California Speedway
Distance: 2.0 miles
Maximum banking: 14 degrees
Front and backstretch: 3100 feet and 2500 feet
Grandstand seating: 92,000
California Speedway, located about 40 miles east of Los Angeles, is a relative newcomer to the racing scene, having opened its gates in 1997. Though NASCAR events use the two-mile tri-oval, the facility also features an infield road course as well as a drag strip, allowing the track to be used for numerous types of racing events.
Past NASCAR races hosted include the California 500 Presented by NAPA, the NAPA Auto Parts 500, and the Pop Secret 500. Run in 2006 were the Auto Club 500 and Sony HD 500.
California Speedway Visitor Information
California Speedway contact information: California Speedway. 9330 Cherry Ave., Fontana, CA (92335). Phone 909/429-5000. www.californiaspeedway.com.
California Speedway security: Hard-sided coolers or containers, backpacks, alcohol, ice, aluminum cans, glass, and pets are prohibited. One soft-sided container is permitted, with a size limit of 6 x 6 x 12 inches. You’re also allowed one clear plastic bag, no larger than 18 x 18 x 4 inches, for souvenirs. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed in the grandstands. Other prohibited items include strollers, umbrellas, wagons, in-line skates, bicycles, scooters, and skateboards.
California Speedway parking: There are more than 30,000 free spots, and shuttles run to and from outlying areas where parking is also available. Arrive early to beat the traffic.
 The California Speedway has many usable tracks, including an infield road course and drag strip. |
California Speedway first aid: First-aid centers are located at Gates 10, 12,
and 14; there are also two centers located underneath the grandstand -- one in the
east and one in the west. A full-service care center, staffed with doctors, is
located in the infield.
California Speedway concessions: Concession stands are scattered throughout the
facility: four are at ground level, at the entrance of the grandstands; the
terrace area has six. The infield has smaller “portable” stands, and the Pit
Row Café is at the infield in the RV area. There are plenty of restroom options
throughout the speedway, but take advantage of shorter lines at restrooms next
to Gates 10, 12, 14, and 16.
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