There are 11 motocross tracks within 100 miles of Champaign, IL. The closest is Champaign County Fairgrounds in Urbana, 2 miles out. Of those, 9 are open to the public for practice, 4 have lighted night tracks, 6 allow camping on site. 9 races and practice days are scheduled near Champaign in the next 60 days.
Champaign rides the deep farmland of east-central Illinois, on the rich prairie loam that preps into tacky, grippy dirt. It is a summer sport in corn country, packed into the warm months before the hard Midwest winter shuts the gates down cold.
Track details updated October 26, 2026.
Closest tracks to Champaign
| Track | Miles | Status | Next event |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champaign County FairgroundsUrbana | 2 | Event venue | None yet |
| Badlands Off Road ParkAttica | 53 | Open | None yet |
| Lincoln Trail MotosportsCasey | 59 | Open | Nov 7 |
| South Fork Dirt RidersTaylorville | 68 | Open | None yet |
| Ironman RacewayCrawfordsville | 70 | Open | None yet |
| Big River Off-Road ParkHutsonville | 78 | Open | None yet |
| The Moto Speed FactoryBowling Green | 83 | Seasonal | Oct 31 |
| Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX)Wilmington | 87 | Open | Oct 28 |
| Wildcat Creek MXRossville | 89 | Open | Oct 31 |
| Redbird State Recreation AreaDugger | 90 | Open | None yet |
Distances are straight-line from the Champaign city center. Status describes whether the venue is in operation this season, not whether the gate is open today.
Races and practice days near Champaign →11 tracks within 100 mi of Champaign
Sorted by distance from Champaign, closest first. Plus 3 permanently closed, listed last.
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9 of the 11 tracks within 100 miles of Champaign are marked open right now. 3 more venues in this radius are permanently closed and listed last for the record. 4 run night practice under lights, and 6 allow camping on site. Soil in this radius runs mostly sand, with clay and loam mixes at some venues.
The closest gate is Champaign County Fairgrounds in Urbana, about 2 miles from Champaign. Badlands Off Road Park (53 mi) and Lincoln Trail Motosports (59 mi) are close behind. 9 upcoming races and practice days are on the calendar at tracks inside this radius. Every listing shows gate fees, hours, soil, and the latest rider check-ins.
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Near Champaign questions
How many motocross tracks are within 100 miles of Champaign?
11 motocross tracks, MX parks, and dirt bike tracks are listed within 100 miles of Champaign, IL on MX Parks, sorted by distance from the city center.
How far is the closest motocross track to Champaign?
The closest listed track to Champaign is Champaign County Fairgrounds in Urbana, about 2 miles from the city center. Its listing shows the exact address, soil type, lighting, gate fees, and hours.
Where can I race near Champaign?
The next 3 events on the calendar near Champaign: Martino MX School at Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX) on Oct 28; Thursday Open Ride, All Tracks (Bikes Only) at Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX) on Oct 29; Halloween Open Ride, All Tracks (Bikes Only) at Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX) on Oct 31. Each event listing carries gate times, classes, and entry fees.
How much does it cost to ride near Champaign?
Published gate and practice fees at tracks near Champaign run $10 to $150 per rider, with most around $33. Race entries, memberships, and camping are priced separately, and every listing shows what that track charges.
Are there beginner or kids motocross tracks near Champaign?
10 tracks near Champaign list a pee-wee or mini layout, or say they suit beginners: Badlands Off Road Park (53 mi), Lincoln Trail Motosports (59 mi), South Fork Dirt Riders (68 mi), Ironman Raceway (70 mi), among others. Call ahead before a first ride day: some run mini sessions only on set days.
Which motocross tracks near Champaign are open?
9 tracks are in operation near Champaign, including Badlands Off Road Park, Lincoln Trail Motosports, South Fork Dirt Riders, Ironman Raceway, Big River Off-Road Park, Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX). That means the venue is running this season, not that the gate is open today, so check the track's posted hours and schedule before you load the van.
What is the best motocross track near Champaign?
Popular options near Champaign include Champaign County Fairgrounds (2 mi), Badlands Off Road Park (53 mi), Lincoln Trail Motosports (59 mi). Which is best depends on what you ride: outdoor MX riders want long laps and varied soil, supercross riders want technical layouts, families want pit bike loops and amenities.
Can I check in or leave a review for a track near Champaign?
Yes. A free MX Parks rider account lets you check in at any listed track, rate it, and save favorites. Check-ins also power the live riding-now activity shown on track pages.