by jmanscotch » Mon May 07, 2018 7:44 am
We've yet to attend, but we have a friend who's part of the Porsche race team and have played with the idea of camping and watching the race from on Pikes Peak. Some of the things we've learned are:
Camping sites (as well as on track viewing sites) are extremely limited. I can't remember for certain, but I believe camping sites can be reserved online, though both are given on a first come, first serve basis. Once you're up there, you have to stay there until they're done (for obvious reasons; it's one road and a race is happening).
If you don't camp up there, you're not guaranteed a spot. You have to show up around 3 AM race day and hope you get a ticket to view. So the best way, even though it will cost $150, is to camp up there. You can guarantee a spot before hand this way and you'll likely wake up at 4:30-5 AM to the sounds of cars practicing. Though camping at that altitude (somewhere between 9,000 and 12,000 feet) is a little rough if you're not used to it.
You'll want to be prepared for a long day too. Food, drinks, toilet needs (there's some porta potties, but if you're not close to one you'll want alternatives).
Although it's not first hand experiencing attending the race (yet) hopefully that's some helpful information for you.
Jake