Desert Thunder Raceway stands as a top-tier racing venue, offering a world-class 1/8-mile concrete dragstrip that provides an exciting challenge for racers of all levels. With a smooth and fast track surface, the dragstrip is designed to deliver high-speed action and competitive races. The track is complemented by a 1/4-mile shutdown area, ensuring a safe deceleration space for all participants, along with a well-constructed right-side return road that facilitates easy exit and entry for race cars.

Situated at an elevation of 2,870 feet, DTR offers a unique racing experience that combines high-speed performance with stunning desert landscapes. The track’s location ensures that racers enjoy an atmosphere that is both challenging and exhilarating, with the added benefit of breathtaking views surrounding the venue.

Our facilities are designed to accommodate up to 350 race cars, ensuring that large events and races can be managed efficiently and safely. Whether you’re participating as a racer or attending as a spectator, DTR has ample space to support a variety of motorsport events.

For the comfort of our visitors, we offer grandstands that provide excellent viewing for fans, along with tailgate parking areas where attendees can enjoy the event from the comfort of their own vehicles. We also have conveniently located concessions and restrooms on both sides of the dragstrip, ensuring that all guests have access to essential amenities throughout their visit.

In collaboration with CBS7, we are pleased to offer free general-admission parking at all events. This ensures that attendees can enjoy their visit without the hassle of parking fees, making it easier than ever to attend events.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the constant work and dedication put forth by our staff. We pride ourselves on maintaining our speed plant in top-notch condition, ensuring that every race is held on a safe, well-maintained track. This attention to detail has earned DTR a reputation as one of the best-managed raceways in the region.

For those who want to stay up-to-date with all the latest news and updates, we encourage you to sign up for our new email/text DTR SpeedNews service. By subscribing, you’ll be one of the first to know if anything changes right before an event, ensuring that you’re always in the loop and ready for the action. Whether it’s a schedule update, weather-related change, or any other important information, you’ll receive timely notifications to keep you informed.

DTR is not just a place to race; it’s a community that brings together motorsport enthusiasts, drivers, and fans for an unforgettable experience. Join us for an exciting day of high-speed thrills and enjoy all that DTR has to offer!

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