Last updated: January 24, 2026

Go Kart World

The go-kart track in Carson, CA

🌳 Outdoor👨‍👩‍👧 Family Friendly🏆 Competitive🤝 Corporate/Group

★★★★☆ 4.1 (1459 reviews)

🌳 Outdoor⛽ Gas Karts🏁 High Speed🎂 Party Packages🏅 League Racing♿ Accessible

21830 Recreation Rd, Carson, CA 90745

📞 (310) 834-3700

🌐 www.gokartworld.com

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About Go Kart World

timed races with live race results and leaderboard tracking. Go Kart World is an intentional throwback to 1980s-style go-karting—think vintage claw machines and old-school racing carts—making it one of the few places in the LA area where you can experience authentic retro karting rather than modern facilities. Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,459 visitors.

Quick Facts

Track Type: outdoor
Kart Type: gas
Top Speed: 42 mph
Min Age: all ages
Height Req: ❌ Call for details
Pricing: ❌ Call for details

💡 Did You Know?

⭐ Go Kart World is an intentional throwback to 1980s-style go-karting—think vintage claw machines and old-school racing carts—making it one of the few places in the LA area where you can experience authentic retro karting rather than modern facilities.
⭐ Unlike most casual kart venues, Go Kart World has a live race timing and leaderboard system across its three different adult tracks, so you get real-time competitive feedback and can see exactly how you ranked against other drivers.
⭐ Fair warning from visitors: the venue requires an on-site driving test, multiple waivers, and scans of your physical driver's license before issuing a local license to access the best karts—a process that can take up to an hour and significantly cuts into ride time.

Features & Services

Children
Teen & Adult Parties
Group Outings
Corporate Team Building

💬 What Visitors Say

⚠️ Plan for a lengthy check-in process: expect to sign waivers at multiple locations, take an on-site driving test, and have your physical driver's license scanned before receiving a local license to drive the good go-karts. This can take up to an hour.
⏰ Visit late afternoon or early evening as the venue gets very hot in late morning and afternoon; consider arriving about an hour before closing for a quieter, less crowded experience with your family.
⭐ This is an authentic 1980s-style go-kart venue with multiple tracks (including a Drifting Track and Formula One-style track), kiddie carts for children, and arcade games, offering a nostalgic old-school experience with well-maintained equipment.