Rockingham Speedway

Rockingham Speedway (also known as The Rock) is a motorsport racing track in Rockingham, North Carolina. The D-shaped oval layout measures 1.017 miles (1.64 kilometers) and includes steeply banked turns alongside grandstands that seat tens of thousands of spectators.

The facility opened in 1965 as North Carolina Motor Speedway, with Curtis Turner claiming victory in the inaugural race. In 1969, the circuit received a major redesign that transformed it from a flat oval into a high-banked configuration, turning it into a serious challenge for drivers.

Local businessman L.G. DeWitt, a successful peach grower, played a crucial role in financing and supervising the construction of the speedway in Richmond County.

The racing facility offers several grandstand sections, concession stands, and parking areas for visitors. Alongside the main circuit, a smaller course called Little Rock operates for other racing events and activities.

The track surface shows a rough texture because local granite was mixed into the asphalt during construction. This surface quality changes how cars handle and makes the turns especially demanding under different weather conditions.