There are 45 motocross tracks within 200 miles of Peoria, IL. The closest is Sunset Ridge MX in Walnut, 56 miles out. Of those, 38 are open to the public for practice, 8 have lighted night tracks, 23 allow camping on site. 16 races and practice days are scheduled near Peoria in the next 60 days.
Peoria motocross runs on central Illinois farmland, dark loamy dirt that preps tacky and grippy through a warm season squeezed by Midwest winters. It is a summer sport here, and locals push hard from spring thaw to the first hard freeze before the gates go quiet.
Track details updated October 27, 2026.
Closest tracks to Peoria
| Track | Miles | Status | Next event |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Ridge MXWalnut | 56 | Seasonal | None yet |
| Fox Valley Off Road ParkUtica | 56 | Open | None yet |
| Tri-City Motorcycle ClubCoal Valley | 68 | Open | None yet |
| Muddy Waters MXPort Byron | 70 | Open | Oct 30 |
| South Fork Dirt RidersTaylorville | 82 | Open | None yet |
| Champaign County FairgroundsUrbana | 82 | Event venue | None yet |
| Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX)Wilmington | 85 | Open | Oct 28 |
| Byron Motosports ParkByron | 98 | Open | None yet |
| MCMotoPark IncMount Carroll | 101 | Open | None yet |
| Rocky Glen OHV ParkRockford | 109 | Open | None yet |
Distances are straight-line from the Peoria city center. Status describes whether the venue is in operation this season, not whether the gate is open today.
Races and practice days near Peoria →45 tracks within 200 mi of Peoria
Sorted by distance from Peoria, closest first. Plus 6 permanently closed, listed last.
Sunset Ridge MX
Walnut, IL
Seasonal Pro national
56 mi
Fox Valley Off Road Park
Utica, IL
Open
56 mi
Tri-City Motorcycle Club
Coal Valley, IL
Open
68 mi
Muddy Waters MX
Port Byron, IL
Open Night 4 events
70 mi
South Fork Dirt Riders
Taylorville, IL
Open Camping
82 mi
CH
Champaign County Fairgrounds
Urbana, IL
82 mi
Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX)
Wilmington, IL
Open Night 5 events
85 mi
Byron Motosports Park
Byron, IL
Open
98 mi
MCMotoPark Inc
Mount Carroll, IL
Verified
Open Camping
101 mi
Rocky Glen OHV Park
Rockford, IL
Open
109 mi
Kahoka MX
Kahoka, MO
Open
118 mi
Splinter Creek Dirt Riders
Alton, IL
Camping
119 mi
Seasonal
Open
Open
Open
Open
Event venue
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
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Riding near Peoria.
38 of the 45 tracks within 200 miles of Peoria are marked open right now. 6 more venues in this radius are permanently closed and listed last for the record. 8 run night practice under lights, and 23 allow camping on site. Soil in this radius runs mostly sand, with loam and clay mixes at some venues.
The closest gate is Sunset Ridge MX in Walnut, about 56 miles from Peoria. Fox Valley Off Road Park (56 mi) and Tri-City Motorcycle Club (68 mi) are close behind. 16 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 Peoria questions
How many motocross tracks are within 200 miles of Peoria?
45 motocross tracks, MX parks, and dirt bike tracks are listed within 200 miles of Peoria, IL on MX Parks, sorted by distance from the city center.
How far is the closest motocross track to Peoria?
The closest listed track to Peoria is Sunset Ridge MX in Walnut, about 56 miles from the city center. Its listing shows the exact address, soil type, lighting, gate fees, and hours.
Where can I race near Peoria?
The next 3 events on the calendar near Peoria: Open Un-Prepped Practice, 3 Till Dark at Old Ben MX on Oct 28; 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. Each event listing carries gate times, classes, and entry fees.
How much does it cost to ride near Peoria?
Published gate and practice fees at tracks near Peoria run $10 to $150 per rider, with most around $35. Race entries, memberships, and camping are priced separately, and every listing shows what that track charges.
Are there beginner or kids motocross tracks near Peoria?
37 tracks near Peoria list a pee-wee or mini layout, or say they suit beginners: Sunset Ridge MX (56 mi), Fox Valley Off Road Park (56 mi), Tri-City Motorcycle Club (68 mi), Muddy Waters MX (70 mi), among others. Call ahead before a first ride day: some run mini sessions only on set days.
Which motocross tracks near Peoria are open?
38 tracks are in operation near Peoria, including Fox Valley Off Road Park, Tri-City Motorcycle Club, Muddy Waters MX, South Fork Dirt Riders, Joliet Motorsports (Joliet MX), Byron Motosports 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 Peoria?
Popular options near Peoria include Sunset Ridge MX (56 mi), Fox Valley Off Road Park (56 mi), Tri-City Motorcycle Club (68 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 Peoria?
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.