Motocross
★★★★☆
In Rancho Cordova, California, Hangtown MX offers thrilling motocross action. The Pro Motocross and AMA National events held here are part of the excitement. With 12 nearby tracks within 75 miles, the area is a haven for racing enthusiasts. Call (800) 426-4869 for the current schedule of Spectator Events.
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Watch: Hangtown MX (Prairie City OHV)
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.