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Nevada Race Tracks & Driving Experiences

Quench your need for speed with Nevada’s racing scene. Whether you’re rooting for your favorite NASCAR driver at a one-of-a-kind race complex or pushing luxury sports cars to top speeds, the Silver State has no shortage of adrenaline-packed experiences. Discover some of the best race tracks in Nevada, go full throttle racing cars in Las Vegas, and witness some of the wildest open-road racing out there.

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Watch racers burn rubber or get behind the wheel yourself at these top destinations for auto racing in the Silver State.

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Where to Watch High-Speed Racing in Nevada

Professional and amateur racers reach top speeds on spectator-friendly Nevada raceways. So grab your favorite snack, find your seats, and let the checkered flag fly.

Las Vegas Motor Speedway

Known as the “Diamond in the Desert,” the Las Vegas Motor Speedway is a 1,200-acre race complex located less than 20 minutes from The Strip. Two NASCAR Cup Series races are held here annually, and upwards of 123,000 spectators watch elite drivers hit speeds close to 200 mph. Nine other tracks host everything from NHRA drag racing and junior dragsters to stock car, dirt track, and even legal street-style racing. Las Vegas Motor Speedway also offers fans a NASCAR driving experience featuring timed racing sessions and a personal spotter.

Top Gun Dragstrip & Rattlesnake Raceway

Just outside Fallon, the Top Gun Dragstrip is the only NHRA-sanctioned raceway in northern Nevada. Test and tune your own hot rod, compete against other racers, or get in on the spectator side of the action from the grandstands. Races here typically take place May through September.

Also in Fallon, Rattlesnake Raceway is the oldest continually operated oval dirt track in Nevada. The quarter-mile, high-banked course welcomes a diverse range of vehicles—from street stocks to sport mods.

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Reno Fernley Raceway

In Fernley, the Reno Fernley Raceway is home to a variety of tracks for different types of racing. Put your vehicle to the test on a clay oval or road course, or show your skills on the drifting track. The 650-acre park also has a motocross track, plus plenty of spectator and RV parking.

Tonopah Speedway

Stock and dwarf cars rip around the dirt track at Tonopah Speedway. Watch the dust kick up May through September, and try not to miss the action as kaleidoscopic sunsets descend on Tonopah.

Take the Wheel with Driving Experiences

Don’t just watch the high-octane action: Experience it. If you’re after on-the-track outings that deliver maximum thrills, southern Nevada is the place to be.

Speed Vegas

Situated just 10 minutes south of the Las Vegas Strip, Speed Vegas is a motorsports playground ready to bring dream racing adventures to life. The complex might be most well known for its exotics racing, which invites drivers to put the pedal to the metal in Ferraris, Lamborghinis, and McLarens.

To really catch some air, opt for the off-road experience, where racers rip Baja trucks around a dirt track packed with high-speed straights, banked turns, and massive jumps (including a 60-foot tabletop that’ll have you flying). If that’s not enough, Speed Vegas also offers drifting ride-alongs and go-karts.

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Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix

The whole family can get in on the race action at Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix. The 7-acre park has everything from Euro high-speed karts (max speed: 47 mph) and sprint karts (where riders race side by side) to the only two-seat go-karts in Vegas and kiddie karts perfect for the youngest drivers. Add to the fun with on-site amusement rides, a massive arcade, and a 600-seat restaurant.

Spring Mountain Motor Resort & Country Club

Spring Mountain Motor Resort & Country Club is a facility unlike any other. You’ll need a club membership to take advantage of the exclusive racetrack and resort-like amenities this Pahrump destination has to offer, but the karting complex offers day-use passes to the public. Spring Mountain Motor Resort is where you find the official high performance driving schools for Corvette and Cadillac, too.

Auto Racing Events in Nevada

In the Silver State, our wide-open roads sometimes double as race tracks during anything-but-ordinary events. Whether you want to compete or spectate, don’t miss these uncommon racing experiences held statewide.

Silver State Classic Challenge

Certified as the world’s fastest open-road race by Guinness World Records, the Silver State Classic Challenge is open to any vehicle that can average 95 mph and meet safety requirements. Competitive drivers get behind the wheel of their sports cars, pickup trucks, and even Priuses to test speed capabilities on a closed highway. While this race doesn’t have spectator areas, attendees can see a parade of cars before the challenge kicks off in Ely.

Virginia City Hillclimb

Open to all street-legal, registered, and insured sports cars, the Virginia City Hillclimb tempts drivers to tackle a challenging 5.2‑mile, 21‑turn uphill time trial on a state highway just outside Virginia City. The mountain ascent takes competitors from roughly 5,000 feet to 6,200 feet, and a return route allows for multiple chances to improve speed times (or just enjoy the rush).

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