Colorado spreads its karting across some spectacular geography. The Denver metro alone offers an airport-side circuit with a 4.9 rating, a big indoor electric venue in Littleton, and a drift kart spot in Lakewood. Head east of Colorado Springs and you’ll find a serious outdoor track on the plains, while the Western Slope has a speedway of its own along I-70 in Grand Junction. Estes Park adds a mountain-town classic that reviewers remember from their own childhoods. This guide covers seven tracks across the state, with honest notes on ratings, locations, and what each place does best, so you can match the drive to the racing you’re after.
Colorado Karting Circuit at Centennial Airport
Englewood (Denver south metro)
A 4.9 rating from 122 reviews makes this the highest-rated karting venue in Colorado, and the praise reads like it was written by people who race a lot. Colorado Karting Circuit sits on airport-adjacent land beside Centennial Airport on the south edge of the Denver metro, running gas karts outdoors at mile-high elevation where the thin air genuinely changes how the engines perform.
One visitor from Illinois called it significantly better than any track back home, pointing to the elevation changes and the variety of corner types. Qualify quickly enough in the standard rental fleet and you can step up to the faster Briggs karts, a progression that regulars describe as some of the most fun they’ve ever had.
This is easily one of the best karting facilities in the country. Well run with a predictable schedule and friendly staff. The arrive and drive karts are a lot of fun.
Grand Junction Motor Speedway
Grand Junction (Western Slope)
The Western Slope’s karting anchor sits on the I-70 frontage road in Grand Junction, holding a 4.7 rating across 449 reviews. Distance from the Front Range works in its favor here; one reviewer mentions having the track entirely to themselves during a daytime visit, a luxury Denver drivers rarely get.
Group events are a big part of the appeal. One parent described a two-hour, ten-person birthday package that ran about $1,200 and came with trophies for the top three finishers. A few visitors note it can be a bit pricey, though the same reviews tend to add that the upkeep justifies the cost. Staff earn consistent credit for looking after younger racers.
SBR Motorsports Park
Calhan (east of Colorado Springs)
Drive out onto the plains east of Colorado Springs and you’ll reach SBR Motorsports Park in Calhan, rated 4.7 across 173 reviews. One visitor called it by far the best place to kart in the Colorado Springs and Denver area, and plenty of others echo that enthusiasm.
Lee, the owner, comes up in review after review. His safety briefing gets compared to what you’d hear at an SCCA track event, and guests describe him doing everything possible to accommodate groups. The rental karts run quick, and while one beginner found the surface a little rough in spots, several regulars rate the karts and track ten times better than any indoor spot they’ve tried.
BEST karting experience ever and we have been to them all, indoor and outdoor. Lee knows the sport and prepares you for a safe and exciting race.
IMI Motorsports Complex
Dacono (north of Denver)
North of Denver in Dacono, IMI Motorsports Complex has built a 4.6 rating from 951 reviews, one of the largest review counts in the state. It’s a full motorsports property rather than a single kart circuit; visitors mention drifting events, competitive racing, and a dirt bike track alongside the karting.
The karts themselves get real respect. One driver called them some of the best he’d driven, with the caveat that you’re expected to handle the pace yourself. Reviews describe the owner as stern but deeply knowledgeable, someone who wants his karts and his time respected, and families note the staff will point you toward lessons for kids who catch the racing bug.
Estes Park Ride-A-Kart
Estes Park
Ride-A-Kart on Big Thompson Avenue is the family classic of Colorado karting, sitting at the gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park with a 4.6 rating across 766 reviews. Several reviewers grew up racing here and now bring their own kids, which tells you plenty about how the place holds up.
The fleet has moved to modern electric karts, noticeably quieter than the machines you’ll hear elsewhere. Bumper boats and other amusement rides round out the property, and posted session prices run from about $10 up to $32. Recent visitors report that even in the summer tourist rush, the kart line moves along without much of a wait.
Stopped by after visiting RMNP. Got my grandson a go kart ticket then I thought, why let him have all the fun, so I got myself a ticket and joined him. I’m 58 years old and I had a blast on the go karts! It is a lot like Mario kart!
K1 Speed Littleton
Littleton (Denver south metro)
With 2,396 reviews, K1 Speed Littleton is easily the most-reviewed track in Colorado, holding a steady 4.4 rating at high volume. The indoor electric format becomes the obvious choice when Front Range weather turns, and one reviewer noted that prices and crowds both tick up during the cold months for exactly that reason.
Race operations draw specific praise. A visitor who karts all over the country said the flag crew here was the best he’d seen anywhere, and that track workers were on a wreck immediately, checking for injuries. League nights cater to drivers wanting structured competition, and listed session packages sit around $90 to $115, so treat it as a premium option.
Crazy Kart
Lakewood (Denver west metro)
Crazy Kart on West Colfax Avenue in Lakewood is the small, scrappy entry on this list, an indoor electric drift kart spot holding a 4.0 rating from just 10 reviews. Fans describe quick, sideways-sliding karts on a lively little circuit, well suited to a casual outing with friends or kids on the west side.
Fair warning before you head over: with so few reviews the picture is mixed, and a couple of visitors reported trouble confirming opening hours or felt the service fell short. There’s no official website listed either, so treat this one as a spontaneous stop rather than a planned destination, and confirm current hours if you can.
The electric drift karts are fast and so much fun to drive! The track is exciting, the staff is friendly, and everything is well-organized. Perfect for a fun outing with friends or family.
Choosing Your Colorado Track
Serious drivers should start with Colorado Karting Circuit, then work through SBR and IMI as the outdoor season allows. Families get the easiest wins at Estes Park in summer or K1 Speed Littleton once the weather closes in. If you’re staying near the city, browse the Denver area tracks to find whatever sits closest, and the full list of Colorado go-kart tracks covers the rest of the state, Western Slope included. Call ahead for hours, especially at the smaller venues.
