King of the Hammers 2028 (Race Week)
King of the Hammers Race Week — Ultra4 + UTV + EV racing inside a self-built desert RV city.
Days to go
523days · Feb 4–12, 2028
2028 dates
Feb 4–12
Johnson Valley OHV Area (BLM, San Bernardino County) · California
Search RVs for these datesWhere to sleep in California
California campgrounds we keep verified — rig limits, fees and booking windows straight from the operator. Distances to Johnson Valley OHV Area (BLM, San Bernardino County) vary, so check the map before you commit.
- Upper Pines Campground (Yosemite NP)Nearest town: Yosemite Valley · National Park Service$36/nightRigs to 35 ftBooks 5 months ahead on the 15th 7am pt via recreation.gov
- Jumbo Rocks Campground (Joshua Tree NP)Nearest town: Twentynine Palms · National Park Service$20/nightRigs to 35 ftBooks 6 months ahead via recreation.gov
- Lodgepole Campground (Sequoia NP)Nearest town: Three Rivers · National Park Service$32/nightRigs to 42 ftBooks 6 months ahead via recreation.gov
- Furnace Creek Campground (Death Valley NP)Nearest town: Furnace Creek · National Park Service$22–$36/nightRigs to 35 ftBooks 6 months ahead via recreation.gov for reservable season
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What you need to know
King of the Hammers 2028 Race Week takes over the Johnson Valley OHV Area for roughly eight days, building 'Hammertown' — a self-contained city of tens of thousands. There are no hookups, no dump, no water, and no trash service on the playa, so a fully self-sufficient rig is the standard. BLM day-use + permit fees apply via the official event registration.
Official source: ultra4racing.com
Safety + legal
Mojave high desert in winter: 30°F nights, dust storms, no on-site services. Bring 30+ gal water, full propane, generator + fuel for 8+ days, and recovery gear. Nearest fuel/grocery is Lucerne Valley (~25 mi); nearest dump/water is Yucca Valley (~50 mi).
Insider tip
Hammertown dispersed BLM camping is free, but spots near the main pit fill first — arrive early in the week to claim a level pad away from generator-row noise.
Plan your trip · Feb 4–12, 2028 · Johnson Valley OHV Area (BLM, San Bernardino County)
Rent an RV near King of the Hammers (Race Week)
Search runs on your Feb 4–12, 2028 window with a one-day buffer on each side — arrive early, leave late. Whether an RV is listed for those dates depends on what California hosts have posted, so the campsite plan below is worth locking either way.
- Dates
- Feb 4–12, 2028
- Days away
- 523
- Location
- Johnson Valley OHV Area (BLM, San Bernardino County)
- Book ahead
- 12+ weeks
- Planning window
- Start early
Hosting near Johnson Valley OHV Area (BLM, San Bernardino County)? List your rig and put your calendar in front of event travellers.
List your rig →Start early, arrive easy — the whole runway
The honest runway from start-looking to head-home, with a one-day buffer on each end.
Start
~12 weeks out
Give yourself ~12 weeks to line up a rig and a campsite.
Arrive
Feb 3
Roll in a day early and set up camp.
Event
Feb 4–12
King of the Hammers 2028 (Race Week)
Head home
Feb 13
Leave a day late and skip the exodus.
Best rigs for King of the Hammers (Race Week)
First pick first — each row opens a search for Feb 4-12, already filtered to the class.
Plan it by rig
Each class above has its own planning page for King of the Hammers (Race Week) — class fit and booking guidance in one place.
Frequently asked about King of the Hammers (Race Week)
When is King of the Hammers 2028 (Race Week)?
King of the Hammers 2028 (Race Week) runs Feb 4–12, 2028 in Johnson Valley OHV Area (BLM, San Bernardino County), California.
Where is King of the Hammers (Race Week) held?
Johnson Valley OHV Area (BLM, San Bernardino County), California.
What are the exact 2028 dates?
Feb 4–12, 2028.
What RV should I rent for King of the Hammers (Race Week)?
Best categories: off-road, rv, trucks-vans. King of the Hammers 2028 Race Week takes over the Johnson Valley OHV Area for roughly eight days, building 'Hammertown' — a self-contained city of tens of thousands. There are no hookups, no dump, no water, and no trash service on the playa, so a fully self-sufficient rig is the standard. BLM day-use + permit fees apply via the official event registration.
How early should I book an RV?
Recommended lead time: 12 weeks. Event windows book up early, so search and lock your dates as soon as your plans firm up.
What safety and legal guidance applies?
Mojave high desert in winter: 30°F nights, dust storms, no on-site services. Bring 30+ gal water, full propane, generator + fuel for 8+ days, and recovery gear. Nearest fuel/grocery is Lucerne Valley (~25 mi); nearest dump/water is Yucca Valley (~50 mi).
What's an insider tip?
Hammertown dispersed BLM camping is free, but spots near the main pit fill first — arrive early in the week to claim a level pad away from generator-row noise.
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Before you rent in California — key local rules
Noncommercial Class B for motorhomes > 40 ft or > 3 axles — California Vehicle Code §12804
California Boater Card mandatory by 2025 (all ages) — California State Parks — Boater Card
Green sticker / red sticker required for OHV use on public land — California State Parks OHMVR Division
0.08% BAC limit; open container prohibited in passenger area — California Vehicle Code §23222
Editorial summary, not legal advice. Verify with California DMV before relying. Reviewed in the last 3 months (as of 2026-05-24).
California rules · last verified 2026-05-10
- State rental tax
- 9.75% · not collected by PickRV
- Min driver age
- 21+ std · 25+ Class A
- Gravel roads
- Permit required
- Generator quiet
- 22:00-06:00