Mopar Express Lane NHRA Nationals

Maple Grove Raceway provides two different areas for RV camping. Neither of them has hookups, but they do have plenty of fun and great views of the track. Each paid camping ticket usually includes a reserved spot from Thursday to Sunday evening and two general admission tickets and armbands. Parkside RV Court is also available, which is across from Gate Four. These spots can accommodate rigs up to 50 feet in length.

If your rig is too big for the track campgrounds, there are several within walking distance to Maple Grove. Just across the street, you can find one that has plenty of spots with some amenities like restrooms, water, and pull-throughs. Several other places nearby offer full hookups, playgrounds for the kids, and shower houses. If you like roughing it, there are others where you can enjoy primitive settings.

For those with mobility challenges, Maple Grove Raceway provides a shuttle service for free. They also rent scooters if needed. Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome. Bring some comfortable shoes as feet are a primary mode of transportation.

Jeans and t-shirts with a favorite driver’s name are what you will mostly see around the track. It will be warm but not hot, so depending on your preference, you may want to wear shorts while others may be wearing jackets. Those who live in warm climates tend to feel cold in eastern states like Pennsylvania, so bring a variety of clothing to add to your comfort.

You can bring a cooler big enough for a non-alcoholic six-pack. All alcohol must be purchased inside the gates. You are also welcome to bring a small backpack that meets track regulations to carry miscellaneous items like a camera, phone, cosmetics, etc. No glass bottles, fireworks, drones, or anything else that is on the no-no list, which you can find online.

While fans often attend Mopar Express Lane NHRA Nationals for the sound of the engines, you may still want to pack some earplugs. Ear protection for kids is often easier to manage with over-the-ear styles. It will probably be sunny and warm while you are at the track so bring some sunscreen and sunglasses to protect your skin and eyes. Wear a hat with your favorite driver or merchandiser to protect your face. Didn’t bring one? You’ll find plenty of vendors with hats of all kinds.

If you are camping at Maple Grove Raceway, you will need to bring a camp stove or BBQ grill if you want to cook outside. The park does not provide utility hookups, a grill, or tables. If you are staying somewhere else, make sure you check with the campground for more details. Luckily, there are plenty of stores in Reading to pick up those forgotten items.

If you like pub food, you’re in luck because Reading has several of them just a short drive away where you can get seafood, steaks, and burgers. You’ll also find some downhome family restaurants, Asian cuisine, pizza places, and Mexican food. Or you can just hit the drive-thru at one of the fast-food places in town if you’re in a hurry to get back to the track.

This track is packed with vendors who have some delicious food and drinks. Nitro Grill, Johnny’s Pizza, Bricken’s Famous French Fries, J.P.s Concessions, which sells ice cream and funnel cake, and two different hot pretzel vendors have offered fans a treat at the track in recent years. You can also find many different merchandise vendors showing off their wares, as well.