Hotter N' Hell Camping
The Downtown YMCA at 1010 9th street, 76301, is only 3 blocks away from the starting line! This facility includes multiple areas to “camp” along with indoor bike storage, restrooms, showers, hot tubs, steam rooms, swimming pool, work out rooms, air conditioning, and a light breakfast the morning of race day! At the Y you are very close to the Multi-Purpose Event Center (MPEC), home of the consumer show, ride start, and festivities at the finish line village. Bring your own sleeping bag, air mattress and towels.
All of us at the YMCA cannot wait to welcome you to the best ride in the country.
If you take place in the Hotter ‘n Hell 100 this year think no further than the YMCA of Wichita Falls to facilitate your stay. Bikes are tagged and are stored safely indoors on our full sized basketball court with YMCA staff and volunteers watching over them. Your bike and belongings are protected, breakfast included before the race, and you avoid the escalated prices of local hotels that raise their prices for the event.
We offer indoor camping for Friday night before the race.
Hotter N' Hell Camping FAQ’s
We look forward to your stay with us at the YMCA of Wichita Falls, Downtown Branch. Reservations will begin April 1, 2025. Cost this year will be $70 for one night. Spaces will be capped at 150 campers; all reservations must be paid in full to hold your spot and no refunds will be issued.
When can I check-in/check-out?
- Check-in for Friday campers will be Friday, August 22nd from 12:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. NO LATE ARRIVALS.
- Check-out for campers will be Saturday, August 23rd 8:00am-7:00pm
- Later check-out times must be approved at the front desk of the Downtown YMCA.
Will any meals be provided?
- A continental breakfast will be provided on Saturday morning beginning at 5:30am
- This includes whole fruit, granola bars, cereal, juice, sports drinks, bottled water
- We encourage all riders to attend the pre-race meals and events at the MPEC.
Can I store my bike inside the Y?
- Yes, upon arrival your bike will be tagged and you must keep the bottom portion of the tear tag with you and present it at the time you wish to check out your bike.
- Bikes will only be released to matching bike tags only
- All bikes will be stored on the second floor in the basketball gym
What NOT to bring:
- Tents
- Queen and larger air mattress (Queen will be allowed if two people are sleeping on it)
- Electric/Gas appliances (refrigerators, camping stoves)
- Pets
Are there any areas that are off limits for overnight camping?
Yes, prohibited areas include cardio and weight room, all offices, storage and closet spaces, stair wells, pool deck, both men’s and women’s locker rooms, second floor walk ways and halls, basketball gymnasium (this is where bikes will be stored).
What space will my paid reservation provide?
All spaces are a first-come-first serve and located in designated spaces. All indoor camping areas will be marked with signage. Areas open for camping include, all racquetball courts, boys and girls locker rooms, memorial hall (group exercise room), and Prothro Room.
What is the address of the HHH indoor camping at the Y?
1010 9th Street
Wichita Falls, TX 76301
How do I register for HHH indoor camping at the Y?
- Call the Downtown YMCA at (940) 322-7816
- All registrations must be paid in full prior to check-in
HHH indoor campers need to be aware that the men’s and women’s locker rooms, cardio and weight rooms will remain open for normal operating hours the weekend of the race. campers will be allowed to use the cardio, free/machine weight rooms, men’s and women’s locker rooms amenities pre and post races.
**All belongings must be taken with you when you leave and all trash picked up from your camping areas**
THINGS TO KNOW!
Spots at the YMCA are on a “First Come, First Serve” basis. There is no guarantee of a certain spot within the facility. If you reserve your stay ahead of time and do not show up, we do not offer refunds. Your spot will be on the floor, no cots provided. You can bring a cot, air mattress (twin or smaller), or bed roll. If you are attending as a couple or parent child we will allow a queen sized mattress so long as two people are sharing it. NO TENTS.
The YMCA building was built and opened in 1948, so there are limited plugs, bring power strips and extension cords if you are needing to charge multiple devices. Towels are NOT provided.