Room In The Pits
Plenty of parking and pit space, with front row RV spots that have power and water hookups.
Dirt Bike Riding Near Columbus, MS
We see Columbus plates in the pits most weekends we run. The park lies west of town, and the layout sits in an open field so whoever came along to watch can actually see you ride instead of guessing where you are.
126
Miles Direct From Columbus
Head East
Direction Of Travel
2
Prepped Tracks
Lowndes County
Your Area
Straight-line distance. The map further down shows the real driving route and time from Columbus.
On The Gate
Riders, Parents And Spectators
Bring the family. From most spots in the pits you can watch something like seventy percent of the track, which is exactly what a parent wants when their nine year old is out there.
Lines For Every Skill
Big enough for A riders, forgiving enough for a nine year old on a 65. Everybody gets a lap that suits them.
Two Separate Tracks
Both tracks were rebuilt and upgraded in 2022, and both get worked on between every event.
The Surface
Dirt That Holds Up All Day
Most Southeastern tracks pick one problem: dust by noon, or hardpack by afternoon. The blend here does neither. The shavings hold water, the clay holds shape, and the track keeps its character right through the last session.
Directions
How Far Is It From Columbus?
Anyone coming this far usually arrives the night before. Camping on site is welcome, and front row RV spots with power and water hookups can be reserved by text.
Set your GPS to 4015 County Highway 35, Horton, AL 35980 and it will bring you straight to the gate. From Columbus you are heading generally east.
Before You Come
What To Know Before You Come
Look at the schedule, then load the bike. Riders sign in at the tower when they arrive and pay at the gate - under 18 needs a parent or legal guardian signature.
No dates posted at the moment
New race and practice dates go up as soon as they are set. Call the park and we will tell you what is coming before you plan the trip from Columbus.
Columbus, MS
Questions From Columbus Riders
How far is McLarty MX Park from Columbus, MS?
The park is at 4015 County Highway 35 in Horton, Alabama, roughly 126 miles west of Columbus in a straight line. Because of the river and the lake, the road route can be noticeably longer - the map on this page shows the real driving distance and time from Columbus.
Is there a motocross track near Columbus?
McLarty MX Park is the one most Columbus riders end up at. It is a real haul, and worth making a weekend of away in Horton, with two prepped sandy loam tracks and announced race and practice days.
Is the park open every weekend?
No. We open on announced dates only. Check the schedule page before you load up - it lists every date we have on the books along with any weather notices.
What kind of dirt is the track?
Sandy loam - Alabama red clay mixed with our own blend of wood shavings. It holds moisture, keeps traction, and stops the track turning into a dust bowl.
What happens if it rains?
Sandy loam drains well, so light rain often does not stop us. If weather does force a change, we post it at the top of every page on this website and on our Facebook page.
Close To Columbus
Riders Also Come From
Hamilton, AL
Close to Columbus, and a longer drive from the park.
Tupelo, MS
Close to Columbus, and a long haul from the park.
Haleyville, AL
Close to Columbus, and a day-trip drive from the park.
Jasper, AL
Close to Columbus, and a day-trip drive from the park.
Russellville, AL
Close to Columbus, and a day-trip drive from the park.
Bessemer, AL
Close to Columbus, and a day-trip drive from the park.
Ready To Make The Drive?
The schedule page has every open date. If something on it is not clear, or you want to know whether the track is running before you leave Columbus, give us a ring.
