FAQs
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Is there Cell Service?
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No. Nope. It will be important for you to use the written directions so you don't get lost. If you try to use your phone you will likely have a stressful time finding the venue, I know, I tried. Yup, we're taking you into the mountains; away from busy city life. Did you expect anything else from us?
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How do I get there from Lake Tahoe?
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Hwy 89 to Hwy 88 west. Travel approximately 40 miles. You will pass Kirkwood Ski Resort, Silver Lake/Plasses Resort. When you see the Mormon Emigrant Trail sign, continue on Hwy 88 and clock 1.5 miles. Turn left onto paved driveway (43300 Hwy 88). Orange Cones and 2 large bears will greet you. Follow gravel road for 2 miles and at the lake turn right and go up over Pucker Butt Hill. It is steep but manageable. At the top it takes a sharp right. Follow the dirt road around the parking sign.
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How do I get there from Sacramento/SF?
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1-5/Hwy 80 to Why 50 East towards Placerville. Continue on Why 50 to the Sly Park exit. At the stop sign turn right and go to Sly Park Reservoir, approximately 4.5 miles. When you see Jenkinson Lake, take a left on Mormon Emigrant Trail to Hwy 88 (approximately 28 miles to Hwy 88). At Hwy 88 turn right (towards Jackson) and go 1.5 miles; Turn left onto paved driveway (43300 Hwy 88). Orange Cones and 2 large bears will greet you. Follow gravel road for 2 miles and at the lake turn right and go up over Pucker Butt Hill. It is steep but manageable. At the top it takes a sharp right. Follow the dirt road around the parking sign.
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How do I get there from Nevada (via 395)
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From Why 395, take the Hwy 88 turn. Follow Why 88 for about 45-60 miles. You will pass Sorenson's Resort, Kirkwood Ski Resort, Silver Lake/Plasses Resort. When you see the Mormon Emigrant Trail sign, continue on Hwy 88 and clock 1.5 miles. Turn left onto paved driveway (43300 Hwy 88). Orange Cones and 2 large bears will greet you. Follow gravel road for 2 miles and at the lake turn right and go up over Pucker Butt Hill. It is steep but manageable. At the top it takes a sharp right. Follow the dirt road around the parking sign.
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If I'm flying in from out of the area what airport should I choose?
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The HideOut is pretty much equal distance from Sacramento (SMF) and Reno (RNO) airports. Choose the best deal!
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What will the weather be like on June 16?
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Plan for any kind of weather including snow! Yes, it snowed 8 inches on June 11, just last year. The venue will be totally outdoors with heaters. Check weather for Kirkwood, CA before you head out. You may have to pack a coat, mittens, and hats if the weather warrants.