RENO BURNERS GUIDE

Cedarville

If you’re coming to Black Rock City from the northwest, you’re going to come through Surprise Valley aka Cedarville. This cozy little town of approximately 600 people sits below the Warner Mountains of the Modoc National Forest to the west, and just above high desert playas to the east. A nice prelude to the journey to Burning Man.

The very hospitable people and businesses here have been very supportive of us on our journey, and they work hard to meet our needs and wishes. It’s your last chance to get many of the supplies you may need, with BRC another 95 miles to the south.

Parking can be found along the streets in abundance, but please park diagonally so as to make entry and departure easier for everyone. Remember to be respectful and courteous of the town’s residents and their properties. Drive the speed limit. And Leave No Trace by going here for the only authorized trash, recycling and greywater disposal locations in the region.

Dial into KDUP at 88.1 FM for some eclectic music and local news.

More about Cedarville and Surprise Valley can be found here, and on the many camping possibilities in the area here.

Grocery and Water

Page’s Market
488 Main Street – 530-279-2626 – map
Open 8am to 7pm, with extended hours during Burning Man. Call ahead for special orders. Full line of groceries and supplies unique for the playa, including fresh produce, liquor, canned beer, water containers and bulk water, ice, camping supplies, headlamps, sunglasses, goggles, hats, el-wire kits, bike and auto supplies, all provided with very hospitable service. Also a BBQ during Burning Man’s exodus, 10am-midnight Sunday and Monday 9/4-5.

The Corner Store
600 Main Street – 530-279-2466 – map
Open daily 8am-6pm. Call ahead for possible after-hours appointment and further info. Located at the heart of town, at the corner of 299 and County Road 1 (Main Street). Primarily a hardware store, including camping supplies, with very hospitable service.

Rabbit Traxx Store
580 Patterson Street – 530-279-2022 – map
Fuel always available 24 hours. Owned and operated by the Cedarville Rancheria Paiute Tribe, Rabbit Traxx provides gas and carries last minute items. Also offering 24-hour trash and recycling disposal service following Burning Man (Saturday 8/28 to Wed 9/7.) $5 per kitchen size bag, $10 per 35 gal., $15 up to 55 gallon. Free recycling, except $15 for bike recycling. Please clean, sort and unbag recyclables before depositing. And hazardous waste prohibited.

Way Out Here Water
Dry Gulch Road – 775-224-3884 – map
35 miles north of Gerlach, 49 miles south of Cedarville, on Hwy 447 between mile markers 107 and 108. Turn south on Dry Gulch Road. Follow the dirt road for 0.6 miles, go through the dry gulch, continue 0.1 miles to the green gate on the left. Filtered artesian water to fill up your tanks, barrels and drums.

Random Curiosities

Good Things
650 Main Street – 916-261-2970 – map
Open Fri-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-3pm. A really cozy thrift store and community market-place that will notably have bikes, vintage wear, tutus, handbags, hats, and jewelry for during Burning Man.

Trash, Recycling and/or RV Dump

Modoc District Fairgrounds
1 Center Street – 530-279-2315 / 530-640-1206 – map
Very beautiful spot, including RV/camping. Open 24/7. Amenities include: $10 for RV dump (self-serve), $5-$10 for trash disposal (13/55 gallon), $5 for bike recycling, $10 for camping, and $5 for showers.

Restaurants and Bars and Coffeehouse

The Station
501 Main Street – 530-279-6677 – map
Open Tue-Sat 8am-8pm, but Sat 8/24 10am-10pm, Sun 8/25 10am-6pm, Wed-Fri 8/28-8/30 10am-3pm, Sat 8/31 9am-10pm, Sun 9/1 9am-9pm, and Mon 9/2 9am-9pm. Offering gourmet sandwiches and salads, deserrts, smoothies, frappes, craft beer and wine, and cold brew coffee with the warmest hospitality imaginable.

Whalen’s Public House
540 Main Street – 847-721-2591 – map
Open Mon 11am-8pm, Wed-Sat 11am-9pm, and Sun noon-4pm. Call for extended hours during Burning Man. Whalen’s is a very special place providing pizzas, salads, appetizers, chili, and desserts, including vegan options, as well as beer, wine, and sodas. Also featuring local entertainment and movie nights, with many surprises for during Burning Man.

Woody’s Saloon
415 Main Street – 530-279-2112 – map
Open Tue-Sat 6am-8pm, Sun 7am-8pm. Extended hours during Exodus. Providing hearty portions of great breakfast, lunch, and dinner food and hospitality for omnivores and vegetarians. Also the only real bar in town.

Country Hearth
531 Main Street – 530-279-2280 – map
Open Mon-Sat 6am-9pm, Sun 7am-1pm and 5pm-8pm. Offering hearty breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, and fresh bakery items.

The Vault
596 Main Street -(Cedarville)
Open Friday and Saturday 6am-6pm and Sunday 6am-3pm. Enjoy coffee, espresso, tea, sodas, scones, and other beverages and pastries, as well as knick-knack gifts in a most comfy, quiet, and historic setting.

Hotels, RV Park and Showers

Sunrise Motel and RV Park
62271 CA-299 – 530-279-2161 –

Sunrise Motel and RV Park
62271 CA-299 – 530-279-2161 – map
Located on the west edge of Cedarville as you’re coming into town from Alturas.

Modoc County Fairgrounds
1 Center Street – 530-279-2315 / 530-640-1206 – map
Very beautiful spot, including RV/camping. Open 24/7. Amenities include: $10 for RV dump (self-serve), $5-$10 for trash disposal (13/55 gallon), $5 for bike recycling, $10 for camping, and $5 for showers.

Ford Bidwell Hotel & Restaurant
55015 Main Street – 530-708-1070 – map
Built in 1906, the Fort Bidwell Hotel is a cozy historic country inn located 24 miles north of Cedarville, near the California, Oregon, and Nevada border. 8 rooms are available. Book online or give them a call. Restaurant is open 7 days a week and is open to both guests and the public.

Surprise Valley Hot Springs
Located 5 miles east of Cedarville on Highway 299 – 530-279-2040 – map
Open daily 9am-5pm. Best to call ahead for reservations. Adults-only lodging with hot tubs. Very scenic area in the middle of the playa with exceptional service.

Cockrell’s High Desert Lodging
811 County Road 31 – 888-279-2209 – map
(8 miles south of Cedarville). Call for reservations. Cattle ranch also offering very nice rooms, hospitality, and wilderness scenery.

Hospital

Surprise Valley Hospital
741 North Main Street – 530-279-6111 – map
Open 24/7. Located just a few blocks south of the town center.

Tow Service

Pioneer Auto Body Towing
260 North Court Street (Alturas) – 530-233-4492 – map
Offering 24 hour light-duty towing, lockout, flat tire, jump-start, and fuel delivery service in Northeastern California and Northern Nevada, including up to the Burning Man event.