
About
Mapleshade-MX is a motocross track located at 5920 Matthews Run Road near Sugar Grove, PA. The track started in 1998 on the Lawson family farm by Doug and Sherry Lawson who run it to this day. We are a family friendly track that appeal to the total beginner and youth riders up to pro level MX riders. There are several pro riders that got their start on Mapleshade dirt. Our track layout is packed clay based with varying natural terrain including rolling flats, fast downhills and steep hill side sections. Mapleshade is both quad and bike friendly. We are looking forward to seeing you here throughout 2022.
Location
We are located in the community of Chandlers Valley Pennsylvania, between the towns of Sugar Grove and Youngsville. Our address is 5920 Matthews Run Road, Sugar Grove pa. 16350. Impossible to miss us dominating the hillside!
Camping
What is a MX track without camping? Our grounds can handle virtually unlimited camping options. We have no potable water or electric hookups. You must bring your own power and potable water. Rules are basic and simple. No large fires, keep your pet on a leash and pick up their poop.
Lodging
Lodging hotel options are limited so if you want a quiet room make reservations ahead of time. Here are our two affordable and close options.
Hampton Inn & Suites
3291 Market St Extension
Warren, PA 16365
814-723-2722
Days Inn
210 Ludlow St
Warren, PA, 16365
814-726-3000
Food
We have our Mapleshade cafe up on the hill. There you can get burgers, hot dogs, snacks, fresh pastries, drinks, the normal track food. I highly recommend Scott and Luans food while at the track. Its affordable, quick and you don't have to leave the grounds. Most race weekends they offer up a homemade dinner menu. But after a hard day of riding you may want meal and a beverage options. Here are a few that are within 10 minutes of the track.
The Bucket Cafe
small family owned bar and grill located downtown Sugar Grove, PA about 5 minutes from the track. You cannot come to Sugar Grove without a visit to the Bucket!
14 Main St
Sugar Grove, PA 16350
814-489-5001
Ribs N Bones
Country Bar and Grill that offer more than just Ribs. This place is fantastic and a goto after track day by locals and out of town riders. You just go there!
6452 Jackson Run Road
Warren, PA 16365
814-723-8205
Emergency
With hundreds if not thousands of people doing a risky sport... Stuff happens!
On race days we are required to have medical EMT personal along with a ambulance service on site before gate drops. They are stationed in the mid field at all times. Ambulances are parked up at the top of the track and are manned at all times. If you and or your loved one are transported by air or ground ambulance crew to a hospital they will tell you where you are going. If it is a minor emergency you will probably be transported to Warren General Hospital. Air will depend on injury. It is usually a Erie or Pittsburgh Hospital
Warren General Hospital
2 crescent Park
Warren, PA. 16365
1-814-723-3300
Allegheny Lucid
A note from Scott Elmquist, Photographer from Allegheny Lucid. Confession, its me writing this! I know I blew a few races last season. Life got.... complicated!! I am preparing to get your images listed this week from the end of the season last year. My apologies. With that said I will be there with a small photography crew taking pictures throughout the weekend. If you have any special requests please hit me up by the contact form here. Just give me your name, plate number and classes you plan on racing. Thank you and I am looking forward to shooting at you this MX season.
Sincerely
Scott Elmquist
Allegheny Lucid
814-688-8304