How many miles is the King of the Hammers race?

Asked by: Michelle Parker

Competitors start side-by-side, two vehicles every thirty seconds, and must complete the 165-mile course in fewer than 14 hours. Each team must pass through seven checkpoints and at all times while staying within one hundred feet of the centerline of the course.

How many laps is King of the Hammers?

three laps

The Races And Schedule Of Events
The King of the Hammers main event starts at 8 am on Saturday, February 5. There are three laps for a full 212 miles. Each lap will send competitors out on a different section of the course. 77 miles on lap 1, 66 on lap two, and 69 on the final one.

How much does it cost to enter King of the Hammers?

$30

General Entry Pass – $20 online $30 at the gate. One pass per person is good for all of KOH Week! Kids 10 and under are free.

Do you have to pay for King of the Hammers?

I heard that payment is a donation and optional, do I need to pay? If you’re over 12 years of age and you’re coming out for KOH Week, yes, you do need to pay. It has not been a donation for several years.

How many attend King of the Hammers?

around 60,000 people

This story first appeared on Roadtrippers in February 2020.
In the center of it all sits Hammertown, the makeshift town that springs up here for a month every year during King of the Hammers (KOH). The massive off-road event brings around 60,000 people to the desert for 10 days of racing and festivities each February.

Where should I stay for King of the Hammers?

Hotel Accomomadations: The closest hotel location to King of The Hammers is Yucca Valley. We recommend the Best Western in Yucca Valley. <strong>Local Grocery and Gas Stations: </strong>The two closest towns to The Hammers are Lucerne Valley and Yucca Valley.

Can you bring dogs to King of the Hammers?

We would probably place the OPTIMA King of the Hammers presented by Lasernut on the side of being very pet-friendly. Hundreds of dogs walk Hammertown and the surrounding areas each year and we decided to share photos of some of these amazing beasts with you.

How old is King of the Hammers?

The King of the Hammers was founded by Jeff Knoll and Dave Cole in 2007, who organized it in a bar via outlining it on a napkin. A trial run was conducted with 12 teams nicknamed the OG13. The OG13 are always invited back to race year after year.

What can I expect from the King of the Hammers?

What To Expect In King Of The Hammers This Year. King Of The Hammers require that every vehicle runs on four-wheel drive to be able to climb the rocky portion of the race. This year will be more lenient as Ultra 4 Racing announced that the race will feature an unlimited desert truck class.

Is King of the Hammers over?

Jan 27–Feb 5, 2022 | King of the Hammers Week | Johnson Valley, CA.

How big is hammertown?

In the center of it all sits Hammertown, the makeshift town that springs up here for a month every year during King of the Hammers (KOH). The massive off-road event brings around 60,000 people to the desert for 10 days of racing and festivities each February.

What year did King of the Hammers start?

The first official non-spectator race began in 2008 with 50 drivers running 30-second intervals through the desert on a 60-mile race. KOH race week began as one race, Nitto King of the Hammers, and evolved to a series of races held throughout the week.