The Track in Destin is the go-kart park on Highway 98 that every kid spots from the car window. It has been there since May 1989, and it packs five go-kart tracks, thrill rides, two mini golf courses, a row of kiddie rides and an arcade into one stop. Unlike the water park down the road, it keeps going after summer ends.
Nothing here is included with a single ticket. You load points onto a card and spend them ride by ride. Once you know how many points each ride costs, it is easy to budget, so we have laid it all out below.
Quick answer
- What it is: The Track is a family fun park with go-karts, rides, mini golf and Fat Daddy’s Arcade at 1125 Highway 98 East.
- How you pay: Points at $1 each. A 60-point card is $55 online, and rides run 6 to 27 points.
- Don’t miss: Wild Woody, the go-kart track that climbs three and a half stories and drops back down.
- Little kids: Kids Country has a carousel, Ferris wheel, tea cups and planes for the 3-foot crowd.
- Hours: As of November 2026, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. Closed Thanksgiving Day.
- Pair it with: Big Kahuna’s just down the highway in summer.
How the point cards work
The Track uses Tap and Play point cards. Each point is worth $1, and every ride, track and round of mini golf costs a set number of points. You tap the card at the ride entrance. The arcade uses the same card. If you have an older card from a past visit, trade it in at a cashier for a new Tap and Play card, since the old ones no longer work on everything.
You can also add the card to your phone’s mobile wallet and reload points there. Buying a bundle online is cheaper than buying single points.
The Track Destin prices
Prices below are from The Track’s Destin page as of November 2026. They can change, so check before you go.
| Point card | Regular price | Online sale price |
|---|---|---|
| 60 points | $60 | $55 |
| 125 points | $125 | $110 |
| 250 points | $250 | $215 |
| Single point | $1 | $1 |
Here is what each attraction costs in points, plus the posted rider rules.
| Attraction | Points | Rider rules |
|---|---|---|
| Wild Woody go-karts | 14 | Single driver 4’6″; double-kart driver 16+ with ID |
| Slick Track | 14 | Driver 5’0″ |
| Family Track | 10 | Same as Wild Woody |
| Rookie Track | 7 | Driver 4’0″ |
| SkyFlyer | 27 per person | 4’2″ minimum; up to 3 flyers |
| Hurricane 360 | 13 | Age 9+; 4’5″ to 6’4″ |
| Spinning Coaster | 10 | 3’2″ with an adult; 4’0″ alone |
| Blaster Boats | 10 | Driver 3’8″; passenger 3’4″ with an adult |
| Bumper Cars | 10 | Driver 4’0″; passenger 3’6″ with an adult |
| Mini golf (18 holes) | 13 | Ages 5 and under free with an adult |
| Carousel, Ferris wheel, tea cups | 6 each | See posted heights; one parent rides the carousel free |
A quick budget example: two Wild Woody laps and a round of mini golf for one kid is 41 points. A 60-point card covers that plus a Blaster Boats ride with points left for the arcade. For two or three kids, the 125-point card is the better deal.
Go-kart tracks
The Track’s Destin park has five go-kart tracks, and the height rules decide which ones your kids can drive.
- Wild Woody: The headliner. Karts drive up three and a half stories and circle back down with a drop at the bottom. Solo drivers need to be 4’6″.
- Family Track: A classic figure-eight with an overpass, and a few points cheaper than Wild Woody.
- Slick Track: A short track with a slippery surface that lets karts slide around the turns. Drivers must be 5 feet tall, so this is mostly for teens and adults.
- Rookie Track: A contained track for drivers 4 feet and up who are not tall enough for the big tracks yet.
- Kiddie Karts: For riders 3 to 4 feet tall. Marked temporarily closed as of November 2026.
Too short to drive? On Wild Woody and the Family Track, kids at least 3 years old and between 3’0″ and 4’6″ can ride free as a passenger in a double kart. The driver has to be 16 or older with ID. That is how most families with a 5-year-old and a teenager make it work.
Thrill rides and bumper rides
The SkyFlyer is the big one. Up to three riders zip into harnessed suits and swing like skydivers. At 27 points per person it is the priciest ride in the park, so many families save it for last. The Hurricane 360 spins, swings and flips riders who are at least 9 years old. The Spinning Coaster is the gentler thrill, and kids as short as 3’2″ can ride with an adult.
Blaster Boats are bumper boats with water cannons. Expect to get wet, which is a feature in July and a reason to bring a towel in November. Bumper cars round out the list.
