Two Separate Tracks
Both tracks were rebuilt and upgraded in 2022, and both get worked on between every event.
Dirt Bike Riding Near Decatur, AL
McLarty MX Park sits in the little community of Horton, southeast of Decatur. What you find at the end of the drive is two prepped sandy loam tracks that hold moisture instead of turning into a dust bowl by lunch.
44
Miles Direct From Decatur
Head Southeast
Direction Of Travel
2
Prepped Tracks
Morgan County
Your Area
Straight-line distance. The map further down shows the real driving route and time from Decatur.
On The Gate
Bring The Whole Family
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.
Prepped Before You Roll In
The track is watered and ripped before gates open, and it gets worked through the day on race days.
You Can See The Whole Thing
The layout sits in an open field, so from most spots in the pits you can watch about 70 percent of the track. Parents love it.
The Surface
Sandy Loam, Not A Dust Bowl
Sandy loam is the whole point. It drains after a shower, it takes a rip, and it gives you grip where you expect to be sliding. That is why riders trailer past closer tracks to get here.
Directions
Getting Here From Decatur
This is the sweet spot. Far enough that the track is a destination, close enough that you are not burning the whole day on the road. Most Decatur riders make it out and back the same day without thinking twice.
Most riders from Decatur come in via AL-67 east, then US-231 south. Put the address in your phone and it will take you the rest of the way.
Before You Come
How A Day Here Works
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.
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SEP 5 SAT
Makeup Race
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SEP 6 SUN
SHA Series Race
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OCT 3 SAT
SHA Series Race
Decatur, AL
Questions From Decatur Riders
How far is McLarty MX Park from Decatur, AL?
The park is at 4015 County Highway 35 in Horton, Alabama, roughly 44 miles northwest of Decatur 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 Decatur.
Is there a motocross track near Decatur?
McLarty MX Park is the one most Decatur riders end up at. It is a comfortable morning drive away in Horton, with two prepped sandy loam tracks and announced race and practice days.
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.
Do I need to sign up before I come?
No. There is no membership and no pre-registration. Sign in at the tower when you arrive and pay at the gate. Riders under 18 need a parent or legal guardian signature.
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 classes do you run?
Mini E and 51cc through 65, 85, Supermini, Schoolboy, Girls, Women, 250, Open, College Boy and the 25, 35 and 45 plus classes. The exact list for a given weekend depends on the series running.
Close To Decatur
Riders Also Come From
Hartselle, AL
Close to Decatur, and a morning drive from the park.
Athens, AL
Close to Decatur, and a day-trip drive from the park.
Madison, AL
Close to Decatur, and a morning drive from the park.
Moulton, AL
Close to Decatur, and a day-trip drive from the park.
Huntsville, AL
Close to Decatur, and a morning drive from the park.
Owens Cross Roads, AL
Close to Decatur, and a morning drive from the park.
Ready To Make The Drive?
Everything you need is a click away: dates, prices, rules and directions. Still not sure? Call the park before you leave Decatur and we will get you sorted.
