Power Grid Rules

• Prohibited:
  • Generators (RV or standalone)
  • Traditional AC’s (except inside RVs)
  • Microwaves, hair dryers, heaters, refrigerators, freezers or other high power drawing appliances.
  • Open flames
  • Stockpiling fuel or gas
• Allowed:
  • Swamp cooler (manual-fill only, no hose hookups due to leak risk)
• Required:
  • Each camper must bring a 50-ft grounded, outdoor-rated extension cord (14 AWG or greater) – e.g. this one
  • Daily maintenance: Generators down 8–9am

Power Grid Guidelines

• Electrical power is provided 24/7.
• In addition to the required 50-foot grounded outdoor-rated extension cord of 14 wire gauge or greater, a plug strip is also recommended for connecting multiple devices.
• Power Use:
  • Each tent should draw no more than 100W at any time.
  • There is no set amount, but limit your power usage to charging personal items, small fans including swamp coolers, and kettles
  • Power is for inflating air mattresses, charging devices, illumination, running fans, CPAPs or other medical devices.
  • Power is NOT for running major appliances such as refrigeration, air conditioning, space heaters, ovens, ranges, etc.
• Conserving Power:
  • Swamp coolers are suggested for cooling personal tents.
  • Electrical power should be conserved on playa. Turn off lights during the day.