PISMO 4RJ3 | August 5-7, 2005
06-11-2005, 09:26 PM
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This is from last years thread. I assume the details remain the same...(?) Looks like there is critical mass for Aug 5-7. If Calrockx sez we are official, start them dialin' fingers!
Guys,
Ah, I knew this would come up again. My bad. Ok, here's the deal:
Call (800) 444-7275
Just say you want reservations for beach camping south of Pier 2. Also, you can reserve up to 10 spots (vehicles) per phone call. I'm going to purchase 2 tickets just in case.
Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
Reservations: (800) 444-7275
What's confusing is that stupid Reserve America books the few (very few) assigned camping spots which are located *behind* the dunes. They are on the same beach, but they have little fire rings and tables. Dude, we don't need no stinkin' fire rings and tables!!! Anyways, I searched for availability on July 9-11, 2004 for the heck of it and it says its all booked up---which is the reason why some of you might be confused.
Cleared up now? Ok, THEN BOOK YOUR TICKET NOW!!!
Bob
edit: i removed the address above b/c it is not the actual campground but the administrative office of ODSRVA
Ah, I knew this would come up again. My bad. Ok, here's the deal:
Call (800) 444-7275
Just say you want reservations for beach camping south of Pier 2. Also, you can reserve up to 10 spots (vehicles) per phone call. I'm going to purchase 2 tickets just in case.
Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
Reservations: (800) 444-7275
What's confusing is that stupid Reserve America books the few (very few) assigned camping spots which are located *behind* the dunes. They are on the same beach, but they have little fire rings and tables. Dude, we don't need no stinkin' fire rings and tables!!! Anyways, I searched for availability on July 9-11, 2004 for the heck of it and it says its all booked up---which is the reason why some of you might be confused.
Cleared up now? Ok, THEN BOOK YOUR TICKET NOW!!!
Bob
edit: i removed the address above b/c it is not the actual campground but the administrative office of ODSRVA
06-12-2005, 03:11 AM
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yeah, it's pretty much official. i was waiting to have the thread title changed till after i call up and check what kinda weekend it'll be, but it's likely to be a good one. so august 5-7 it is.
get your tickets in advance.
get your tickets in advance.
06-12-2005, 05:45 AM
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You have to buy a ticket? What exactly do I need to get? I assume ATV's with real live street legal Arizona plates will not need green stickers?
I have never been there so help me get through the red tape.
I have never been there so help me get through the red tape.
06-12-2005, 09:05 AM
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To get into the park for day-use, there's a small fee (I forget what it is, it's just a few bucks), but that day-use ticket only allows you to stay until something like 10pm. If you're caught camping/staying overnight with out a pass, it's a $$$ fine.
At the first Pismo 4RJ we did run into the problem if the overnight passes being sold out for some folks, so we learned our lesson that year and told everyone to make their reservations way in advance for last year's event. These passes you buy online or over the phone, or tickets, whatever you call them - they're good for the day and night use of the range you buy em for, you don't need to buy separate day and night passes at any time during your selected stay.
Go to ReserveAmerica.com and you can handle everthing online there.
It's $10/night to get your reservation, plus a $7.50 reservation fee. The ticket is based on vehicle numbers, not people. Every vehicle that moves in on its own power needs a ticket. So if you're towing some bikes or ATVs, the trailer doesn't need its own ticket. Check out the website for more information.
I poked around on the website, and our selected weekend is available for reservations. I'm guessing our weekend will sell out at some point, so for some peace of mind, make your reservations early.
Reserve America: http://www.reserveamerica.com/jsp/co.../newindex.html
As for the green and red stickers, I guess if you're street legal, no need. But street legal ATVs?? I thought that'd only apply to 4WDs and dual bikes. Anyway, more info on that here: http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=1234
At the first Pismo 4RJ we did run into the problem if the overnight passes being sold out for some folks, so we learned our lesson that year and told everyone to make their reservations way in advance for last year's event. These passes you buy online or over the phone, or tickets, whatever you call them - they're good for the day and night use of the range you buy em for, you don't need to buy separate day and night passes at any time during your selected stay.
Go to ReserveAmerica.com and you can handle everthing online there.
It's $10/night to get your reservation, plus a $7.50 reservation fee. The ticket is based on vehicle numbers, not people. Every vehicle that moves in on its own power needs a ticket. So if you're towing some bikes or ATVs, the trailer doesn't need its own ticket. Check out the website for more information.
I poked around on the website, and our selected weekend is available for reservations. I'm guessing our weekend will sell out at some point, so for some peace of mind, make your reservations early.
Reserve America: http://www.reserveamerica.com/jsp/co.../newindex.html
As for the green and red stickers, I guess if you're street legal, no need. But street legal ATVs?? I thought that'd only apply to 4WDs and dual bikes. Anyway, more info on that here: http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=1234
06-12-2005, 09:51 AM
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Arizona is more liberal on what you can convert to street legal. All you have to do is add a brake light, horn and rear view mirror and buy some liability insurance.
06-12-2005, 10:13 AM
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By chance is there a large group camping site that can be reserved? Or is everyone gonna hotel it?
With respect to hotels, are there any nice spa hotels with pools on the beach in case I have to make concessions to the wife/kids?
With respect to hotels, are there any nice spa hotels with pools on the beach in case I have to make concessions to the wife/kids?
06-12-2005, 10:16 AM
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When you make the reservation, it's for a nonspecific site. Like the last couple years, the yotatech crew will just meet and set up camp all together, probably near the end of the camping stretch.
06-12-2005, 01:13 PM
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For those who have never been there (myself included) here is what to expect based upon ariel pictures...
http://www.californiacoastline.org/c...gs=0&year=2004
this is from one of the coolest web sites ever!
Edit: and another sequence from a couple years earlier...
http://www.californiacoastline.org/c...gs=0&year=2002
http://www.californiacoastline.org/c...gs=0&year=2004
this is from one of the coolest web sites ever!
Edit: and another sequence from a couple years earlier...
http://www.californiacoastline.org/c...gs=0&year=2002
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06-14-2005, 10:04 AM
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Here's our campsite from the 2003 trip.
I try to get there early and claim a spot for the group somewhat near the bathrooms. Last year we were surrounded by lots of other groups.
I try to get there early and claim a spot for the group somewhat near the bathrooms. Last year we were surrounded by lots of other groups.
06-14-2005, 10:06 AM
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You camp near the water, although you have to be a ways up on the beach so that when the high tide comes in you dont end up under water...
I dont remember if you have to make reservations or not to camp on the beach, or if you just pay when you get to the gate and have free range. I was out in pismo with the Nissan club i used to be involved with a last summer. Pismo is an awesome place, it will be fun. Last time though, we stayed in the campground because we had a trailer with us. So it will be first time staying on the beach for me.
I dont remember if you have to make reservations or not to camp on the beach, or if you just pay when you get to the gate and have free range. I was out in pismo with the Nissan club i used to be involved with a last summer. Pismo is an awesome place, it will be fun. Last time though, we stayed in the campground because we had a trailer with us. So it will be first time staying on the beach for me.
06-14-2005, 10:15 AM
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Originally Posted by MorphiasX
I dont remember if you have to make reservations or not to camp on the beach, or if you just pay when you get to the gate and have free range.
06-14-2005, 10:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Robinhood150
Haven't read the whole thread, have you.
