There are 6 motocross tracks within 50 miles of Charlotte, NC. The closest is Top Gun MX in Iron Station, 25 miles out. Of those, 5 are open to the public for practice, 1 allows camping on site.
Charlotte sits in the middle of Carolina motocross country, where red clay tracks fan out across the Piedmont in both states. The clay bites when it is prepped and gets greasy when it is wet, and the long Southern season keeps tracks running most of the year.
Track details updated August 23, 2026.
Closest tracks to Charlotte
| Track | Miles | Status | Next event |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Gun MXIron Station | 25 | Open | None yet |
| DPG MX CompoundKings Mountain | 32 | Members | None yet |
| Iron City Motorsports ParkBlacksburg | 38 | Open | None yet |
| TNT Motorsports ParkChester | 42 | Open | None yet |
| Shelby MX ExpressShelby | 45 | Open | None yet |
| Lost Valley Motorsports ParkConnelly Springs | 47 | Open | None yet |
Distances are straight-line from the Charlotte city center. Status describes whether the venue is in operation this season, not whether the gate is open today.
6 tracks within 50 mi of Charlotte
Sorted by distance from Charlotte, closest first
Top Gun MX
Iron Station, NC
Open Pro national
25 mi
DPG MX Compound
Kings Mountain, NC
32 mi
Iron City Motorsports Park
Blacksburg, SC
Open
38 mi
TNT Motorsports Park
Chester, SC
Open Camping
42 mi
Shelby MX Express
Shelby, NC
Open
45 mi
Lost Valley Motorsports Park
Connelly Springs, NC
Open
47 mi
Open
Member
Open
Open
Open
Open
Nearby metros
Riding near Charlotte.
5 of the 6 tracks within 50 miles of Charlotte are marked open right now. 1 allows camping on site. Soil in this radius runs mostly clay, with loam mixes at some venues.
The closest gate is Top Gun MX in Iron Station, about 25 miles from Charlotte. DPG MX Compound (32 mi) and Iron City Motorsports Park (38 mi) are close behind. Every listing shows gate fees, hours, soil, and the latest rider check-ins.
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Near Charlotte questions
How many motocross tracks are within 50 miles of Charlotte?
6 motocross tracks, MX parks, and dirt bike tracks are listed within 50 miles of Charlotte, NC on MX Parks, sorted by distance from the city center.
How far is the closest motocross track to Charlotte?
The closest listed track to Charlotte is Top Gun MX in Iron Station, about 25 miles from the city center. Its listing shows the exact address, soil type, lighting, gate fees, and hours.
Are there beginner or kids motocross tracks near Charlotte?
3 tracks near Charlotte list a pee-wee or mini layout, or say they suit beginners: Top Gun MX (25 mi), TNT Motorsports Park (42 mi), Shelby MX Express (45 mi). Call ahead before a first ride day: some run mini sessions only on set days.
Which motocross tracks near Charlotte are open?
5 tracks are in operation near Charlotte: Top Gun MX, Iron City Motorsports Park, TNT Motorsports Park, Shelby MX Express, Lost Valley Motorsports Park. 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 Charlotte?
Popular options near Charlotte include Top Gun MX (25 mi), DPG MX Compound (32 mi), Iron City Motorsports Park (38 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 Charlotte?
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.