Ironman Raceway
Ironman Raceway at a glance
- Location
- Crawfordsville, Indiana
- Type
- motocross
- Length
- 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
- Turns
- 16
- Surface
- clay
- Opened
- 2014
- Owner
- Shaver family (with MX Sports)
- Address
- 1389 W 200 S
- Website
- ironmanraceway.com
Track map and layout
Ironman's Pro Track is a 1.3-mile, 16-turn clay circuit cut into rolling west-central Indiana terrain, built specifically for professional motocross after the property had already established itself as a premier GNCC off-road venue. The layout is known for having some of the biggest and steepest jump combinations on the Pro Motocross calendar, headlined by Godzilla, a massive uphill jump, along with named features like the Lucas Oil Launch and Hoosier Hole. A separate 1.1-mile, 15-turn Amateur Track shares the property. Because Ironman traditionally closes out the Pro Motocross season, the clay surface is often deep and rutted by the time the pros arrive in late summer, adding to the track's demanding reputation.
Named corners and sections
- Godzilla. A massive uphill jump considered one of the biggest single obstacles on the Pro Motocross circuit.
- Lucas Oil Launch. A named jump section on the Pro Track.
- Hoosier Hole. A named terrain feature on the Pro Track.
Configurations
| Layout | Length | Used for |
|---|---|---|
| Pro Track | 1.3 mi | 16 turns, clay surface, used for the Ironman National |
| Amateur Track | 1.1 mi | 15 turns, clay surface |
Events and race weekends
Ironman Raceway hosts the Ironman National, traditionally the final round of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship each summer, making it a season-deciding venue. The property, built by the Shaver family around their long-running Ironman GNCC off-road race, also hosts a round of the GNCC Racing Series and an ATV Motocross National Championship round, and it staged the 2025 Motocross of Nations, bringing international teams to Crawfordsville.
| Event | Series | When | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ironman National | AMA Pro Motocross Championship | August | Traditionally the season-finale round |
| Ironman GNCC | GNCC Racing | October | Off-road race that predates the motocross track |
Getting there and parking
Ironman Raceway sits in rural west-central Indiana near Crawfordsville, roughly 45 minutes northwest of Indianapolis, whose international airport is the practical fly-in option for out-of-town visitors.
- Indianapolis International Airport (IND) · about 50 min drive
Purchase camping tickets separately from race admission; RV site sizes are restricted (commonly 20x70 ft or 30 ft spots) and there are no RV hookups on site, though generators are permitted.
Hotels and camping near Ironman Raceway
Because Ironman is rural, many fans camp on-site for National weekend rather than commute; those who prefer a hotel typically base themselves in Crawfordsville or drive in from the greater Indianapolis area.
Where to look
Crawfordsville, Indiana, is the nearest town; Indianapolis, about 45-50 minutes away, offers a much wider range of hotels.
Camping
A large flat field on the property is used for general camping and pitting during the Ironman National.
RV
RV camping is available but restricted by site size (commonly 20x70 ft or up to 30 ft spots); no hookups are provided, though generator use is allowed.
Track days, driving experiences and lap records
Ironman is primarily a race and event venue built around GNCC off-road racing and the Pro Motocross National rather than a public pay-to-ride motocross park; any open riding or practice access is arranged around the facility's event calendar rather than offered as a standing public track-day program.
Spectator guide
Ironman's rolling, hilly property gives spectators natural elevated viewing across much of the Pro Track, especially around the big jump sections like Godzilla. As a late-summer, often season-finale round, race day can be hot with limited natural shade in the main viewing areas, so most fans bring their own canopies and chairs.
Seating
General-admission hillside and trackside viewing predominate; ticket tiers such as the Holeshot Club add a private viewing area.
Best places to watch
Hillside vantage points near the Godzilla jump and other big obstacles give the clearest view of the track's signature terrain.
Weather
- Aug: hot and humid Midwest summer conditions, highs typically in the mid-80s°F
History of Ironman Raceway
From GNCC venue to Pro Motocross host
The Shaver family began hosting Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) off-road races on their Crawfordsville, Indiana, property in the mid-1990s after connecting with GNCC promoter Dave Coombs. The event was named 'Ironman' in honor of two-time GNCC champion Bob Sloan, an Indiana native who died in 1994, and the Ironman GNCC grew into one of the series' signature rounds over the following two decades.
Building the motocross track
Riding the success of the GNCC event, the Shaver family broke ground on a dedicated professional motocross facility in 2012, and Ironman Raceway held its first Lucas Oil Pro Motocross round on August 16, 2014, with Ken Roczen taking the premier-class main event win on a KTM. The Pro Track was built as a demanding 1.3-mile, 16-turn clay layout with some of the biggest jump combinations on the circuit, including the now-famous Godzilla uphill jump, quickly earning a reputation as one of the toughest, most physically punishing rounds on the calendar.
Present day
Since joining the schedule, Ironman has frequently served as the closing round of the Pro Motocross season, giving it outsized importance in deciding championships in both the 250 and 450 classes. The venue's stature was underlined further when it hosted the 2025 Motocross of Nations, bringing international teams and a global spotlight to the Crawfordsville facility. Today Ironman Raceway continues to host GNCC off-road racing, an ATV Motocross National round, and the Pro Motocross National on the same rural Indiana property that started as a single cross-country event in the 1990s.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Ironman Raceway Pro Track?+
The Pro Track is 1.3 miles (2.1 km) long with 16 turns on a clay surface; a separate 1.1-mile, 15-turn Amateur Track also sits on the property.
Where is Ironman Raceway located?+
At 1389 W 200 S in Crawfordsville, Indiana, roughly 45-50 minutes northwest of Indianapolis.
What is the Godzilla jump at Ironman?+
Godzilla is a massive uphill jump on the Pro Track and one of the most talked-about single obstacles on the Pro Motocross circuit.
Is the Ironman National the last round of Pro Motocross?+
It has frequently served as the season-finale round of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, though the exact schedule position can vary by year.
Can you camp at Ironman Raceway?+
Yes, a large flat field on the property is used for general and RV camping during National weekend, though there are no hookups and RV site sizes are restricted; camping tickets are purchased separately from admission.
Has Ironman Raceway hosted the Motocross of Nations?+
Yes, Ironman Raceway hosted the FIM Motocross of Nations in 2025.
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Facts checked against 5 sources including the official circuit website. Last reviewed 2026-09-09.