THE PROBLEM

You plan your trips around the trail.
Your lodging should too.

You drive hours to reach world-class trails, only to stay in places designed for someone else. Cramped Airbnbs with nowhere to wash gear. Hotels 30 minutes from the trailhead. "Glamping" that treats the outdoors like a backdrop instead of the whole point.

There's no lodging built for how you actually travel

No gear infrastructure

Muddy bikes on the deck. Dirty ropes slung over chairs. Wet gear in the trunk. No wash station. No storage. Every stay is an improvised gear room.

Same mountains, less crowds

Foresthill has world-class trails, granite, and whitewater without the Tahoe traffic, the endless lines, or the $15 smoothie.

Recovery is an afterthought

After miles of trail or a full day on rock, you want a clean sauna and cold plunge, not a shared hot tub with other sweaty guests

INTRODUCING

Foresthill Basecamp

Rugged luxury modular cabins with integrated gear storage, private saunas, and rooftop decks — on 37 acres in the heart of Northern California's best trail systems.

Cabin renders and imagery courtesy of Elmntl

THE STAY

Designed Around the Way You Move

Integrated Gear Systems

Perforated steel mount walls for bikes, packs, and ropes. Lockable gear capsule with conditioned storage tunnel. Exterior wash station and rinse shower — mud stays outside, gear stays organized.

Private Sauna + Cold Plunge


Your own ensuite wood-burning or electric sauna with an outdoor cold plunge and change area. Contrast therapy steps from your door. No shared spa, no schedule.

Modular Cabin Design


Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. Kitchenette with induction cooktop. Terrazzo-tiled walk-in shower. Queen bed with exposed timber rafters. Work nook. Every detail considered.

Rooftop Deck


Floating thermal spruce deck with ladder access. Coffee at sunrise. Stars at midnight. The Sierras stretched out in front of you.


Communal Spaces


Central fire pit. Outdoor kitchen with grills and pizza oven. Post-ride, run, or climb, this is where the stories happen.


YOUR BACKYARD

The Endurance Capital of the World

Foresthill sits at the intersection of NorCal's best trail systems, climbing areas, and river access — 45 minutes from Sacramento, 2.5 hours from SF.

Trail Running

Western States® 100 course. World-class single track from the front door.

Mountain Biking

Foresthill Divide Loop and OHV trails. Technical descents and flowy ridge lines within riding distance.

Climbing

Auburn Quarry — over 50 routes from 5.6 to 5.13a. Sport, trad, and bouldering, 20 minutes from basecamp

Water Sports

Class II-IV whitewater on the American River, kayaking or paddling at Folsom Lake, or fishing in nearby lakes and reservoirs.

Road Cycling

Mosquito Ridge Road — one of the most scenic cycling routes in Northern California. 40+ miles of quiet pavement.

Guided Experiences

Partnered outfitters for guided climbing, rafting trips, MTB shuttles, and trail running group runs.

"Western States® is the oldest, most prestigious 100-miler in the nation"

Nick Bare paces running legend Sally Mcrae at the Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run in 2024, starting from their basecamp in iconic Foresthill.

LIMITED AVAILABILITY

Become a Founding Member

We're building Foresthill Basecamp in phases, starting with just 10 cabins. Founding Members get priority booking access and a behind the scenes look as we build from the ground up.

Sign up now — it's free — and you'll be first in line when reservations open.

  • First pick of cabin sites and dates
  • Behind-the-scenes build updates
  • Input on amenities and experiences

WHO WE ARE

Built by Athletes, For Athletes

We're YJ and Tyler — trail runners, mountain bikers, and climbers who got tired of staying in places that weren't built for people like us. So we're building the place we've always wanted to stay.

37 acres in Foresthill. Ten cabins to start. Every detail designed around gear, recovery, and community. We're building this in public and bringing our founding members along for the ride.

YJ Tung

Strategy & Marketing

Tyler Mitchell

Land & Operations

"Having built a hospitality bootstrap from scratch, I know how hard it is for founders to go from inception to launch in the physical space, especially coming from digital. YJ understands this better than most, he gets the details... the funnel, the marketing, the branding, the positioning, the space creation. I'm excited for this next chapter for him and Foresthill."
— Ben Lee, Founder, Re:Center Retreat (Costa Rica)

QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked

What does "Founding Member" mean?

Founding Members are our earliest supporters. You'll get exclusive early-bird pricing, first access to book stays, and behind-the-scenes updates as we build. Signing up is completely free — you're simply reserving your spot at the front of the line.

When will Foresthill Basecamp open?

We're currently in the permitting and pre-development phase with Placer County. Phase 1 (10 cabins) is targeted for completion by Spring 2027. Founding Members will be the first to know exact dates and get first booking priority.

Where exactly is the property?

We're on 37 acres in Foresthill, California — in Placer County along the Sierra Nevada foothills. That's about 45 minutes from Sacramento, 2.5 hours from San Francisco, and directly adjacent to the trail networks that host the Western States, 10 minutes away from the Foresthill aid station.

What are the cabins like?

We are proudly parterning with Elmntl to bring modern yet rugged cabins to the Basecamp. Panoramic windows, kitchenette, terrazzo bathroom, queen bed, and work nook. You'll be able to take care of your gear just as well as your mind and body.

Is this just glamping?

Not quite. Most glamping is designed for relaxation with nature as a backdrop. Foresthill Basecamp is designed for athletes who travel to move — the cabins, amenities, and location are all oriented around adventure access, gear management, and recovery.

How much will a stay cost?

Pricing is still being finalized, but expect rates in the premium glamping range. Founding Members will be first to see pricing and get priority booking access when reservations open.