YOUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO ELECTRIC FOREST

Electric Forest is more than a festival. It’s an invitation for all Forest Family to create unforgettable memories. Read the guide below for all the need-to-know details to prepare for the journey. Check back often for updates & helpful information!

1 Download the App

Electric Forest Mobile App

HQ strongly recommends pairing the helpful information on this page with the Electric Forest App, where you will register your Wristband, find an interactive venue map, performance and Plug In schedules, and much more as the festival approaches.

2 Register Your Wristband

Register Your Wristband

Registering your Wristband secures your investment & helps with a smooth entrance at the Festival. Registering a Weekend Wristband is the only way to participate in the Loyalty Program*. Register your Wristband in the Electric Forest mobile app before applying it onto your wrist.

Login using your existing AXS account or create one now (if you were the original purchaser, log in to your account used for purchase!)
Your unique 6 letter code is on the underside of the RFID badge.
Enter your 8 character Loyalty ID to participate / continue in the EF Loyalty Program.
Each person attending must register the Wristband they will be wearing.
Opt in for SMS for special offers, perks, and updates from HQ.

Need Help? Stop by a Box Office onsite for assistance.

*Day Pass Wristbands do not qualify for Loyalty, but should still be Registered.

Note: Wristband Registration is required.

Step 1: Click on the Register Wristband Tile

Step 2: Fill out your information

Step 3: Complete Registration

3 Know Before You Go

Festival Checklist

Download the Electric Forest Mobile App
Register your Wristband on the Electric Forest Mobile App
Review items you can and can’t bring into the Festival Venue and Campgrounds
Review Campground safety and rules
Review your designated arrival directions based on your Pass Type OR transportation method

Getting Here

There are many ways to get to Electric Forest. From road trips to Official Shuttles, make sure you’ve got the details covered.

What To Bring, What To Leave Behind

Take a second to review it all, so you don’t have to forfeit your items when you arrive. See what is and isn’t allowed in the Festival Venue and Campgrounds.

Lockers

Plan ahead by reserving a locker today. Store personal items in a safe, secure, and convenient location with unlimited access during festival hours.

Accessibility & ADA

If you need assistance on site, please visit us at the Access Center located in Camp Access, or contact us prior to the festival.

Health & Safety

Electric Forest is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and welcoming experience for the Forest Family.

Lodging Options

Need a last-minute place to stay? Check out the nearby hotel options around the festival.

4 Camping

Camping Arrival, Dates & Hours of Operation

Camping arrival dates and check-in times vary by Pass Type. Review the dates and hours below and plan travel accordingly.

GA Early Arrival

Tuesday, 6/17 at 7 PM Eastern and on

GA Group Camping

Tuesday, 6/17 at 7 PM Eastern and on

Good Life (including Back 40 Camping, RVs, and Enchanted Experience)

Wednesday, 6/18 at 8 AM Eastern and on

Back 40 Cabins/ Log Homes / Frontier Suites

Wednesday, 6/18 at 3 PM Eastern and on

GA Shoreline & Good Life Michillinda Hotel Packages

Wednesday, 6/18 at 4 PM Eastern and on

GA and GA Enhanced (including Camp Higher Love, Lucky Lake, EFfortless, and Maplewoods)

Thursday, 6/19 at 12:01 AM Eastern and on

Please note: GA Day Pass holders may arrive starting at 12 Noon Eastern on the day of the pass purchased. GA Day Pass holders do not have access to the Campgrounds. All vehicles must leave the Day Parking lot by 11 AM Eastern the following day.

Campground Safety

For the safety and comfort of all Forest Family, ALL VEHICLES ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH UPON ENTRY TO THE CAMPGROUNDS. Please review the prohibited items list closely and understand that all items are subject to search.

Vehicle Pass Application

All vehicles entering Electric Forest require a Vehicle Pass. Please apply the Vehicle Pass to the exterior of your vehicle's windshield on the upper driver side before arriving in Rothbury. Do not apply to the inside of the vehicle.

Vehicle Re-Entry Policy

Vehicles may not leave and re-enter The Campgrounds throughout the event. For a medical or emergency situation that you need to leave with your vehicle and want to re-enter, you can do so between 8 AM and 8 PM ET. Remain alert to your surroundings and drive slowly. Forest Family on foot always get the right-of-way.

Based on your camping type, please review the following section to help facilitate your best camping experience.

General Admission

General Admission

General Admission Wristbands are allowed to enter the GA Campgrounds starting at 12:01 AM Eastern on Thursday, June 19.

GA Vehicle Early Arrival Add-On is available with entry beginning at 7 PM Eastern on Tuesday, June 17.

