Located in York Haven, Pennsylvania, BAPS Motor Speedway is a classic 4/10-mile dirt oval that's been a staple of regional racing for years. Expect a full program of weekly events, primarily featuring sprint cars and late models – the bread and butter of dirt track racing in this part of Pennsylvania. You'll find concessions on site and camping is available, making it easy to make a night (or a weekend) of it. BAPS is a great choice for anyone looking for a genuine dirt track experience. Given its location in south-central Pennsylvania, you'll likely see a strong contingent of local and regional racers battling it out. The track is easily accessible from the surrounding towns, so it's a convenient option if you're in the area and want to catch some fast-paced, slide-slinging action. While amenities might be simpler than some larger venues, BAPS offers a solid dose of old-school dirt track excitement.
Know Before You Go
- Race nights
- Most short tracks run Friday or Saturday night events from April through October. Always check the season calendar — many venues take rain dates or holiday breaks.
- Ticket pricing
- General admission is typically $15-40 for adults, pit passes $50-100. Children are often free or half-price. Bigger sanctioned events (touring series) cost more.
- What's racing
- Local oval classes commonly include late models, modifieds, sprint cars, hobby stock, and street stock. Bigger ovals also host NASCAR Weekly Series feature races.
- Bring earplugs
- Open-exhaust race cars push 130-145 dB at the fence — well above the threshold for hearing damage. Bring foam plugs or over-ear protection for kids.
- Schedule rhythm
- Race nights follow a consistent flow: hot laps and qualifying, heat races, then feature events. Plan for a 4-5 hour evening from gates open to checkered flag.