Motocross Racing Near Pelham, AL

For riders around Pelham, Alabama, the run to McLarty MX Park is a day-trip drive. What you get at the end of it is Alabama red clay cut with wood shavings - traction where most tracks give you none.

66
Miles Direct From Pelham
Head North
Direction Of Travel
2
Prepped Tracks
Shelby County
Your Area

Straight-line distance. The map further down shows the real driving route and time from Pelham.

Sandy loam track surface at McLarty MX Park near Pelham
The Surface

Why The Dirt Is Worth The Drive

The mix is red clay and wood shavings, and the ratio is ours. What it buys you is a track that still has berms and lines late in the day rather than one worn groove and a cloud of dust.

More about the track

On The Gate

A Track For Every Skill Level

This is not an experts-only track. Beginner classes like Youth D exist for a reason, and the layout is forgiving enough for a kid learning while still being big enough for A riders to hold it open.

Two Separate Tracks

Both tracks were rebuilt and upgraded in 2022, and both get worked on between every event.

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.

See every race class

Before You Come

Before You Load Up

The single most important thing: check the schedule before you drive. We open on announced dates only, and if weather moves something we post it at the top of every page on this site.

  • SEP 5 SAT

    Makeup Race

    Saturday, September 5, 2026 Gates open at 7:00 AM

  • SEP 6 SUN

    SHA Series Race

    Sunday, September 6, 2026 Gates open at 7:00 AM

  • OCT 3 SAT

    SHA Series Race

    Saturday, October 3, 2026 Gates open at 7:00 AM

Directions

The Drive From Pelham

A normal ride-day drive from Pelham. Leave early enough to sign in without rushing and you will get a full day of laps out of it.

Set your GPS to 4015 County Highway 35, Horton, AL 35980 and it will bring you straight to the gate. From Pelham you are heading generally north.

Pelham, AL

Questions From Pelham Riders

How far is McLarty MX Park from Pelham, AL?

The park is at 4015 County Highway 35 in Horton, Alabama, roughly 66 miles south of Pelham 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 Pelham.

Is there a motocross track near Pelham?

McLarty MX Park is the one most Pelham riders end up at. It is an easy day trip away in Horton, with two prepped sandy loam tracks and announced race and practice days.

Are pit bikes allowed?

No. Pit bike riding is not permitted anywhere on the property. That rule gets enforced.

Can spectators see the whole track?

Just about. The track sits in an open field, so from most spots in the pits you can see around seventy percent of the layout.

Can I camp at the track?

Yes. Camping is welcome with no ground fires anywhere on the property. Front row RV spots with power and water hookups can be reserved by text.

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.

Your Next Ride Day Starts Here

Take a look at the schedule, then come see us. Anybody in Pelham with a question about classes, camping or gate prices can call the park directly.