Hangtown Classic MX (Prairie City OHV) — Aerial imagery © Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics

Motocross

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In Rancho Cordova, California, Hangtown Classic MX (Prairie City OHV) welcomes motocross riders to its off-road dirt circuit. This venue hosts the AMA Pro Motocross Season Opener, including the famed Hangtown Classic, drawing top talent to its challenging layout of jumps and berms. Amateur racers also use the OHV Park, finding plenty of space to practice and compete.

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Know Before You Go

Open practice days: Most MX parks run open practice on weekends for $25-50. Sign in at the gate, sign a waiver, and ride your allotted moto groups (typically 30 min on, 30 off).
Required gear: Helmet (DOT or Snell M-rated), goggles, gloves, chest protector, knee/shin guards, boots, and a full-sleeve jersey. Most tracks won't let you ride without all of it.
Class structure: Tracks separate riders by bike size (50cc / 65cc / 85cc / 250cc / 450cc) and by skill (beginner / novice / intermediate / pro). Sessions rotate through the day.
Track conditions: Tracks get watered before sessions and groomed between motos. Soft loam in the morning hardens into ruts by afternoon — adjust suspension and tire pressure.