Flat Track
In Du Quoin, Illinois, the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds hosts motocross events, known for their off-road dirt circuits with jumps and berms. With 14 nearby tracks within 75 miles, this area is a hub for racing enthusiasts. For the latest schedule, consider calling (618) 542-1515. The venue features American Flat Track and USAC events, making it a notable destination.
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Watch: Du Quoin State Fairgrounds
Know Before You Go
- Event nights
- Flat-track ovals typically run Saturday-night programs through summer. Classes range from amateur to AFT-sanctioned national events. Expect $15-35 general admission.
- What you'll see
- Riders slide bikes sideways through corners with no front brake, using throttle and rear brake to steer. Modern AFT bikes hit 130+ mph on the straights of mile ovals.
- Bring
- Earplugs (open-piped V-twins are loud), a stadium chair for shorter venues, and binoculars for mile-long tracks where the far straight is a quarter-mile away.