Driving Directions:

SOUTH TOLL ENTRY

From Highway 31, take Exit 136 (Winston Rd). You will see signs for the Event.
Make the first left for the GA Campgrounds and the South Toll.

Learn More About Amenities

Arrival Checklist:

Arriving with a vehicle? Make sure to have your Vehicle Pass applied before arrival.
Arrive together to camp together. Saving spaces is not allowed.
Drop a pin on your phone map to reference your campsite location throughout the weekend

GA Group Camping

The home for Large Camps of 20+ Forest Family, and specialty Group Camps: Wayfinder (for solo travelers) Her Forest (for femme-identifying folks), and Camp Traction (sober camping).

All Group Camping includes Early Arrival, starting at 7 PM Eastern on Tuesday, June 17.

Driving Directions:

NORTH TOLL ENTRY

From Highway 31, take Exit 140 (Stony Lake Road). You will see signs for the Event.
Follow the signs to the Event and the North Toll.
Once you are through the Toll, follow signs and instructions from parking staff to be directed to Group Camping.

Learn More About Amenities

Arrival Checklist:

Arriving with a vehicle? Make sure to have your Vehicle Pass applied before arrival.
Arriving together is encouraged. Connect with your Group Leader for more info on your camping zone if you’re arriving separately.
Drop a pin on your phone map to reference your campsite location throughout the weekend

GA RV Camping

GA RV Pass grants entry into the GA Campgrounds starting at 12:01 AM Eastern on Thursday, June 19.

GA RV Early Arrival Add-On is available with entry beginning at 7 PM Eastern on Tuesday, June 17.

Each RV is allowed one (1) companion vehicle. The companion vehicle must arrive with the RV.

A companion vehicle must be a car, truck or SUV that is smaller than 16 ft in length.

Driving Directions:

NORTH TOLL ENTRY

From Highway 31, take Exit 140 (Stony Lake Road). You will see signs for the Event.
Follow the signs to the Event and the North Toll, and you will be directed to your campgrounds.

Learn More About Amenities

Arrival Checklist:

Arriving with a vehicle? Make sure to have your Vehicle Pass applied before arrival.
Arrive together to camp together. Saving spaces is not allowed.
Drop a pin on your phone map to reference your campsite location throughout the weekend

GA Enhanced (Higher Love, Maplewoods EFfortless)

GA Enhanced Wristbands are allowed to enter the GA Campgrounds starting at 12:01 AM Eastern on Thursday, June 19.

GA Vehicle Early Arrival Add-On is available with entry beginning at 7 PM Eastern on Tuesday, June 17.

GA Enhanced Camping all (Higher Love, Maplewoods, EFfortless) offer access controlled campgrounds with complimentary showers and air-conditioned restrooms.

Driving Directions:

NORTH TOLL ENTRY

From Highway 31, take Exit 140 (Stony Lake Road). You will see signs for the Event.
Follow the signs to the Event and the North Toll, and you will be directed to your campgrounds.

Learn More About Amenities

Arrival Checklist:

Arriving with a vehicle? Make sure to have your Vehicle Pass applied before arrival.
Drop a pin on your phone map to reference your campsite location throughout the weekend.

GA Lucky Lake Camping & Lakeside Camping

GA Lucky Lake Wristbands are allowed to enter the GA Campgrounds starting at 12:01 AM Eastern on Thursday, June 19.

GA Vehicle Early Arrival Add-On is available with entry beginning at 7 PM Eastern on Tuesday, June 17.

GA Lucky Lake Camping offers an access-controlled campground with exclusive beach & swimming access, complimentary showers, air-conditioned restrooms, 24-hour dedicated shuttle, and more.

Driving Directions:

SOUTH TOLL ENTRY

From Highway 31, take Exit 136 (Winston Rd). You will see signs for the Event.
Make the first left for the GA Campgrounds and the South Toll.
Once you are through the Toll, follow signs and instructions from parking staff to be directed to Lucky Lake.

Learn More About Amenities

Arrival Checklist:

Arriving with a vehicle? Make sure to have your Vehicle Pass applied before arrival.
Don’t forget Lucky Lake essentials like SPF, bathing suits, and bug spray!

GA Lucky Lake Pre-Set RVs

GA Lucky Lake Pre-Set RV Packages include Early Arrival - arrive as early as 7 PM Eastern on Tuesday, June 17.

Driving Directions:

SOUTH TOLL ENTRY

From Highway 31, take Exit 136 (Winston Rd). You will see signs for the Event.
Make the first left for the GA Campgrounds and the South Toll.
Once you are through the Toll, follow signs and instructions from parking staff to be directed to Lucky Lake.

