Great Lakes Ice Racing
When winter rolls in, the excitement of racing never freezes over for gearheads and racing enthusiasts. Instead, drivers start prepping their machines, adding screw-studded tires and getting ready to run on the ice. For locals and returning riders, ice season is something they look forward to all year.
Great Lakes Ice Racing in Gladstone, Michigan, delivers a winter motorsport experience unlike anything on dry pavement. The track is formed on a frozen stretch of river and each race day brings a new surface with its own personality. Racers rely on throttle control, consistent lines and the bite of their studded tires to hold speed through slick corners. Cars and motorcycles run in separate classes and the mix of styles keeps the racing fast and unpredictable. The youth race gives young drivers their own chance to compete.
Cold Track, Hot Racing Action!
Races take place during the coldest part of winter once the ice reaches a safe thickness for vehicles and spectators. Events often run on weekends and conditions change from week to week, which is part of the thrill. Fans show up ready to watch drivers chase grip, make clean passes and keep their machines hooked up on a surface that never stops challenging them.
Great Lakes Ice Racing is more than a series of heats and finals. It is a community built around winter, friendly competition and a shared love of motorsports. Drivers help each other in the pits, families hand out warm drinks and long-time spectators come back year after year. It is a welcoming scene where anyone can enjoy the noise, speed and close racing that defines the sport.
For more information and upcoming race dates, visit Great Lakes Ice Racing’s Facebook page.
Your Way to the Frozen Speedway
The racing track is just about five minutes west of Gladstone, MI. Head west on South Hill Road and follow its curves until you find a bridge. Look on both sides of the bridge and one side will have a large racing track on the river. If you can hear engines cranking and fans cheering, you’ve found the right spot!
Book Your Trip
Make the most of your winter visit by planning ahead. Book your stay early and give yourself time to enjoy the racing along with the food, shops and local experiences that make this area so inviting. Browse our restaurant and shopping listings and check the events calendar to see what is happening during your trip. You can also explore more things to do this winter to round out your visit. It is an easy way to turn a race day into a full weekend getaway.
