UPDATE: Applications for private housing are now closed. Public campgrounds are available to those who still need a place to stay.
CAMPGROUNDS: Click here to find information on campgrounds.
More than 2,000 cyclists and their teams will need private camping or private residences to stay when they arrive in Sioux City on July 17-18 for the 43rd RAGBRAI.
The ride across Iowa takes riders from town to town, staying in overnight host towns along the way. However, many riders prefer to stay in private homes or on private property. Hosting a space for RAGBRAI gives the property owner a unique opportunity to meet people from around the United States or even from around the world.
The Sioux City RAGBRAI housing committee is looking for Volunteers to host a person/group in their home or to provide space for a tent, motorhome or RV. Hosts are not required to entertain, feed, or transport riders. The committee does request that hosts provide toilet facilities, shower, and space to sleep. RAGBRAI hosts are not allowed to charge for accommodations.
All of the vehicles and individuals who will be staying with the host are required to have a valid RAGBRAI numbered wristband or vehicle ID.
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26 Comments for “RAGBRAI Needs Residents to Host Riders”
Cindy
says:Can Dakota Dunes families provide a place to stay for bikers?
admin123
says:Sure Cindy. Contact Matt Salvatore at msalvatore@sioux-city.org
Judy church
says:Can you can confirm you got our form to host riders?
admin123
says:Got it – someone will be in touch soon Judy. TR
Ashley
says:Hello!
My Team filled out the housing application but has not heard anything about housing placements yet. We were wondering about a couple of things. When should we expect to hear back from the housing committee? Also, we have stayed in churches and rec centers in the past and were curious if any sites like this will be hosting riders? We will be happy to contact them separately if needed.
Thanks!
admin123
says:Expect to hear from Dave soon.
Nancy bailey
says:We would like to be contacted about hosting
admin123
says:Will Do – expect to hear from Dave soon.
Ralph Bobian
says:I have an acreage about 1 mile north of town and could potentially host several riders. 10 acres with plenty of tent sights. My concern is with the facilities we would need to provide. If I open our property up to several riders, would the city be willing to place portable toilets and shower facilities? Maybe trash recepticals? I will provide water and any needed utilities but can’t see allowing 25 or 50 people in my house to use our restrooms and showers, only because it’s unrealistic for everyone to have time to use it. Our property is ideal, in the loess hills, trees to camp under, huge bon fire, smores and hot dogs will be provided!!, beautiful old iowa barn, sheep, goats,ducks, chickens, donkeys, geese, bunnies etc. We will create a memorable experience as hosts but could use a little help. Thoughts?
admin123
says:Passing on to our housing committee. Good questions.
Mike Cordes
says:Ralph, the Kishwaukee Chain Gang is looking for a host in Sioux City so let me know if you work something out. We did submit a request for yard camping with the housing committee, but we haven’t received any feedback.
Mike Cordes
Deb Gilbert
says:Hello… Just wondering about housing. We haven’t heard yet if we were matched with a host. Thanks for your time!
admin123
says:Passing y our info on to Dave.
Mindi Farrell
says:We live in Morningside and are very willing to open our home to 4-8 riders. We have 2 spare bedrooms and plenty of space for air mattresses. Please contact me via email if you are still in need of housing. Thank you.
admin123
says:Thanks Mindi.
Alan DeJong
says:Just wondering if you received our application for housing and when we might here from you.
Maureen Knecht
says:SSC? Is there somewhere to ask more questions on specifics? We have alot of tent space but have some questions regarding facilities.
admin123
says:What are your questions Maureen? Hope we can help.
Ashley
says:Hello!
I am a team coordinator and applied for private housing a while back. I just received an email that states we have been placed in a campground. Does that mean our housing application was denied? Is this a blanket email for everyone?
Thanks!
Todd
says:We live in the Whispering Creek Area of Sioux City and have two spare bedrooms. We may be able to hold a couple of people.
admin123
says:Thanks. We’ll add you to the list.
Chris
says:I have room in our home for people needing a place to sleep/shower. Live in morningside.
admin123
says:Thanks. Posting to the web, but not sure if we can still schedule someone specifically.
Sue
says:We have room for a motor home or other sag vehicle in our driveway. Also have a hide abed available.
admin123
says:I’ll pass on to the committee, but may be too late to schedule something. Where are you located?
Sue
says:We are in Carriage Hills, that is near Target.