Indoor
Go karting in Arizona
Challenge your friends at the best tracks Arizona has to offer.
Arizona’s desert climate allows for a unique mix of racing environments. The state is famous for hosting the only full-time indoor/outdoor track in the country, allowing drivers to transition from air-conditioned comfort to the desert heat in a single lap. For purists, the region also boasts high-performance outdoor circuits that serve as training grounds for professional race car drivers.
The crown jewel of Arizona karting is Octane Raceway in Scottsdale. This facility is unique in the United States because its 1/3-mile track runs both indoors and outdoors. Drivers navigate an air-conditioned indoor section before blasting through an open garage door onto the outdoor tarmac, then diving back inside. It runs a fleet of high-speed electric karts capable of 45mph, making it a "must-do" for any motorsport fan visiting the Phoenix area.
In Tucson, Musselman Honda Circuit offers a more traditional, high-grip experience. This is a fully functional outdoor track that hosts everything from drift events to Supermoto. For kart renters, they offer tiered options: purely recreational "slick track" karts for sliding fun, and high-performance 4-stroke gas karts for serious lapping on the main circuit.
For those seeking professional-grade training, Radford Racing School (formerly Bondurant) in Chandler offers a premium outdoor karting experience. Their track runs Honda GT 270cc gas karts capable of 50mph, designed to teach car control and racing lines on a dedicated competition layout.
Family Options:
- Pecan Lake Entertainment (Queen Creek): A newer outdoor venue featuring electric karts, a ropes course, and mini-golf.
- K1 Speed Phoenix: The reliable choice for indoor electric racing, offering consistent grip and climate control..
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5 kart tracks
Indoor
Outdoor
Indoor & outdoor
Indoor
Outdoor
Indoor
K1 Speed Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona
Outdoor
Phoenix Kart Racing Association
Glendale, Arizona
Indoor & outdoor
Octane Raceway
Scottsdale, Arizona
Indoor
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Chandler
Chandler, Arizona
Outdoor
Musselman Honda Circuit
Tucson, Arizona
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Go karting in Arizona - FAQs
Common questions about karting in Arizona.
No. CrackerJax in Scottsdale has permanently closed and the site is being redeveloped. For karting in that area, Octane Raceway is the premier alternative.
Yes, but it is hot. Octane Raceway is ideal because half the lap is air-conditioned. Fully outdoor tracks like Musselman and Radford typically run sessions, but early mornings or evening events are preferred during the peak heat.
Junior drivers must be at least 4'6" (54 inches) tall to race. Adults must be at least 16 years old with a valid ID to race the adult speed karts.