There are 11 motocross tracks within 100 miles of Des Moines, IA. The closest is Cambridge OHV Park in Cambridge, 22 miles out. Of those, 10 are open to the public for practice, 2 have lighted night tracks, 8 allow camping on site. 3 races and practice days are scheduled near Des Moines in the next 60 days.
Des Moines motocross runs on rich Iowa topsoil, the dark, loamy ground that preps into tacky, grippy dirt when the moisture is right. It is a corn-country summer sport, packed into the warm months before the brutal Midwest winter shuts the gates down hard.
Track details updated October 2, 2026.
Closest tracks to Des Moines
| Track | Miles | Status | Next event |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge OHV ParkCambridge | 22 | Open | None yet |
| 314 CompoundScranton | 55 | Open | None yet |
| Oak Ridge MXGarwin | 56 | Open | Oct 3 |
| Wayne County FairgroundsCorydon | 59 | Event venue | None yet |
| Gypsum City OHV ParkFort Dodge | 66 | Open | None yet |
| FDMX at Sports Park RacewayFort Dodge | 67 | Open | None yet |
| Woodland MX of IowaNew Hartford | 86 | Open | None yet |
| NCC MXWaterloo | 90 | Open | None yet |
| The 40 MX RanchBloomfield | 93 | Open | None yet |
| New Hartford Racing (Rambling Wheels MC)Shell Rock | 95 | Open | None yet |
Distances are straight-line from the Des Moines city center. Status describes whether the venue is in operation this season, not whether the gate is open today.
Races and practice days near Des Moines →11 tracks within 100 mi of Des Moines
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10 of the 11 tracks within 100 miles of Des Moines are marked open right now. 3 more venues in this radius are permanently closed and listed last for the record. 2 run night practice under lights, and 8 allow camping on site. Soil in this radius runs mostly loam.
The closest gate is Cambridge OHV Park in Cambridge, about 22 miles from Des Moines. 314 Compound (55 mi) and Oak Ridge MX (56 mi) are close behind. 3 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 Des Moines questions
How many motocross tracks are within 100 miles of Des Moines?
11 motocross tracks, MX parks, and dirt bike tracks are listed within 100 miles of Des Moines, IA on MX Parks, sorted by distance from the city center.
How far is the closest motocross track to Des Moines?
The closest listed track to Des Moines is Cambridge OHV Park in Cambridge, about 22 miles from the city center. Its listing shows the exact address, soil type, lighting, gate fees, and hours.
Where can I race near Des Moines?
The next 3 events on the calendar near Des Moines: Rumble at Oak Ridge at Oak Ridge MX on Oct 3; Sunday Open Practice (Rumble Rain-Out) at Oak Ridge MX on Oct 4; Red Bull Barn Find Open at Oak Ridge MX on Oct 16. Each event listing carries gate times, classes, and entry fees.
How much does it cost to ride near Des Moines?
Published gate and practice fees at tracks near Des Moines run $20 to $35 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 Des Moines?
8 tracks near Des Moines list a pee-wee or mini layout, or say they suit beginners: Cambridge OHV Park (22 mi), 314 Compound (55 mi), Oak Ridge MX (56 mi), Gypsum City OHV Park (66 mi), among others. Call ahead before a first ride day: some run mini sessions only on set days.
Which motocross tracks near Des Moines are open?
10 tracks are in operation near Des Moines, including Cambridge OHV Park, 314 Compound, Oak Ridge MX, Gypsum City OHV Park, FDMX at Sports Park Raceway, Woodland MX of Iowa. 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 Des Moines?
Popular options near Des Moines include Cambridge OHV Park (22 mi), 314 Compound (55 mi), Oak Ridge MX (56 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 Des Moines?
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.