Southern Oregon Karters is the place to go for outdoor karting in the Medford area. Located in Southern Oregon, it’s a dedicated outdoor track offering kart rentals for those new to the sport, along with racing leagues for more experienced drivers looking for competition. Expect a traditional outdoor karting experience with the wind in your hair and the roar of engines. This type of venue is a great option whether you want to try karting for the first time without the commitment of owning your own kart, or if you are a seasoned racer looking for a local league. Because it's outside, be sure to check the weather before you go and dress accordingly. If you're serious about improving your lap times, the racing leagues are probably the best way to get consistent track time and learn from other drivers.
Know Before You Go
- Open-track days
- Outdoor karting venues run open practice and arrive-and-drive sessions weekly. Pricing varies from $25 per session at rental tracks to $200+ per day for own-kart.
- Weather impact
- Outdoor karting closes for rain at most rental facilities. Sprint racing continues on wet tires for race weekends. Check forecast — sessions get bumped or refunded.
- Kart classes
- Look for rental karts (low-power 4-stroke), shifter karts (6-speed 125cc), TaG (touch-and-go ignition 100-125cc), and kid karts (50-60cc). Each class has its own day.
- Race series
- Most outdoor tracks host a club championship plus a regional or national series. Entry-level club racing is the cheap way to start — usually $50-150 per race day.