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Area 51 Motocross
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Harloff Road, A51 Motocross, A51 MX |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This motocross park is normally open for practice on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 5pm to dusk, weather permitting. There is a huge main track, a large vet track plus an elaborate peewee track. There are also some woods trails that are open to riders during scheduled harescramble events.
Riding lessons are also available for all skill levels and ranges from private training to weekly courses for beginners.
The park has full amenities and overnight parking is permitted for RVs. Membership is not mandatory but perks include discounted practice fees and additional practice dates during the week.
This is a very active facility so be sure to call first for current schedule and rates.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | No | |
| Dates Open | Tuesday 5pm-dusk, Wednesday 5pm-dusk | |
| Spark Arrestor | No | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is not required but is always recommended. |
| Noise Limit | No | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | ||
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Certain Times | Tuesday 5pm-dark |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | fires must be contained in a fire ring |
| Night Riding | Yes | permitted during select events |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | vehicles must stay on trail |
| Alcohol | Some Areas | bottles prohibited |
| Rule Enforcement | Some | On-Site Office/Station |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 150 acres | |
| Miles Of Trail | 5 | |
| Climate Type | Urban/man-made | |
| Elevation | 875 to 900 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Unknown | |
| Loose Dirt |  Mostly | |
| Hard Pack |  Little | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | None | |
| Trees |  Some | |
| Steep Hills | None | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps |  Many | |
| Large Jumps | Some | |
| Berms |  All | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track |  Few | |
| Roads | None | |
| Rider Traffic | Some | |
| Shade | Some | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | None | |
| Hazards | None | |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails, MX Track |
| Land | Privately Owned / Commercial |
| Features | Public, Groomed, Lighted, Starting Gate |
| Max Engine Size | 100 cc Max |
| Min Engine Size | 50 cc Min |
| Comment | Dunlop Mini Cross Track |
| Features | Public, Groomed |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | 65 cc Min |
| Comment | ATV/Vet Track |
| Features | Public, Watered, Groomed, Starting Gate |
| Max Engine Size | No Maximum |
| Min Engine Size | No Minimum |
| Comment | Main Track |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (E) | Sunoco (585) 343-1569 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (W) | Flying J Travel Plaza (585) 599-4430 |
 Water | On Site | bike wash water available |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Lei-Ti Recreation Resort (585) 343-8600 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (W) | Flying J Travel Plaza (585) 599-4430 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Lei-Ti Recreation Resort (585) 343-8600 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (E) | Kwik Fill (585) 343-3929 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) no charge for spectators during practice, $10/person race days |
| Riding | Yes ($30.00 per rider) Intermediate Track - $25/rider; Main Track - $30/rider. Members pay $5. |
| Camping | (None) |
| Comment | Fee for specators during race events is $10 per adult and covers Saturday and Sunday's weekend pass, children under 7 accompanied by a parent is free. |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Excellent |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Batavia, NY | ||
| Address | 3323 Harloff Road, Batavia, NY 14020 | ||
| From: Amherst, NY
1) Take I-90 East to Exit 48A 2) Turn right (south) on SR. 77, continue .6 miles 3) Turn left (east) on SR-5., continue 8 miles 4) Turn left (north) on Kelsey Road, continue .8 miles 5) Turn left (west) on Harloff Road, continue about 1 mile 6) Track entrance is on the right (north). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Area 51 MX (585) 345-7433 |
| Comment | Track Hotline |
| Contact Info | Area 51 Motocross 3323 Harloff Road Batavia, NY 14020 (716) 553-6502 (716) 574-7433 chris@area51motocross.com corey@area51motocross.com www.area51motocross.com |
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Mature trees surround the track.
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The entire facility is well maintained.
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This is the Dunlop Mini Cross Track.
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A view of the long up hill sections of the track.
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The main entrance sign can be seen clearly from Harloff Road.
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There are some nice shaded picnic tables and benches located next to the main track.
Area 51 MX OHV Area Photo
Area 51 MX OHV Area Photo
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Another view of the Dunlop Mini Cross Track. The peewee riders will have a lot of fun here.
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