Best Motocross Tracks in Ohio (2026 Guide)

Ohio is a better riding state than it gets credit for. The southeast half of the state runs up into the foothills of the Appalachians, which means real elevation and natural terrain instead of flat, built-up tracks. The soil is mostly clay — it ruts up hard and rewards a rider who can read a line — and the state has a deep amateur racing scene, including several tracks that host Loretta Lynn's Area Qualifiers.

The tradeoff is the season. Ohio riding is a spring-through-fall proposition for most outdoor tracks, with the clay turning heavy and slick after the rains that come through in March and November. Summer is prime. Below are the tracks worth knowing across the state, from the Cincinnati corner up through Central Ohio and into the northeast.

Heads up: Hours, fees, and conditions change — especially in Ohio, where a clay track can go from perfect to unrideable after one storm. Always check current status on TrackFinder before you load up. Listings show the last verified date and real-time rider condition reports.

Honda Hills — Thornville, OH

Best for: All skill levels, Central Ohio riders, anyone who cares about the history Track types: MX Day fee: $40

Honda Hills sits in the hills of Central Ohio between Zanesville and Newark, and it's one of the more storied pieces of ground in Midwest motocross. Built by AMA Hall of Famer Dick Klamfoth in 1969, it hosted Inter-AM and Trans-AMA races in the 1970s before closing in the mid-2000s and sitting dormant for roughly 16 years. New owners reopened it in 2021 and have been restoring the facility since.

That history matters because the terrain is the real thing — natural elevation you don't get on a bulldozed track. If you're anywhere in the Columbus, Newark, or Zanesville area, this is a benchmark ride. Check TrackFinder for the current practice schedule before you go, since the facility runs different formats on different days.

See current conditions at trackfinderusa.com/tracks/honda-hills-oh

Briarcliff MX — Nashport, OH

Best for: Racers, intermediate to advanced riders, Central/East Central Ohio Track types: MX Day fee: Verify on TrackFinder

Briarcliff, just outside Zanesville, is one of Ohio's genuine race destinations. It hosts a Loretta Lynn's Mid-East Area Qualifier — the amateur pipeline toward the national championship at Loretta Lynn's Ranch — which puts it on the calendar for serious amateur racers across the region. The dirt is a clay mixture that ruts up well, with high-speed sections that make it demanding to race and good to watch.

This is more of a race-program track than a casual open-practice spot, so it's the right call if you want to line up against real competition. Check the listing for practice days versus race weekends before you make the drive.

See current conditions at trackfinderusa.com/tracks/briarcliff-mx-oh

East Fork MX — New Vienna, OH

Best for: All skill levels, Cincinnati and Dayton riders, families with young riders Track types: MX, Flat track, Peewee, Harescramble loop Day fee: $30 practice

East Fork is the best full-service option in the southwest corner of the state, roughly an hour from both Cincinnati and Dayton. It runs multiple tracks — several MX layouts plus a flat track, a peewee track, and a harescramble loop with creek crossings — which makes it a rare spot where a mixed-ability group or a family with young riders can all ride the same day. It's owned and run by AMA Hall of Famer and former GNCC/harescramble champion Scott Plessinger, and it has hosted AMA amateur qualifiers.

The peewee track and open practice make it one of the more beginner-friendly facilities in the state, while the main layouts hold up for advanced riders. Call or check the listing first — the practice schedule and track prep vary by day.

See current conditions at trackfinderusa.com/tracks/east-fork-motocross-park-oh

Route 62 MX — Martinsburg, OH

Best for: All skill levels, year-round riders, Central Ohio, families Track types: MX, Supercross, Indoor, Peewee Day fee: Verify on TrackFinder

Route 62 MX in Martinsburg has become one of the most talked-about facilities in Central Ohio, and its headline feature solves the biggest problem with riding in this state: it runs year-round. Alongside a 1.3-mile outdoor main track, an amateur-built supercross course, and a dedicated peewee track, it has a roughly 50,000-square-foot indoor supercross building — a 14-bike gate over six lanes, heated track and pits — that keeps riders going straight through the Ohio winter.

