest riding area? Ocotillo Wells, directly across Highway 78, is the nearest riding area. Here’s a map of Ocotillo Wells SVRA.
  • What are the rules in Ocotillo Wells SVRA? If you are planning on riding in Ocotillo Wells SVRA, here’s the visitor’s guide with the rules and other valuable info.
  • What skill level do I need to have? Nearby riding areas have a huge variety of terrain that is great for everyone from beginners to experts.
  • What’s the terrain like? There are roads, trails, washes, open desert, single track, hill climbs, and a sand dune.
  • Where are the nearest services? There are services nearby in Ocotillo Wells, Anza Borrego, and Salton Sea.
  • What’s the weather going to be like? Please check with online weather services. However, be prepared that the evening for cold evenings and possible blowing sand.
  • Do I need to bring my own RV/sleeping accommodations? Yes. You are responsible to provide your own housing.
  • Where can I rent an RV?* Here are a few suggestions: starrvrentals.com 
  • Do I need to reserve an RV spot? You do need to register for the event, but there are no designated spots. Just come out and pick a spot near our meeting and kitchen area.
  • Will there be RV hook-ups? No. We’ll be dry camping in the desert.
  • Will there be port-a-potties? Yep.
  • Can I rough it in a tent? Yes, but it can get cold and very windy. If the wind kicks up, it could blow your tent over!
  • Do I need to bring my own ride? Yes, we will not be providing any vehicles to use or rent.
  • Where can I rent an ATV?* We recommend Ironwoods Rentals for RZRs. Ironwoods Rentals is offering a Hume-exclusive $50 off for a full-day rental.
  • Is this open to all forms of off-road vehicles? Yes, bring whatever you’ve got. It’s for motorcycles, quads, buggies, 4x4s.
  • Does my ride need to be registered? Yes, all vehicles must be registered with a current green or red OHV sticker and all quad must have flags.
  • What happens if my vehicle breaks? You are responsible to repair your own vehicles. Be prepared and bring tools (or a friend that has tools.)
  • What happens if I get hurt? You are responsible for all risk and liability while you are riding. We suggest riding with a cell phone to be able to dial 911 in case of a medical emergency.

* Hume Lake Christian Camps provides this list of providers as a courtesy only. The listing of an equipment provider on this page does not imply an endorsement of their products, services or safety records. D.I.R.T. attendees who choose to use these equipment providers do so at their own risk.

  • How do I make sure I get my free DIRT T-Shirt? In order to receive your free D.I.R.T. T-shirt, you must register before January 15, 2024. Registration will still be open after this date, but we cannot guarantee you will get a shirt.
  • What will happen to my deposit if something comes up and I have to cancel? All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
  • Who do I contact if I still have some questions?  (559) 305-7784

2023 Fremont Peak


DRIVING UPDATES
Follow arrows in from the Fremont Road entrance. There are a few puddles to navigate around or use momentum and plow through them. Nobody got stuck driving this route today.
Cuddyback Dry lake is a bit wet and could be challenging in two wheel drive.
Hoffman road is safest bet, but also longest and bumpiest route.
Fremont Peak road may be the best bet for this year.

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Our annual New Years ride is coming up. The first arriving RUTS members will mark camp in with RUTS arrows from 20 Mule Team Road and Highway 395.

See MAP links below for camp location
Our club ride scheduled for:
Thurs Dec 28th through Mon Jan 1st

We will be camped at the first dry lake bed behind Fremont Peak (not Cuddyback), in the same location we have used for past few years.

We will have rides to the Husky Monument, Inscription Canyon, Randsburg, The Squid Pit, The “Gold Fish” pond and an “Around the Peak” single track advanced ride. We will have a Saturday night potluck dessert, and Sunday morning “Church in the desert”.

Thursday / Friday: Ride to inscription canyon, Husky, Randsburg and or the Gold Fish pond.
Saturday: more rides….Potluck Dessert after dinner. (7pm)
Sunday: Church in the desert. 9am

Single track “Around the Peak”, Saturday.

Camp location
GPS: 35° 13.258’N 117° 26.582’W
Google Earth (KMZ):http://tinyurl.com/RUTSnewyearscamp
Google Maps: http://tinyurl.com/RUTSnewyearscamp2
PDF Map: http://tinyurl.com/RUTSnewyearscamp3

DIRECTIONS. Take highway 395 NORTH from Kramer Junction (395/58) for 18.5 miles Turn RIGHT onto Cuddeback Road (20 Mule Team Road).

If Cuddyback dry lake is DRY, go 5.2 miles and turn RIGHT again onto a marked road that will go TOWARDS the dry lake. There might be RUTS arrows at this intersection.  Go right towards Cuddeback Dry Lake. Once on the lake bed, turn RIGHT. Follow the Lake / road to the 5 way intersection. There may be more arrows at this intersection. Go THROUGH the intersection, and continue approximately 2 more miles to the un-named dry lake at the base of Fremont Peak Mountain. RED LINE ON MAP BELOW

RAIN ALTERNATE, go EXACTLY 4.6 miles on Cuddyback Road, and turn RIGHT onto Hoffman Road, the road will take you all the way to the 5 way intersection. There will be more arrows at this intersection. Go THROUGH the intersection, and continue approximately 2 more miles to the un-named dry lake at the base of Fremont Peak Mountain. BLUE LINE ON MAP BELOW

Traditional Route, via Fremont Peak road. Reports are that this road is in better shape this year then in years past. No major puddles, unless it rains the days before our camp trip. Do NOT expect RUTS arrows on this route. Only go this route if familiar with the location. New attendees should go the route via Cuddyback Road. There is a rough section at bottom of hill coming up to 5 way intersection that is hard on large motorhomes pulling trailers. Trucks and or small trailers will have no problems going this route. From Hwy 395, Turn RIGHT onto Fremont Peak Road, veer left at 3.8 miles. Go 4.5 miles tot eh 5 way intersection. Turn RIGHT and go 2 miles to campsite. GREEN LINE ON MAP BELOW.

Please don’t forget to bring a dessert to share SATURDAY night and also FIREWOOD!
For more information or questions
Check out the RUTS Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/groups/racersundertheson/
or email ruts@ruts.org