Youth Motocross in the Midwest: Kid-Friendly Tracks by State (2026)

Getting your kid into motocross is one of the best decisions a moto family can make — but finding the right track for a young beginner takes some homework. This guide covers every track in the Midwest we've confirmed as youth-friendly or having a dedicated kids/peewee track.

What to Look For in a Youth-Friendly Track

Dedicated peewee or kids track — separate from the main track, built for 50cc–65cc bikes
Safe, low-pressure jumps — no massive gap jumps or blind doubles in the kids area
Welcoming atmosphere — staff who are patient with first-timers and their families
Spectator area — parents should be able to watch easily
Restrooms and basic facilities

Kid-Friendly Tracks by State

Missouri

Adrenaline Motorplex (Adrian) — 816-589-0903
Finger Lakes State Park (Columbia) — 573-443-5315
Midwest Extreme Park (Drexel) — 816-974-8818
Roc Solid MX ((Benton County))
Soggy Bottom MX Park (Sparta)

Illinois

Joliet Motorsports Park (Wilmington (Will County near Chicago)) — 815-476-7433
Fox Valley Off Road (Ottawa (LaSalle County N Illinois)) — 815-431-9913
Williams Hill Pass OHV (Harrisburg (Saline County S Illinois)) — 618-252-6978

Getting Started: What Your Kid Needs

For ages 4–6 (50cc bikes): - Properly fitting helmet (youth sizes run small — measure carefully) - Full protective gear: chest protector, gloves, boots, goggles, pants/jersey - A peewee-specific track — never put a 50cc on a full-size MX track

For ages 7–12 (65cc–85cc): - Same gear requirements - Start on the kids track, progress to the main track when the rider is ready — not when the parent is ready

Coaching resources: - Roc Solid MX (Warsaw, MO) — technique workshops for all ages - 4-State Moto Complex (Neosho, MO) — year-round training schools - Adrenaline Motorplex (Adrian, MO) — training camps

Youth Racing Series in the Midwest

Most regional series offer classes starting at 50cc Peewee. The Missouri State MX Series, Iowa Moto Series, and Heartland MX Championship all include youth classes. Check the series Facebook pages for age/class breakdowns.

Browse youth-friendly tracks at our full track database