That range makes it a rare all-in-one: young riders have a peewee track, amateurs can session a real supercross layout, and nobody has to park the bike from December to March. Camper hookups, tent camping, and on-site bathrooms make it easy to turn a ride into a weekend. Check the listing for the current indoor and outdoor schedule before you go.

See current conditions at trackfinderusa.com/tracks/route-62-mx-oh

Chilli Town MX — Chillicothe, OH

Best for: Racers, families, south-central Ohio riders Track types: MX, Supercross Day fee: Verify on TrackFinder

Chilli Town MX runs at the Ross County Fairgrounds in Chillicothe, and it's one of the more active race programs in the southern half of the state. It hosts the Buckeye Series, the AMA Ohio State Championship, and stops on traveling series like the THOR MEGA Series — a full enough calendar that if you race in southern Ohio, you'll end up here. Classes run from age 4 on up, with food vendors, live trackside announcing, and camping that make race weekends easy to settle into.

For riders around Columbus's south side, Circleville, or the Chillicothe area, this is the closest serious race scene. Check the listing for the current event and practice schedule before you load up — the calendar leans toward race weekends rather than daily open practice.

See current conditions at trackfinderusa.com/tracks/chilli-town-mx-llc-oh

Beans MX Park — Sherrodsville, OH

Best for: Practice riders, trail riders, riders who want to camp and ride Track types: MX, Trails Day fee: Verify on TrackFinder

Beans MX Park in Sherrodsville is a different kind of stop — a practice-focused facility on 100 acres of natural terrain with trails and free camping, bikes only. It's less about a formal race program and more about showing up, riding a track and some trails, and staying the weekend without a hotel bill. That mix makes it a good option for a low-key riding trip in eastern Ohio.

For riders who want to combine motocross laps with some off-road trail time in one place, Beans is worth the look. Check the listing for current open days before you plan a camping weekend around it.

See current conditions at trackfinderusa.com/tracks/beans-mx-park-oh

More Ohio Tracks

Ohio has 30+ dirt bike and motocross tracks listed on TrackFinder — from race destinations down to small club tracks and practice facilities that don't advertise much. Search by your location, filter by track type and difficulty, and check current conditions before you go.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is motocross season in Ohio?

Ohio riding runs roughly April through October for most outdoor tracks, with summer being prime. The clay-heavy soil turns slick and heavy after the wet stretches in early spring and late fall, and most tracks scale back or close over winter. A few indoor options run in the off-season — Route 62 MX in Martinsburg keeps a heated indoor supercross track going through the cold months. Always check current open/closed status on TrackFinder, since a single storm can take a clay track offline for days.

Which Ohio motocross tracks host Loretta Lynn's qualifiers?

Briarcliff MX in Nashport hosts a Loretta Lynn's Mid-East Area Qualifier, and East Fork MX in New Vienna has hosted AMA amateur qualifiers as well. Qualifier schedules change year to year, so confirm the current race calendar on the track's listing before planning a trip around an event.

How much does it cost to ride a motocross track in Ohio?

Day fees at Ohio tracks generally run $20–$40 depending on the facility and whether it's an open practice day or a race. Smaller club and practice tracks sit at the lower end; full-service facilities with track prep charge more. Verify current pricing on the TrackFinder listing before you go, since fees change and race-day pricing differs from practice.

What's the best Ohio motocross track for beginners?

East Fork MX in New Vienna is a strong beginner-friendly pick — it has a peewee track and open practice for younger and newer riders, plus bigger layouts to grow into. Route 62 MX in Martinsburg is another good family option, with a dedicated peewee track and both indoor and outdoor layouts. Beans MX Park in Sherrodsville is a low-key place to log practice laps as you build up.

Do Ohio tracks have elevation, or are they flat?

The southeast half of Ohio runs into the Appalachian foothills, so many of the better tracks — Honda Hills, Beans MX, Briarcliff — have real natural elevation rather than built-up jumps. Tracks in the flatter northwest and central plains tend to be more constructed. If natural terrain matters to you, filter toward the southeast and use the difficulty filter on TrackFinder.

Find Ohio Tracks Near You

All of the tracks listed above are on TrackFinder — along with 30+ more across the state. Check open/closed status, read condition reports from riders who were just there, find upcoming events, and get directions.

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