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Highlands Motorsport Park
FIA Grade 3 circuit & motorsport museum, Cromwell
Venue type
Circuit
Track length
4.1 km Full Circuit (22 corners); shorter A/B/C configurations from 1.09-1.5 km
Corners
22
Direction
Clockwise
Region
South Island
Getting there
Directions & Parking
Highlands has only a small permanent grandstand — most spectators spread out around the circuit's grass banks and viewing mounds. Competitors use the Cemetery Road gate; general spectators enter via Sandflat Road.
What to bring
Gate Entry & Tips
National Motorsport Museum entry is $30 adult / $20 senior / $10 child / $60 family (under-6s free) — booking an experience gets you half-price museum entry the same day. Track-side event days and the Festival of Speed are separately ticketed. Confirm current pricing from Highlands Motorsport Park.
Staying nearby
Camping & Accommodation
No on-site campground or motorhome parking. Cromwell township (5-10 minutes) has motels and holiday parks, with more options in Wanaka (30 minutes) and Queenstown (45 minutes).
For racers
Facilities & Pit Access
National Motorsport Museum, go-kart track, mini-golf, licensed café, small permanent grandstand, sculpture park, motorsport-themed playground
Everything you need to find the track, get hold of the organisers, or plan your visit.
Address
Corner SH6 and Sandflat Road, Cromwell 9384
Owner / Operator
Tony Quinn
Contact
info@highlands.co.nz
Website
https://www.highlands.co.nz
Frequently Asked Questions
Got a question about racing or spectating here? Get in touch with NZShift at hello@nzshift.co.nz
How much does it cost to visit Highlands Motorsport Park?
General museum entry is $30 for adults, $20 for seniors, $10 for children, or $60 for a family pass (under-6s free) — confirm current pricing at highlands.co.nz/highlands-museum. Track-side event days and the Festival of Speed are separately ticketed; check the specific event listing for race-day pricing.
How far is Highlands from Queenstown?
About 45 minutes' drive via Frankton and Cromwell on SH6, or via the scenic Crown Range route. Wanaka is roughly 30 minutes away.
How long is the Highlands circuit?
The Full Circuit is 4.1km with 22 corners; shorter A, B and C configurations (1.09-1.5km) are used for club and driver-training days.
Is there camping at Highlands Motorsport Park?
No on-site camping or motorhome parking — most visitors stay in nearby Cromwell, Wanaka or Queenstown for a race weekend.
Coming up events at this venue
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