• Alaska Raceway Park, Butte

Alaska Raceway Park is a Palmer, Alaska, motorsports park conducting races from Mother's Day to Labor Day. It is located near Butte, the Knik River, and Knik Glacier at Mile 10.4 of the Old Glenn Highway, about 41.5 miles northeast of Anchorage, Alaska. Nearby, the 6,398-foot Pioneer Peak looms over the finish line, providing a scenic racing venue recognized worldwide among race fans. ARP sits 63 feet above sea level, offering excellent air pressure for racing. The 1/4-mile drag strip was opened in 1964; in 2016, ARP opened a 1/3-mile asphalt oval track. For 2023, the Track Classes are Top Eliminator, Super Pro, Pro ET, Motorcycle, and MTA Jr. Dragster on the drag strip. On our asphalt oval, you'll enjoy GCI Late Model, Pruhs Construction Thunder Stock, Bomber Stock, Baby Grand, Legend, and Bandolero, with Drivers, Crew, and our Spectators coming from across Alaska (and visitors from around the world) on race weekends. Emphasizing family and community spirit, ARP hosts multi-generation racing families and fans for food, fun, fast cars, and long weekends of quality time in a breathtaking Alaska setting and great racing action!