Spectators

Spectator Information as of 2/14/09
Click to download the HDT Spectator Guide.pdf

The map in this document can be downloaded and printed separately.
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Google Map of the High Desert Trails Rally 2009

A great way to spectate is by signing up as a volunteer. Whether or not you are have your amateur radio license, you can sign up as a road block where you can spectate from another location in your own vehicle (must be able to drive on dirt roads). Additionally, you can work at a timing control, where you get to see competitors take off from the start, or come across the flying finish, depending on your location (but you will get to see both at High Desert Trails this year).

Disclaimer: All spectators MUST sign the event wavier to receive a wristband, which must be worn for the duration of the event. If you are not wearing a wristband, you will first be asked to sign the waiver. If you do not sign the waiver or wear the wristband, you will be asked to leave the property.

Final disclaimer: Drugs and alcohol are not allowed at any spectator locations or within the motorsports facility at any time on Saturday.  Please be responsible and wait until AFTER the rally ends to celebrate.  If you are caught with drugs or alcohol, you will be asked to leave the property.

Host Hotel Information

SpringHill Suites Marriott
113 E. Sydnor Avenue
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(760) 446-1630
Website for the SpringHill Suites

When making reservations mention:

The High Desert Trails Rally Group Rate!
The Queen Suite sleeps 6 -$99*
The King Suite sleeps 4 – $99*
* plus tax

For 2010 the SpringHill Suites in Ridgecrest is offering an outstanding lodging rate for the High Desert Trails. Clean, comfortable suites with extra amenities that can easily accommodate you and your rally crew. The Queen Suite has two queen beds and a full size pull-out bed, easily sleeping 6. Make sure to tell them how many guests you have (as this will not affect the room rate) they just want to have enough food for the full breakfast in the morning. Extra parking is available and large trailers can be parked on the street right behind the hotel.

Check-in time is 3:00pm and Check-out time is 12 noon. Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance to avoid a penalty of one night’s room charge plus tax. Group rate discount is only available until March 31st, so please book your room early!

There are many additional hotels in Ridgecrest to choose from with rates ranging from $50-$150 per night.