Find karting action from coastal centres to regional tracks across the North Coast.

On the North Coast of New South Wales, the go-karting scene offers a blend of thrilling public hire tracks and strong, family-oriented grassroots club racing. From the dense forest backdrops of the Coffs Coast to dedicated club circuits in Port Macquarie and Wingham, this coastal region provides fantastic racing opportunities for both holidaying tourists and dedicated owner-drivers.

The North Coast karting market is defined by its scenic outdoor hire facilities and community-focused club tracks.

1. The Tourist & Hire Hub (Coffs Harbour Area) For those looking for public "Arrive & Drive" karting, the area around Coffs Harbour is the main destination.

  • Raleigh International Raceway: Located just 15 minutes south of Coffs Harbour, this is a dedicated go-karting facility featuring a massive 1.1-kilometre forest track. It offers both single and double karts, making it a highly popular destination for families and tourists seeking high-speed thrills in a natural setting.

  • The Big Buzz Fun Park: This amusement park offers "Speed Karts" featuring high-tech alloyed wheels. While it is more of an amusement ride than a pure racing circuit, it is a fun option for younger drivers and casual family days out.

2. The Owner-Driver Club Scene (Mid North Coast) The region boasts several dedicated club tracks that cater to owner-drivers and professional racing events.

  • Port Macquarie Kart Racing Club (PMKRC): Operating at the Pacific Park International Kart Racing Circuit in Lake Innes, this club hosts everything from standard club days to State and National Championships. It is a premier track for serious racers in the region.

  • Manning Valley Kart Club (MVKC): Located in Wingham, this club prides itself on developing young motorsport talent and providing a facility that promotes family involvement. It is known for its welcoming community, where families often camp at the track for a weekend of grassroots racing.

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CEX Raceway Outdoor

CEX Raceway

Coffs Harbour, North Coast
Owner/driver

CEX Raceway is the physical karting venue associated with Coffs Harbour Kart Racing Club. Coffs Harbour Kart Racing Club is a current outdoor owner-driver club at CEX Raceway on Phil Hawthor...

Lismore Kart Club Outdoor

Lismore Kart Club circuit

North Lismore, North Coast
Owner/driver

Lismore Kart Club circuit is the physical karting venue associated with Lismore Kart Club. The listing name describes the club’s circuit; it is not a separately verified official circuit nam...

Manning Valley Kart Circuit Outdoor

Manning Valley Kart Circuit

Wingham, North Coast
Owner/driver

Manning Valley kart circuit at Wingham is the physical venue used by Manning Valley Kart Club. Published length figures conflict: older event material records 650 m, while Karting NSW’s June...

Pacific Parkway International Outdoor

Pacific Parkway International

Lake Innes, North Coast
Owner/driver

Pacific Parkway International is the physical karting venue associated with Port Macquarie Kart Racing Club. Port Macquarie Kart Racing Club is a current outdoor owner-driver club at Pacific...

Go karting in North Coast - FAQs

Common questions about go-karting on the North Coast of NSW.

If you are looking for public hire karts, Raleigh International Raceway (just 15 minutes south of Coffs Harbour) is the primary dedicated facility, offering a 1.1-kilometre outdoor track. The Big Buzz Fun Park also offers "Speed Karts" as part of its amusement park attractions.

Yes, Raleigh International Raceway provides both single and double karts, allowing younger children to experience the thrill of the forest track alongside an adult driver.

No, the tracks run by the Port Macquarie Kart Racing Club and the Manning Valley Kart Club are designed strictly for owner-drivers and club racing. They do not offer "arrive and drive" public rental karts.