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KING OF THE HAMMERS — JOHNSON VALLEY CA

palm trees and giant art against desert mountains, bass thumping as the sun drops

King of the Hammers — 1-week off-road racing + RV city on BLM land.

2026-01-31 → 2026-02-08 · Johnson Valley OHV (BLM land)

Search opens with a one-day buffer on each side — arrive early, leave late.

Browse rigs for King of the Hammers — Johnson Valley CA dates →Plan a multi-stop trip

Hosting near Johnson Valley OHV (BLM land)? Event weekends book first — owners keep 75%.

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Start

2026-01-31

End

2026-02-08

Days away

Past

Location

Johnson Valley OHV (BLM land)

What you need to know

King of the Hammers takes over Johnson Valley OHV Recreation Area for ~1 week. RV camping is the standard — there are no hookups, this is desert boondocking.

Official source: ultra4racing.com

Book ahead

12+ wk

Demand vs baseline

3×

Est. attendance

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Safety + legal

Mojave Desert in winter — 30F nights, 65F days, dust storms. BLM permit required for the event. Pack out all waste.

Insider tip — what you won't find elsewhere

Hammertown RV camping is FREE (BLM dispersed) — but bring 30+ gal water, full propane, generator + fuel for 8+ days.

Best rigs for King of the Hammers — Johnson Valley CA

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Active discounts for this event

Code FIRST15 · save ~$120 on $800/5nt

First trip on PickRV? 15% off, on us.

Code INSURANCE-WAIVE · save ~$64 on $800/5nt

Plus members: insurance fee on us, every booking.

FAQ

When does King of the Hammers — Johnson Valley CA happen?

King of the Hammers — Johnson Valley CA runs 2026-01-31 through 2026-02-08 in Johnson Valley OHV (BLM land), california.

What kind of rig should I rent for King of the Hammers — Johnson Valley CA?

Best categories: off-road, rv, trucks-vans. King of the Hammers takes over Johnson Valley OHV Recreation Area for ~1 week. RV camping is the standard — there are no hookups, this is desert boondocking.

How early should I book my RV for King of the Hammers — Johnson Valley CA?

Recommended lead time: 12 weeks. For demand multiplier 3× events, local inventory fills fastest — book early to lock the best rigs and rates.

What safety + legal guidance applies for King of the Hammers — Johnson Valley CA?

Mojave Desert in winter — 30F nights, 65F days, dust storms. BLM permit required for the event. Pack out all waste.

What's an insider tip for King of the Hammers — Johnson Valley CA?

Hammertown RV camping is FREE (BLM dispersed) — but bring 30+ gal water, full propane, generator + fuel for 8+ days.

Ready to roll?

California is waiting.

Owners keep 75% · optional coverage at checkout · 48h free cancel. Owners + companies + tour operators all welcome.

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Important: travel + safety + insurance disclaimer

This guide is provided for general informational purposes only. PickRV is not an insurer, legal advisor, or vehicle-safety authority. Trip planning, route selection, rig suitability, weather, and emergency decisions are the renter's responsibility. Always consult the rig manufacturer's owner's manual, your insurance provider, the U.S. National Park Service (nps.gov), NOAA / NWS weather alerts (weather.gov), state and local emergency-management agencies, and current local regulations before and during travel. Cost figures, season windows, road conditions, and fee references on this page are estimates as of May 2026 and vary by season, location, rig, carrier, and operator. Mentions of brand names, state-tourism marks, national-park feature names, or third-party programs are informational only and do not imply affiliation, sponsorship, or endorsement.

Per-state legal callout · CA

Before you rent in California — key local rules

Noncommercial Class B for motorhomes > 40 ft or > 3 axles
California requires a noncommercial Class B license for housecars over 40 ft OR with more than 3 axles. Standard Class C covers most rental motorhomes under that threshold (CA VC §12804.9, §12804.10). Out-of-state visitors must meet the same standard.
California Vehicle Code §12804 · verified 2026-05-24
California Boater Card mandatory by 2025 (all ages)
As of January 1, 2025, all motorized-vessel operators must carry the California Boater Card. The card is issued for life after passing a NASBLA-approved course administered by California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways.
California State Parks — Boater Card · verified 2026-05-24
Green sticker / red sticker required for OHV use on public land
California OHVs must display a current OHV registration sticker (green = year-round, red = restricted seasons for 2003-and-earlier 2-stroke) on any state-managed riding area. Issued by DMV; renewed every 2 years.
California State Parks OHMVR Division · verified 2026-05-24
0.08% BAC limit; open container prohibited in passenger area
Standard 0.08% BAC for drivers (0.04% for commercial). California enforces the federal open-container framework: alcoholic beverages must be sealed or stored in a non-passenger area (e.g., RV living-quarters separator closed) while the vehicle is on a public roadway.
California Vehicle Code §23222 · verified 2026-05-24

California rules · last verified 2026-05-10

· Tax: 10.25%
· Min driver age: 21+ standard, 25+ Class A
· Gravel roads: Permit required
· Generator quiet: 22:00-06:00