Go-Kart Tracks in Traverse City, MI
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Last updated: June 22, 2026
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Go-Karting in Traverse City at a Glance
- Total Tracks
- 2
- Indoor
- 1
- Outdoor
- 1
- Price Range
- $0 - $8
- Min Age
- 58+ years
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Go-Kart Tracks in Traverse City
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| Track | Type | Karts | Price | Min Age | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pirate's Cove Adventure Park | outdoor | gas | Driver: $8.50, Passenger: $0.95 | Must be 58 inches tall to drive go-carts; 40 inches tall to be a passenger. Passengers must ride with adult 18 years or older. | ★★★★☆ 4.6 |
| K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities | indoor | electric | — | — | ★★★★☆ 4.1 |
Looking for go-kart (go-cart) racing in Traverse City? You'll find 2 tracks to choose from, featuring indoor and outdoor racing with prices from $0 to $8. Explore all MI go-kart tracks (48 statewide).
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Fun Factoids About Traverse City Tracks
Pirate's Cove Adventure Park: One of the Blackbeard mini-golf courses features a hole inside an actual cave with a waterfall—a distinctive design element that makes it stand out from typical mini-golf experiences.
Pirate's Cove Adventure Park: Players consistently rank Pirate's Cove among Michigan's top mini-golf courses, comparable to the more famous Mackinac Island mini-golf venue.
K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities: Offers specialized racing formats like Drift Night, Glo Karting, and K1 on 1 Race Classes beyond standard go-kart experiences
K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities: Indoor facility allows year-round racing regardless of weather conditions, with a top kart speed of 45 mph
K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities: Electric go-karts provide maximum torque at all speeds with no stalling concerns, enabling consistent high-performance racing
K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities: Offers racing leagues for different age groups including Adult, Teen, and Junior divisions
K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities: Features 2 meeting rooms with A/V connections, making it suitable for corporate team building and event hosting
What Visitors Say About Go-Karting in Traverse City
- The Blackbeard mini golf course is the venue's standout attraction with creative, well-maintained holes including a cave with waterfall feature; reviewers consistently rank it among Michigan's best mini golf courses. — Pirate's Cove Adventure Park
- The venue offers two different 18-hole mini golf courses (Original and Challenge) suitable for all skill levels, making it versatile for families with mixed abilities. — Pirate's Cove Adventure Park
- Go-kart driving requires a minimum height of 58 inches, while passengers aged 40+ inches tall can ride with an adult (18+), making this venue accessible for families with younger children who don't meet driving requirements. — Pirate's Cove Adventure Park
- If booking a group party or event, confirm your reservation directly with management and arrive early to verify. One reviewer's 30-person birthday party was lost despite 10+ calls and 3+ messages left. — K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities
- The facility is praised for being very clean with attentive staff, making it a solid choice for families and couples looking for a well-maintained racing experience. — K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities
- Plan for higher pricing than typical go-kart venues, though reviewers felt the experience justified the cost for special occasions like birthdays and date nights. — K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities
While You're in Traverse City
Nearby attractions to make it a full day of adventure:
Attractions
- Pirate's Cove Adventure Park
- World's Largest Cherry Pie Pan
- Mission Point Lighthouse
- Hippie Tree