There are 41 motocross tracks within 200 miles of Chicago, IL. The closest is Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX) in Wilmington, 47 miles out. Of those, 38 are open to the public for practice, 6 have lighted night tracks, 20 allow camping on site. 39 races and practice days are scheduled near Chicago in the next 60 days.
Chicago motocross is a warm-season sport, with loamy, well-prepped tracks spread across the farm country of northern Illinois and into the neighboring states. The calendar runs spring through fall, and locals ride hard before winter shuts the outdoor tracks down.
Track details updated September 23, 2026.
Closest tracks to Chicago
| Track | Miles | Status | Next event |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX)Wilmington | 47 | Open | None yet |
| MotolandKingsbury | 56 | Open | None yet |
| Richard Bong State Recreation AreaKansasville | 58 | Open | None yet |
| RedBud MXBuchanan | 65 | Open | Oct 4 |
| Leisure Time Motocross LTMXMedaryville | 70 | Open | None yet |
| Fox Valley Off Road ParkUtica | 79 | Open | None yet |
| Rocky Glen OHV ParkRockford | 79 | Open | None yet |
| Byron Motosports ParkByron | 86 | Open | None yet |
| Dutch Sport ParkBloomingdale | 92 | Open | Oct 10 |
| Hangtime MX ParkAkron | 103 | Open | Oct 10 |
Distances are straight-line from the Chicago city center. Status describes whether the venue is in operation this season, not whether the gate is open today.
Races and practice days near Chicago →41 tracks within 200 mi of Chicago
Sorted by distance from Chicago, closest first. Plus 3 permanently closed, listed last.
Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX)
Wilmington, IL
Open Night
47 mi
Motoland
Kingsbury, IN
Open
56 mi
Richard Bong State Recreation Area
Kansasville, WI
Open
58 mi
RedBud MX
Buchanan, MI
Open Camping 2 events
65 mi
★4.3
Leisure Time Motocross LTMX
Medaryville, IN
Verified
Open
70 mi
Fox Valley Off Road Park
Utica, IL
Open
79 mi
Rocky Glen OHV Park
Rockford, IL
Open
79 mi
Byron Motosports Park
Byron, IL
Open
86 mi
Dutch Sport Park
Bloomingdale, MI
Open Camping 1 event
92 mi
Hangtime MX Park
Akron, IN
Open Camping 4 events
103 mi
Aztalan Cycle Club
Lake Mills, WI
Open
105 mi
BU
Bucks Motocross Track
Portage, MI
Open 1 event
106 mi
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
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Riding near Chicago.
38 of the 41 tracks within 200 miles of Chicago are marked open right now. 3 more venues in this radius are permanently closed and listed last for the record. 6 run night practice under lights, and 20 allow camping on site. Soil in this radius runs mostly sand, with loam and clay mixes at some venues.
The closest gate is Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX) in Wilmington, about 47 miles from Chicago. Motoland (56 mi) and Richard Bong State Recreation Area (58 mi) are close behind. 39 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.
MX Parks lists 776 motocross tracks across all 50 states. Every listing is rider-maintained, and free for owners to claim.
Near Chicago questions
How many motocross tracks are within 200 miles of Chicago?
41 motocross tracks, MX parks, and dirt bike tracks are listed within 200 miles of Chicago, IL on MX Parks, sorted by distance from the city center.
How far is the closest motocross track to Chicago?
The closest listed track to Chicago is Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX) in Wilmington, about 47 miles from the city center. Its listing shows the exact address, soil type, lighting, gate fees, and hours.
Where can I race near Chicago?
The next 3 events on the calendar near Chicago: Thursday Evening Practice at M4MX Park on Sep 24; Friday Evening Practice at M4MX Park on Sep 25; D12MX / Buckeye Series Weekend at Delta Raceway on Sep 25. Each event listing carries gate times, classes, and entry fees.
How much does it cost to ride near Chicago?
Published gate and practice fees at tracks near Chicago run $5 to $150 per rider, with most around $30. Race entries, memberships, and camping are priced separately, and every listing shows what that track charges.
Are there beginner or kids motocross tracks near Chicago?
38 tracks near Chicago list a pee-wee or mini layout, or say they suit beginners: Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX) (47 mi), Motoland (56 mi), Richard Bong State Recreation Area (58 mi), Leisure Time Motocross LTMX (70 mi), among others. Call ahead before a first ride day: some run mini sessions only on set days.
Which motocross tracks near Chicago are open?
38 tracks are in operation near Chicago, including Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX), Motoland, Richard Bong State Recreation Area, RedBud MX, Leisure Time Motocross LTMX, Fox Valley Off Road 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 Chicago?
Popular options near Chicago include Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX) (47 mi), Motoland (56 mi), Richard Bong State Recreation Area (58 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 Chicago?
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.