Travel
Flight
Reno-Tahoe International
If you plan on taking your extended stay in the Lake Tahoe area, Reno is the closest airport to fly into. The drive to our venue is a little more scenic than the drive from Sacramento. If you are staying at Kirkwood Mountain Resort, it is a 1 hour 30-minute drive from RNO. The Hideout is an additional 30-minute drive from Kirkwood Mountain Resort.
Flight
Sacramento International Airport
For those coming straight to the wedding, The Hideout is a little less than a 2-hour drive from SMF. If you are staying at Kirkwood Mountain Resort, it is a 2 hour 30-minute drive from the airport.
Flight
Oakland International
If you plan on taking your extended stay in the San Francisco East Bay, Oakland may be your best choice. Southwest Airlines offers many flights into OAK. For those coming straight to the wedding, The Hideout is a 3-hour drive from OAK. If you are staying at Kirkwood Mountain Resort, it is 3 hour 30-minute drive from the airport.
Flight
San Francisco International
If you plan on taking your extended stay in San Francisco, SFO may be the best choice. For those coming straight to the wedding, The Hideout is a 3–4-hour drive depending on time of day. If you are staying at Kirkwood Mountain Resort, it 3-4 hour 30-minute drive from the airport.
House Or Rental
The HideOut
There are campgrounds at the venue for up to 30 people. The campground is free and a short walk to the venue. RV's and Tents are welcome. It is available for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday nights. There is a VERY steep hill to drive over to get to the campsite. RVs greater than 30 feet long may not make it. No hook-ups are available. No wood fires are allowed. There is a bathroom with a hot shower (or take a fresh dip in the lake), flushable toilets, a sink, and electrical outlets. Please bring your own gear (tents, tarps, camping chairs, air mattresses, sleeping bags or sheets, pillows, flashlights, cook stoves, towels, etc.) If you would like to rent gear, you can put in your order at REI in Dublin, CA and we will pick it up and deliver it to the campground for you. Please send us your rental confirmation. For us to deliver and return, you must rent from Monday morning to Thursday afternoon. If you want to rent for a shorter or longer duration, you may place your order at the REI that is most convenient for you. The REI in Folsom is closest to the venue.
House Or Rental
Plasse's Resort
Plasse's Resort established in 1853, is recognized as one of the oldest campgrounds in the United States by the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds. This Resort is for guests with large RVs that can't make it over Pucker Butt Hill. It has a beautiful lake and many outdoor activities. All sites include water, tables, and fire rings. Electricity is not available. There is also a dump station available. This resort is 10 miles (25 minutes) to The HideOut.
House Or Rental
Bear River Lake Resort
Bear River Lake Resort is nestled on the shore of the lower Bear River Reservoir and has furnished lodging units as well as tent and RV camping. This campground is a little less windy than Plasse's Resort. All campsites include water, electric (15 amp), a campfire ring, and a picnic table. Water sports include fishing, kayaking/canoeing when the lake is warm-swimming, and when the lake is full-waterskiing. A dump station is available. The resort is located 10.6 miles (21 minutes) to The Hideout.
House Or Rental
Van Rental
You may also rent a camper van (instead of a car) for about $500 per night including taxes and fees. If it something you’ve always wanted to try, this might be your opportunity. If you are planning on staying at the hideout please reach out to us to let us know.
Hotel
The Mountain Club By Kirkwood Resort
Kirkwood Resort has plenty of options for everyone! We highly recommend taking a trip to the top of Kirkwood Mountain to take in the beautiful views. If you have a larger group, I recommend calling the resort to let them know the number of people in your party and the options you have available to best suit your needs. It is 15 miles (30 minutes) to The HideOut.
House Or Rental
Pyramid Peaks Rentals
If you are interested in a separate house outside of the Kirkwood Hotel, Pyramid Peaks Rentals is a perfect option for you! There are houses, duplexes, and other options for large parties. All these properties are on the Kirkwood grounds. If you give them a call and say you are attending a wedding at The Hideout they will be able to help you find a place and they will waive the three night minimum. There is a 20% discount rate: Hideout2023. Accommodations are 15 miles (30 minutes) to The HideOut.
Hotel
Kit Carson Lodge
Eighteen housekeeping cabins and eight hotel rooms are located on the beautiful Silver Lake. Quaint and rustic, there is a restaurant, kayaking, and a scenic hike for miles. It is 11 miles (25 minutes) to The HideOut.
Rental Car
Hertz Car Rental - Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
I recommend everyone rent a car if you are not driving from local. It is very remote and taxi's, lyft, or uber will not pick you up from our venue. When renting a car, please consider that you will take a 2-mile dirt road to reach our venue. There is a short but very steep hill (Pucker Butt Hill) that you will take to reach the parking area. The road and hill do not require 4WD, but you may want to consider the terrain when selecting your vehicle as it is a gravel/dirt road.
Travel Note
FROM KIRKWOOD SKI RESORT
Travel approximately 15 miles west. When you see the Mormon Emigrant trail sign, continue with HWY 88 for 1.5 miles. The driveway will be on your left. Drive slowly down the dirt road for approximately 2 miles. At the lake take a right up and over "Pucker Butt Hill". It is steep but completely manageable. At the top it takes a sharp right. Park in the large field to the right of the barn. You have arrived.
Travel Note
FROM RENO
Take Hwy 395 South toward Minden/Gardnerville. Turn Right onto Hwy 88 West. Follow HWY 88 for about 45-60 miles. When you see the Mormon Emigrant trail sign, continue with HWY 88 for 1.5 miles. The driveway will be on your left. Drive slowly down the dirt road for approximately 2 miles. At the lake take a right up and over "Pucker Butt Hill". It is steep but completely manageable. At the top it takes a sharp right. Park in the large field to the right of the barn. You have arrived.
Travel Note
FROM SAN FRANCISCO & SACRAMENTO
From HWY 80 East, take HWY 50 East towards Placerville. Go past Placerville on HWY 50 until you get to the second exit for Pollack Pines (Sly Park). At the stop sign turn right and go to Sly Park Reservoir. When you see the Mormon Emigrant trail sign, continue with HWY 88 for 1.5 miles. The driveway will be on your left. Drive slowly down the dirt road for approximately 2 miles. At the lake take a right up and over "Pucker Butt Hill". It is steep but completely manageable. At the top it takes a sharp right. Park in the large field to the right of the barn. You have arrived.
Travel Note
FROM SOUTH LAKE TAHOE
Take HWY 89 to HWY 88 West. Travel approximately 40 miles. You will pass Kirkwood Ski Resort and Silver Lake and Plasse’s Resort. When you see the Mormon Emigrant trail sign, continue with HWY 88 for 1.5 miles. The driveway will be on your left. Drive slowly down the dirt road for approximately 2 miles. At the lake take a right up and over "Pucker Butt Hill”. It is steep but completely manageable. At the top it takes a sharp right. Park in the large field to the right of the barn. You have arrived.