Track & Courses Facility Guide

Where2Play

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The latest edition in our growing Where2Play (W2P) series blazes a trail through some of the most dynamic and diverse competition spaces in the country. Where2Play: Tracks & Courses explores the venues powering track & field events, cross-country meets, BMX competitions, mountain biking races and more. Whether it’s an elite-level stadium, a wooded trail system or a purpose-built BMX course, this guide brings together destinations that go the distance for both athletes and organizers.

As with every edition of the W2P series, our goal is to simplify your event planning journey. Whether you’re hosting a high school invitational, a collegiate cross-country championship or a national cycling event, this guide is built to help you quickly locate the facilities best suited for your event’s needs. From synthetic tracks and certified cross-country routes to pump tracks and rugged terrain parks, these venues reflect a mix of innovation, accessibility and scenic appeal.

This new edition also offers a trio of features, exploring how world-class events are built from the ground up and why they matter. Whether it’s IRONMAN’s cutting-edge innovations in athlete care, Eugene’s deep-rooted identity as “TrackTown,” or the community-powered rise of BMX across America, these stories spotlight the planning, passion and people driving U.S. sports forward. Together, they offer a look inside not just how events are hosted, but how they shape athletes, energize cities and inspire the next generation.

Where2Play: Tracks & Courses celebrates the facilities shaping today’s competitions and tomorrow’s champions. We’re proud to help you discover them.

We hope you enjoy this new edition—and as always, happy planning!

Christopher D. Silbernagel – Associate Editor

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Track & Courses Facility Guide Features & Interviews

USA BMX

From Local Tracks to World Champs: How BMX Racing Builds Communities and Champions

Lined up at the starting gate, you hear the roar of the crowd growing louder and louder—a crescendo of claps, shouts and air horns building anticipation.

World Athletics Championships Oregon Hayward Field

Inside the Making of America’s Running Capital

Tracktown is the beating heart of track and field.

SPG Faces of Sports Tourism John Poole

Faces of Sports Tourism: John Poole

Inside IRONMAN: An Interview with John Poole on Race Strategy, Community Impact and Growth.

Facilities Featured in the W2P - Tracks & Courses

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Hamilton College

New Parks & Rec
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Fair Hill NRMA

New Stadium
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Truist Stadium at NC A&T State University

New Parks & Rec
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Kettering University

Stadium
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José Figueroa Freyre Stadium

New Sports Complex
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Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

New Arena
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Wilson Logistics Arena

New Recreation Center
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Vaughan Athletic Center

New Parks & Rec
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LaVern Gibson Championship Cross Country Course

New Sports Complex
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West Chester University

New Sports Complex
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Cyclone Sports Complex

New Parks & Rec
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North Little Rock Riverfront Park

New Parks & Rec
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Richfield County Park & BMX Track

New Parks & Rec
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Lizard Creek Mountain Bike Trails

New Stadium
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E.B. Cushing Stadium

New Sports Complex
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Reaves Sports Complex

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Explore our State-by-State Sports Planning Guides to discover top venues, local resources, and expert insights for hosting a successful tournament or competition. Whether you’re looking for world-class stadiums, multi-sport complexes, or hidden gems, our guides provide everything you need to plan with confidence. Select a state to get started!