Kids Country, mini golf and the arcade
Kids Country is the little-kid corner: a carousel (one parent rides free with a child), Ferris wheel, tea cups and Red Baron planes. Kids 3 feet tall can ride the tea cups and planes alone; the Ferris wheel solo minimum is 3’6″. The Swings and Baja Buggies were marked temporarily closed as of November 2026.
The Track has two 18-hole mini golf courses, the Island and the Mountain, with tunnels, waterfalls and jungle animals. Kids 5 and under play free with an adult, which makes it the cheapest outing in the park for families with preschoolers.
Fat Daddy’s Arcade has more than 50 games that pay out e-tickets for prizes. It is under a roof, so it is your backup if an afternoon storm rolls through. The same company also runs a separate, larger Fat Daddy’s Arcade elsewhere in Destin with more than 100 games.
For more putt-putt and arcade options around the coast, see our mini golf and arcades guide.
Tips for a better visit
- Buy points online. The 60, 125 and 250-point bundles save $5, $15 and $35.
- Measure your kids first. Height rules are firm, and knowing who can drive saves a meltdown at the gate.
- Go in the off-season. Summer evenings are busy. Fall and spring weekdays are calmer. Check off-season hours first, since they are shorter.
- Bring ID for double karts. Drivers taking a young passenger must show they are 16 or older.
- Dress for the karts. Wear clothes and shoes that are easy to move in, and plan for a soaking on Blaster Boats.
- Check weight limits. Most rides post a weight limit as well as a height minimum. They are listed on The Track’s site.
Making a day of it in Destin
The Track sits on Highway 98 East, in the stretch of Destin along the Emerald Coast Parkway corridor. In summer, a common combo is a morning at Big Kahuna’s and an evening at The Track. Our Big Kahuna’s guide covers prices and the season. Off-season, pair The Track with a morning on the harbor, like the Crab Island Shuttle Boat and Adventure Tour (check winter departures first).
For a meal after, our best restaurants in Destin roundup flags the places where kids fit in. If the forecast turns, the rainy day guide has indoor ideas. Our Destin with kids guide sorts the whole town by age, and the Emerald Coast with kids guide covers the full coast. Heading to Fort Walton Beach? Our Gulfarium guide is the next stop. For everything else in town, start at the things to do in Destin guide or the Destin area guide.
Before you go
- Address: 1125 Highway 98 East, Destin. Phone 850-654-4668.
- Hours (as of November 2026): Sunday through Friday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thanksgiving week runs longer: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. November 21 to 25 and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. November 27 and 28. Closed Thanksgiving Day. Hours change with the season, so check before you go.
- Temporarily closed: Kiddie Karts, Swings and Baja Buggies, as of November 2026.
- Hurricane Isaias: We found no closure notices after the October 9 storm, and The Track’s site lists regular November hours. Confirm on the day if the weather is rough.
- Weather: Go-karts and outdoor rides depend on the weather. The arcade is your indoor fallback.
- Old cards: Swap older point cards for a new Tap and Play card at a cashier.
The Track Destin FAQ
How much does The Track in Destin cost? There is no admission fee. You buy points at $1 each, and rides cost 6 to 27 points. As of November 2026, a 60-point card was $55 online, 125 points was $110 and 250 points was $215.
How tall do you have to be to drive a go-kart at The Track? It depends on the track. Rookie Track drivers must be 4’0″, Wild Woody and Family Track solo drivers 4’6″, and Slick Track drivers 5’0″. Shorter kids 3’0″ to 4’6″ can ride as passengers in a double kart with a driver 16 or older.
Is The Track open in the off-season? Yes, it stays open after summer with shorter hours. As of November 2026 it was open daily from 11 a.m., closing at 6 p.m. most days and 8 p.m. on Saturdays, and closed on Thanksgiving Day. Check winter hours before you go.
What is the Wild Woody at The Track? Wild Woody is The Track’s signature go-kart track. Karts climb three and a half stories and circle back down with a drop at the bottom. It costs 14 points per ride.
Does The Track have mini golf? Yes. There are two 18-hole courses, the Island and the Mountain. A round costs 13 points, and kids 5 and under play free with an adult.
Is The Track good for toddlers? It works for kids about 3 and up. Kids Country has a carousel, Ferris wheel, tea cups and planes, and preschoolers can ride along in a double go-kart with a driver 16 or older.