First timer glamis (camp rzr event)

Fabianzx71

Fabianzx71

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I’m from the Bay Area and I’m planning on taking the trip to glamis to the camp rzr event but don’t know much, never been to glamis, what day should I arrive? I was thinking of getting there thursday night the 26. What should I expect? Where are the best campsites for non 4x4 truck? Best places to hit to see all types of stuff like races or just the events that are taking place? 

 
Camp rzr has become the season opener for Glamis.  Tons and tons of people. It will be overwhelming if your not with a group. It will be amazing for your first time.  It will be a trip you will never forget.  

 
camp rzr is in the flats behind the beach store. as for camping anywhere there is room will be alot of people by thursday night

 
As far as tickets go what price point am I looking at, I plan on taking a x3 can am and quad 

 
Not sure what camp razor may charge for stuff. You will need to pick up a permit for your stay. Camping permit.

 
My two cents, try to arrive before dark so you can figure out where you’re going to camp and can the more compact dirt areas in the wash. Gecko might be tough if your coming in on Thursday. 

 
Fabianzx71 said:
As far as tickets go what price point am I looking at, I plan on taking a x3 can am and quad 
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camp rzr is free just camping pass for what ever you drive in i think the around 50. might want to get a pass before you get to the dunes to hard to find one in the dunes thursday night. aslo im from out of state so i just guy the non resident registration sticker but if they are ca registered i think you are all good

 
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https://www.polaris.com/en-us/off-road/community/rzr-life/camp-rzr/ 

As mentioned, the event itself takes place directly behind the Glamis Beach Store.

Expect dust, and lots of it... it's the dryest and warmest of the holiday/big weekends of the season and the constant flow of offroad traffic near the event hub will put a dust cloud around the beach store in a mile plus radius.

Non-4x4 is fine in the flats near the store and most washes, be prepared to air down if things get hairy and there are a couple places to air back up - a air hose behind the beach store (between them and the event area) and a air hose near Gilmore's in vendors.

The dunes between the washes, the hill, and the swingset will be absolutely packed and this weekend, more than any other, is considered "amateur hour". Expect high traffic in the dunes between the "hot spots" and be ready to peel off and pick a different line in a moment's notice.

The dunes have changed significantly since last season and torrential rains have caused wash outs and weird features. I'd be skeptical of following/trusting anyone else's tracks out there for a while. 

Like others mentioned, especially if you are unfamiliar with Glamis, this particular weekend, and not camping with a group - I'd get there during the daylight to find a place and set up camp, even if that's 7am Friday vs Thursday night.

Good luck, have fun, and take your trash out with you to the dumpsters :cheers:

 
HozayKwarvo said:
https://www.polaris.com/en-us/off-road/community/rzr-life/camp-rzr/ 

As mentioned, the event itself takes place directly behind the Glamis Beach Store.

Expect dust, and lots of it... it's the dryest and warmest of the holiday/big weekends of the season and the constant flow of offroad traffic near the event hub will put a dust cloud around the beach store in a mile plus radius.

Non-4x4 is fine in the flats near the store and most washes, be prepared to air down if things get hairy and there are a couple places to air back up - a air hose behind the beach store (between them and the event area) and a air hose near Gilmore's in vendors.

The dunes between the washes, the hill, and the swingset will be absolutely packed and this weekend, more than any other, is considered "amateur hour". Expect high traffic in the dunes between the "hot spots" and be ready to peel off and pick a different line in a moment's notice.

The dunes have changed significantly since last season and torrential rains have caused wash outs and weird features. I'd be skeptical of following/trusting anyone else's tracks out there for a while. 

Like others mentioned, especially if you are unfamiliar with Glamis, this particular weekend, and not camping with a group - I'd get there during the daylight to find a place and set up camp, even if that's 7am Friday vs Thursday night.

Good luck, have fun, and take your trash out with you to the dumpsters :cheers:
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This post should be pinned for any new person, any big weekend. 

Great info.

 
Don't get there at night for your first time.

You will arrive from the left.  At the ranger station you can turn down gecko rd for camping. It will be full but you might find a small spot to fit in. 

Close to the ranger station is were the drags are at. Every afternoon, you will want to hit this at least once.

Far right were it says Glamis, this is the store and a dirt road to the washes, this is were you will probably end up camping

Glamis flats is were camp RZR will be. You will want to go to oldsmobile hill, the flag pole and the swing set witch is not marked here but close to the flag pole.

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I have been going to Glamis for 30 years plus, I always try to arrive during daylight now............so much easier.

 
Where can I purchase the weekly pass?? Can i buy it once i arrive on Thursday afternoon? Or can I buy it online??

 
I can't really expand on any more advice you have been given because everything that has been said is on the mark..

One thing to remember is Keep your head on a swivel because  ALOT of people that weekend won't be paying attention. Especially when you get closer to the main areas.

 
Hondajimz said:
Buy it at Red Earth Casino on your way down. You can get them onsite as well.
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On-site will be $50 (vice $35) and parking to get one will be more difficult. Best bet is offsite

 
Where is the best area to park a 38’ RV ? 
 

can you order the camping pass online?

my RZR is street plated in MT. Do I need a California OH  non res permit too? 

 
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If you just going for the day (no RV and no UTV) do we need to buy any type of permits?
 
Yes because there is no free public parking, you'll get cited for no week pass once your off the highway.
 
Crusty said:
Yes because there is no free public parking, you'll get cited for no week pass once your off the highway.
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Thank you! Other than at the dunes are there any places to buy a pass along the way? We're coming in from Arizona.
 
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