ABOUT US
Built in 1958, our historic kart racing track has been a cornerstone of motorsports in Bakersfield for generations. The first race took place in 1959, when the facility was originally founded as the Bakersfield Kart Club by its original owner. Today, the track is proudly operated as Bakersfield Kart Raceway under the ownership of Rusty Sanders, who began his own racing career right here in the 1960s. Rusty established BKR in 2007, with the first official race under the new club held in 2008. For more than 19 years, Bakersfield Kart Raceway has continued the tradition of providing a home for racers of all ages and skill levels. Our legendary 1/2-mile road course has hosted countless competitors and helped launch the careers of many well-known names in the racing world. Come experience the history, speed, and excitement that make Bakersfield Kart Raceway truly one of a kind.
