The Richmond International Raceway hosts two NASCAR Sprint Cup races and two NASCAR Nationwide Series races each year. The 0.75-mile racetrack has become a fan favorite over the years. Its biggest races are a 400-mile event held in May, and another 400-mile event held in September. The race in September is the final race before the Chase for the Championship commences. Some fans who attend this race prefer traveling with their campers, motorhomes and RVs to enjoy camping with NASCAR racing.
Reserved Lots
The Richmond International Raceway has reserved and unreserved camping lots. There is typically a lengthy waiting list to reserve a place on the campgrounds. You can check availability by visiting the Richmond International Raceway official website.
Unreserved Lots
The unreserved camping lot at Richmond International Raceway is Lot J, also known as Meadowbridge Park. Guests may enter on a first-come first-served basis. The admission fee is $60 for one-day and $80 for two days. Meadowbridge Park Lot J campground does not provide utilities or showers, but it does have portable restrooms.
Things to Know
Meadowbridge Park Lot J opens at 7:00 a.m. on Friday and Saturday mornings. You can check in from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. The track charges a set fee for water and waste pumping on the campground. Motorized vehicles such as ATVs or golf carts are not permitted on the campgrounds; tents and campfires are not allowed. The Richmond International Raceway official website provides a list of the track's rules.
Renting RVs and Motorhomes
Some race fans may have the desire to camp during race weekend, however, they lack a camper or RV. McGeorge's Rolling Hills RV Supercenter offers RV rental for camping during Richmond International Raceway's two race weekends. The price to rent varies depending on the size of the RV, motorhome or camper. Rentals require a $400 deposit, a minimum of three nights and renters must be older than 25.
Off-site camping
There are several campgrounds within a short distance from the race track. Kosmo Village and Americamps are about 10 miles from the Richmond International Raceway. Other nearby campgrounds includes the Hidden Acres KOA, Cozy Acres Campground, and King's Dominion Campground.
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