Nestled in the forest of Southern Maryland, Budds Creek Motocross is a legendary, world-class motocross track. It is a favorite among riders and fans alike, as it offers both great racing lines for the riders and a layout that is ideal for spectators. The Budds Creek track sits in a valley, so viewing is outstanding from many locations around the facility. Its natural terrain and scenic beauty have provided a backdrop for legendary races throughout the years, including the 1999 250cc U.S. Grand Prix in which Kevin Windham beat all of the world championship riders, including ten-time champion Stefan Everts.
On the international stage, Budds Creek hosted the 2007 Motocross of Nations, where a U.S. team made up of Ricky Carmichael, Tim Ferry, and Ryan Villopoto put in one of the most dominant performances in the history of the event, with Villopoto becoming the first rider in the history of the event to win both of his motos on a 125cc/250F machine.
Since 1989, Budds Creek has hosted a Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship event every year, whether it be a 125cc/500cc National, a 125cc/250cc National, or, in the current form, a 250cc/450cc National. It always promises some of the best races of the season.
When not hosting top-level national and international events, Budds Creek also hosts numerous amateur motocross races
"I was a racer in 1973 when a track near my family's property in Maryland opened up," Beasley says of his family's start at motocross promotion, more than 35 years ago. "It was in Hollywood, Maryland. It was run by a group of naval officers. Sadly, the track closed down in late 1973 due to zoning issues. Shortly thereafter, my family got together with the naval officers and opened up a new facility on our land." That track is known today as Budds Creek.
"The naval officers managed the track for three years and helped teach my family how to run a track," Beasley says. "Eventually, in 1979, the family business was handed over to me and I began running the facility."
Beasley is celebrating his 31st anniversary of producing motocross events in 2010 and his track's 21st anniversary of hosting a Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross event.
2009 AMA Motocross Winners
450 class: Chad Reed (Rockstar Makita Suzuki)250 class: Jake Weimer (Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki)
Track Address:
Budds Creek Motocross
27963 Budds Creek Rd.
Mechanicsville, MD 20659
301-475-2000
www.buddscreek.com
Amenities
- Open Air Festival Seating
- Infield Track Viewing
- Covered VIP Viewing Areas with live PA feed, live timing and scoring, live race footage, private restrooms, and catering
- Large interactive Sponsor Village
- State-of-the-art sound system
- Event Simulcast on FM Radio
- Food and Soft Drink Concessions
- Free & VIP paid Onsite Parking
- Easy entry/Exit
- Onsite Camping
Additional Info
- No Pets National Weekend
- No bicycles
Directions
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From Pittsburgh, PA and points north:
Take I-79 south to Exit 1 (Mount Morris). Go east 3 miles to the gate
From Morgantown, WV and points south:
Take I-79 north to PA Exit 1 (Mount Morris). Go east 3 miles to the gate.
From Hagerstown, MD and points east: Take I-70 west to I-68 west. Take I-68 west to I-79 north to PA Exit 1 (Mount Morris). Go east 3 miles to the gate.
Fast Pass-Alternate route from Morgantown: Take I-79 north to exit 155 (Star City/WVU exit). Follow Route 19 north for about 5.5 miles to Route 100. Turn right onto Route 100 and follow for 3.1 miles. Left onto Taylortown Rd at Walnut Lane Bar-2 miles to the gate.
Exit Directions
Truck Route To I-79::Right out of Gate. Straight on Taylortown Rd. 2 mi. to Rt. 100 at Walnut Lane Bar. Right onto Rt. 100 3.1 miles to US 19.
For Morgantown and points south, go left on US 19 south
For Mount Morris and points north, go right on US 19 north
To I-79:
Right out of Gate onto Taylortown Rd. 100 Yds. Right onto Bald Hill Church Rd. 3 miles to I-79.
Where To Stay:
- Quality Inn - 304-599-1680 - I-79 S, Exit 155 Best Western - 304-599-5399 - I-79 S, Exit 155 Hampton Inn - 304-599-1200 - I-79 Exit 155 Econo-Lodge - 304-296-8774 - I-79 S, Exit 152 Comfort Inn - 304-296-9364 - I-79 S to I-68 E, Exit 1 Ramada Inn - 304-296-3431 - I-79 S to I-68 E, Exit 1 Waterfront Place - 304-296-1700 - I-79 S to I-68 E, Exit 1 Hotel Morgan - 304-292-8200 - I-79 S to I-68 E, Exit 1
