The best go-kart tracks in Iowa
Ranked by the racers who actually strap in — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 9,857 reviews of Iowa tracks. Minimum 25 reviews to qualify, true go-kart tracks only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 K1 Speed Des Moines
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,261 reviews · Grimes, IA
Electric-powered go-karting for adults & children on an indoor track, plus small arcade & gift shop.
“Wow!!! What an experience of go karting here. Both adult and junior level go karts are available. Price totally justify the experience. You get ten laps for 1 race. Proper walkthro…” — Vracer
#2 Joe's Karting
4.4 ★★★★☆ 934 reviews · Council Bluffs, IA
Public go-kart facility for racing plus training courses for underage/unlicensed drivers.
“Great place! I reserved for a group race online and that went smooth. I called in advance to talk to the manager about the birthday girl we were celebrating due to her being specia…” — Irish
#3 Palmer's Family Fun
4.7 ★★★★★ 541 reviews · Waterloo, IA
Casual amusement center featuring go-karts, plus miniature golf and bouncy attractions.
“We had a great day at Palmer's Family Fun! This is a great place to bring kids. The staff is super friendly. Tons of different activities to do. Reasonably priced and a variety of …” — Cassie
#4 Slideways
4.6 ★★★★★ 355 reviews · Knoxville, IA
Go-kart track also providing an arcade, miniature golf and a bar.
“Such an awesome place for groups or families or even solo. Their food was great and the staff were fun and friendly. They have an incredible mini golf course, a huge arcade, and th…” — William
#5 Rock N Roll Dairy Bar & Raceway
4.5 ★★★★★ 274 reviews · Ottumwa, IA
“Traveling from Alaska, I had to have a tenderloin sandwich! Someone told this was the place to get it and I'm thankful for the advice. Great sandwich at a great price. Staff was fr…” — William
#6 Plessis Motor Speedway
4.5 ★★★★★ 56 reviews · Hartley, IA
Family-friendly outfit offering go-karting races for adults and kids on a 1/10-mile track.
“This is an awesome track to race!! We get to call this place our home track and we love it. The kids have a blast, always good racing and lots of fun. Here you will have great raci…” — Griffioen
#7 61 Kart Way LLC
4.7 ★★★★★ 47 reviews · Delmar, IA
Go-kart track featuring a driver-friendly course, plus welcoming owners.
“Great little track with extremely friendly staff. Run all day for $25 is REALLY hard to beat 👍 Fun track on a full size or mini supermoto” — Jeff