Pack Smart and Enjoy Your Festival Oasis!
Weekend passes come with complimentary tent camping in >40 acres of beautiful PNW forest, offering a chance to truly immerse yourself in the Pickathon experience (apologies to Single Day attendees!). We prioritize a smooth arrival to set the stage for an unforgettable weekend. Whether you drive, bike, take a shuttle, or get dropped off, we’ve got you covered!
Heads Up: 2024 Camping Logistics
For greatest ease, drop off your camping gear with our camp hosts when you arrive. Please pack your gear wisely for transport, include a label on your items and tie them down well. Your gear will then be delivered to one of 4 possible Gear Drop Locations that you have selected on the logging road indicated on our Pickathon 2024 Map. Please note that the logging road entry is closed this year, everyone must enter through the Farmhouse Entry at the Festival. Any gear carried through the Farmhouse entry will be subject to a security search. Once you’re inside the festival grounds, you can walk to the gear drop location you selected to retrieve your gear and take it to your campsite. The distance you’ll need to cover ranges from a short stroll to a third of a mile, depending on which gear drop location you choose.
Traveling by Car or RV?
- Head to the Welcome Lot (19208 SE Foster Rd, Damascus, OR 97089). Relax in your car while we check you in.
- Drop off all your camping gear with the friendly Camp Hosts.
- Park in your designated spot and choose between the festival bus or a scenic pedestrian path to reach the festival grounds.
Biking, Shuttling, Getting Dropped Off?
- Go directly to the main festival South Lot Entrance (16581 SE Hagen Rd, Happy Valley, OR 97086).
- Get your ticket processed and drop off your camping gear with the Camp Hosts (tent campers only).
- Walk directly into the festival from the South Lot Entrance.
How to Camp Like a Pro
While Pickathon offers forested campsites and helpful Camp Hosts, remember to pack your gear for easy transport. Take advantage of our Camp Hosts to help consult with you to find the best campsite and help move your gear to the nearest designated Gear Drop on the Logging Road. Maps will be provided to help you navigate from the Gear Drop to your campsite.
Feeling Fancy? Gear Drops offer campsite improvement tools for a personalized touch.
Packing Up and Leaving
When it’s time to depart, break down your camp and gather all your gear. Leave everything at your designated Gear Drop location on the Logging Road. Our friendly Camp Hosts will take care of transporting your gear back to either the Welcome Lot or South Lot, depending on your arrival point.
Catch the Festival Bus back to the Welcome Lot or walk out to the South Lot to conveniently pick up your gear at your leisure.
Camping Tips
- Review our Pickathon Packing Essentials for a complete guide.
- Arrive early (Thursday is ideal) for the best campsite selection.
- Take advantage of Pickathon’s food and beverage options.
- Pack smart using containers easy to carry to and from the Gear Drop.
- On-site, you can purchase ice and collectible Pickathon cups (bring your own water bottles!).
- Leave fireworks and open flames at home; use camp stoves with extreme caution.
- Enjoy eco-friendly showers (bring or rent a towel), massages, and on-site amenities.
- Cell service is good, but public phones are unavailable. Bring a portable battery charger or use the solar-powered charging station (fee).
- Pets and outside alcohol are strictly prohibited. Security will check bags and vehicles.
We hope this guide streamlines your arrival, parking, and camping experience! Let’s make it a memorable weekend together. For questions, email info@pickathon.com. Follow us on Instagram (@pickathon) for real-time updates!
