Thanks Neil and Slim
Momma Bear doesn't want me to take her pristine Cruze onto the salt. Now I need a place to crash for a few nights . . . .
Regards, Art
If you don't mind camping staying at the Bend is an option. Showers are available at the truck stop (there may be a line). The wind can be high at night. Some have been forced to sleep in their vehicles instead of their small tents due to the wind. It does get cool at night, so bring a sleeping bag.
The folks staying next to you may turn out to be your transpostation on the salt.
I agree with the others - getting a ride will be easy. Show some respect and put your shoes in a bag like recomended above. Many will stop you and just tell you to hop in, since their vehicle is already full of salt or they have their floors covered.
You may want to refrain from riding in the back of a truck if that ride is offered. Salt in the eyes is a bad thing. It does blow around.