Learn More About Amenities

Arrival Checklist:

Arriving with a vehicle? Make sure to have your Vehicle Pass applied before arrival.
Check the Lucky Lake Pre-Set RVs amenities & pack accordingly.
Don’t forget Lucky Lake essentials like SPF, bathing suits, and bug spray!

GA Day Pass

GA Day Pass grants entry into the Festival Venue for the date the pass is valid for.

GA Day Parking (available for purchase) allows entry into the Day Parking lot starting at 12 PM ET each day.

Driving Directions:

NORTH TOLL ENTRY

From Highway 31, take Exit 140 (Stony Lake Road). You will see signs for the Event.
Follow the signs to the Event and the North Toll. You will be directed by signs and parking staff.

Learn More About Amenities

Arrival Checklist:

Arriving with a vehicle? Make sure to have your Vehicle Pass applied before arrival.
Looking to upgrade to a weekend pass? Contact AXS Order Support or stop by a Box Office on site.

Good Life

Good Life

Good Life Wristband grants entry into the Good Life Campgrounds starting Wednesday, June 18 at 8 AM Eastern.

Driving Directions:

GOOD LIFE TOLL ENTRY

From Highway 31, take Exit 136 (Winston Rd). You will see signs for the Event.
Follow signs to Good Life Tolls.
Once you are through the Toll, you will be directed to your campgrounds.

Learn More About Amenities

Arrival Checklist:

Arriving with a vehicle? Make sure to have your Vehicle Pass applied before arrival.
Note the Specific Arrival Time for Good Life.

Back 40 Camping. Back 40 RVs, and Back 40 Enchanted Packages

Back 40 Camping, Back 40 RVs, and Back 40 Enchanted Packages begin entry into the Back 40 Campgrounds starting Wednesday, June 18 at 8 AM Eastern.

Driving Directions:

BACK 40 TOLL ENTRY

From Highway 31, take Exit 136 (Winston Rd). You will see signs for the Event.
Go past the South Toll entrance and turn onto Water Road.
Follow Back 40 signs to Back 40 Toll.

* For Frontier Suite Purchasers: please look out for an Arrival Instruction email from HQ.

Learn More About Amenities

Arrival Checklist:

Arriving with a vehicle? Make sure to have your Vehicle Pass applied before arrival.
Note the Specific Arrival Time for Back 40.

Back 40 Cabins and Back 40 Log Homes

Back 40 Cabins and Back 40 Log Homes begin entry on Wednesday, June 18 at 3 PM Eastern.

Driving Directions:

BACK 40 TOLL ENTRY

From Highway 31, take Exit 136 (Winston Rd). You will see signs for the Event.
Go past the South Toll entrance and turn onto Water Road.
Follow Back 40 signs to Back 40 Toll.

* For Frontier Suite Purchasers: please look out for an Arrival Instruction email from HQ.

Learn More About Amenities

Arrival Checklist:

Arriving with a vehicle? Make sure to have your Vehicle Pass applied before arrival.
Note the Specific Arrival Time for Back 40.

5 Once You're Here

Find the Festival Map On The App

View the Venue, Shuttle Routes, and Arrival maps on the app for the best viewing experience. Familiarize yourself so you know how to quickly get from stage to stage using the interactive map!

Forest Food

Dig into the many Immersive food & drink experiences with Forest Food. Plus, vegan, gluten-free and other lifestyle options abound!

Forest Goods

Shop the official Forest Goods merchandise at the Festival. Create a wishlist on the Mobile App.

Plug In

The Plug In programs are an invitation to create and help shape the Electric Forest experience. Plug In to participate through workshops, meetups & more.

EF Radio

Tune in to 99.5 FM for live updates and keep an eye out for the EF Radio team as they collect Forest Family perspectives and more.

Camp Gear Donation Locations

Electricology will be collecting lightly used camp gear - including tents, sleeping bags, coolers, and more - to donate to local organizations. Donation locations can be found at each neighborhood pod in both the GA and Good Life Campgrounds and notated on the Map!

Harm Reduction Resources

Physical and mental health resources are available on site at Electric Forest. HQ has partnered with End Overdose, Consciousness Group Sober Support, Ground Control, and To Write Love on Her Arms to provide support and resources to the Forest Family both on site and outside of the festival when you return home. Learn more.

Lost & Found

Lose something in The Forest? Learn how to protect your stuff ahead of arriving and where to view found items in real time.

Did You Remember To

Download the Electric Forest Mobile App
Register your Wristband on the Electric Forest Mobile App
Review items you can and can’t bring to the Festival
Review the Camping info and rules
Review your designated arrival instructions based on your Pass Type OR Transportation Method

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