Competitor FAQ's
Where is King of the Hammers event located?
King of the Hammers is located just off Highway 247 (AKA: Old Woman Springs Road) in Johnson Valley, CA. From the highway, turn onto Boone Road and follow the gravel road to our Welcome Tent located on Barnes Road inside "The Forty" fenced property. ...
Are there water/pump services at King of the Hammers?
Water & Pump Services: Diamond Environmental Services (inside or outside Hammertown fence line): victorj@diamondprovides.com Action Pumping Service (outside Hammertown fence line only): sales@actionpumpinginc.com
Is there an ice vendor at KOH?
Yes! You may preorder or purchase ice onsite directly through Rocky Mountain Ice by emailing rockymountainice2021@gmail.com.
Where can I rent RV / Camper?
RV rentals: El Monte RV: https://www.elmonterv.com/ ShareMyCoach: https://www.sharemycoach.com Water, pump, and port-a-pottie rentals/service: Diamond Environmental Services: LauraC@Diamondprovides.com
How can I get a tent for my garage or camping area?
A1 Party Rentals is our tent provider and may be reached by completing this form https://a1partyrental.com/king-of-the-hammers-form/. KOH has no affiliation to A1 Party Rentals.
Is WiFi available for purchase on the lakebed?
Wi-Fi is not included with purchase of garage or camp. We strongly encourage anyone needing to stay connected for text, calls, emails, social etc. to either bring their own Starlink system or visit the following links for Wi-Fi equipment purchase ...
Will there be RV Rentals on the lakebed?
YES! We have partnered with El Monte RV to bring you some awesome deals! Click here to see exclusive offers from El Monte RV Book your RV with El Monte RV before August 31 2024 and get a 10% discount on the nightly rate & 100 free miles & free ...
If I purchased a KOH racer garage in Hammertown when can I move in? When do I have to move out?
o Move-in date is anytime after Monday, January 27, 2025, 12PM. Strictly enforced due to KOM racers using some of the garages Jan 23-27, 2025. o Move out date is preferably on Sunday, February 9, 2025 with everyone and all personal property needing ...
Where can I find the rules for King of the Hammers?
For the rulebook, view updated UTV classes and tech bulletins, visit our Rulebook and Tech page. Please be sure to review and print all addendums as well as the rulebook.
What is the Team Apparel Program?
Team Apparel Program The Team Apparel Program will open November 1, 2024. The Program is an opportunity for competitors to have team-branded apparel sold on our King of the Hammers online store! We produce your custom apparel and competitors receive ...
What happens if I can't get a garage spot inside Hammertown?
There are many racers that do not stay inside Hammertown. It is not a requirement to stay in Hammertown. Camping spots and tents can be coordinated anywhere on or near the lakebed.
I'm a new competitor, where do I start?
If you’ve never raced KOH before, check out the KOH Rookie Program here!
I have heard about the first times on us Ultra4 fee-waiver program. I haven't raced KOH or an Ultra4 race before, am I eligible?
No, this does not apply to King of the Hammers. Please contact Ultra4 USA for detailed information on the First Time’s on Us program for the Domestic Ultra4 USA program.
How do I reserve a garage (location you park your camper, trailer, race car on, and "live" out of during KOH)?
During the Fall each year, currently registered “driver of record” racers who had a racer garage inside Hammertown the previous year, will receive an email with instructions on how to confirm and pay for the same or similar racer garage that they had ...
Does anyone other than the driver of record need to register for the race?
Only the Driver of Record needs to register. The co-driver does not need to register, although the co-driver does need a USAC Competition License.
Do I need to wait until I arrive at the lakebed to go through tech?
We have tech locations across the country for full and pre-tech before you arrive on the lakebed to help your road to hammers be less stressful. See the list of Pre-Tech locations.
How do I receive the racecourse map?
Course files are released to registered competitors when pre-running opens, at the PCI Race Radios booth in Hammertown.
Car Numbers
RACE NUMBERS: If you have not raced with us or have not confirmed a race number with us in the past 12 months for KOH or Ultra4 USA, follow these steps to obtain a number (you must have your number to register). Email your name, class and phone ...