As far as getting to and from Black Rock City is concerned, if there’s one thing (ok, seven things) you take away, let it be these:
- You will be driving through Tribal lands, school zones, and residential areas along Hwy 447 from Wadsworth to Gerlach. SLOW THE FUCK DOWN!
- Don’t drive sleepy or under the influence of intoxicants.
- Don’t speed. You will get stopped and issued a ticket.
- Never pass cars on the very narrow Highway 447 or even narrower County Road 34. It’s too dangerous. The few minutes you might save getting to the playa aren’t worth the risk of a head-on collision or trip off the side of the road..
- Don’t park or pull over on the sides of 447 or 34. This has the potential to create a traffic hazard.
- If traffic stops, stay in your car. Don’t get out and stand in the road.
- Don’t wait in Empire or Gerlach for the Gate to open. This puts too much pressure on local residents.
- Secure your loads so they don’t fly off your vehicle. Remember those 1,200 trash dumpsters BLM wants to put in Black Rock City? That’s from roadside garbage. Do your part to prevent flyaway trash.
Was that clear enough? Good. We want you to arrive in Black Rock City safely, and return to your other home the same way.