The BMX track at Elings Park is closed temporarily due to a personnel change. Check back here for practice dates TBD and other updates. Thank you for your patience.
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BMX at Elings Park
Bicycle Motocross (BMX) got its start in Southern California in the early 1980s and Santa Barbara’s first track was at the Earl Warren Showgrounds. It moved to Elings Park in 1996 – that’s more than 25 years of riding!
The main track is 960 feet long and features a racing gate for up to 8 riders. Two pump tracks, at 145 feet and 315 feet, are available for smaller riders until they’re ready for the big hills.
Elings’ track is sanctioned by USA BMX. Access to the track is currently available ONLY to USA BMX members. NO EBIKES allowed on the track at any time.
Due to safety and staffing issues, no drop-ins are allowed.
USA BMX Memberships Are Required
Elings Park’s BMX track is available to USA BMX members and only on specific days and hours for organized activities.
Become a USA BMX member today!
Annual Full Membership: $80
Memberships for Toddlers (on balance bikes): $40*
Available only online
* Can be upgraded to full membership within six months
Become a Volunteer BMX Coach
Love bikes, fresh air, and making a difference in your community?
Elings Park is looking for Volunteer Coaches to support BMX youth riders on the track.
Whether you’re a lifelong rider or just someone who enjoys encouraging kids to be active and confident, this is your chance to inspire the next generation of riders!
What will you do?
- Help teach BMX beginners balance, safety, and confidence
- Foster a positive, family-friendly environment
- Assist with basic track prep and organization
- Encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun!
What’s required?
Just bring your high energy, reliability, and passion for helping others.
We need three to four volunteers for the new team. Commitment is 4 to 8 hours per week. Training and support are available.
Call (805) 569-5611 ext. 102 or email jbart@elingspark.org.
To Ride at Elings Park BMX
Riders must bring proof of USA BMX membership.
Riders younger than 18 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Full-face helmets are recommended for all riders, but are required for those aged 8 and under.
Closed-toe shoes are required for all riders.
Bring Your Bike
Bikes made specifically for BMX are rugged yet lightweight, quick-handling, and dirt-ready with knobby tires and a strong rear brake. They can be ridden around town, on short off-road rides, and in full-on dirt-track BMX racing.
On your bike, make sure all bolts are tight – especially the axle and stem bolt. Freestyle-type axle pegs, reflectors, brackets, and kickstands must be removed for safety.
No e-bikes or mountain bikes are allowed at the BMX track.
BMX Birthday Parties
BMX-lovin’ kids aged 13 and under can hop on their saddles and strap on their helmets for the sickest birthday party ever – at the Elings Park track.
- Saturdays only, 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. for three-hours
- Up to 15 riders allowed
- One-day trial USA BMX membership link is provided at the time of reservation
- Riders must also sign a waiver before entering the track
- $400 per party (parking is free for organizer and guests)
Email Denise at Dsouza@elingspark.org to make a reservation and for more information.
Camp Elings: BMX
Summer brings eight weeks of BMX Camp for boys and girls ages 5 to 12. It’s popular – and fills up quickly. We hope to see you in 2026!
Find Out More
BMX Jargon
Brush up on your BMX lingo to sound like a pro at the track.
- Holeshot: A rider takes the lead out of the starting gate and into the first turn.
- Can Can: A rider in the air takes a foot off the pedal and crosses it over the top tube.
- Tail whip: A rider rotates the bicycle frame in the air while holding on to the handlebars.
- Nothing: A rider in the air takes their hands and their feet off the bike at the same time.
- Toboggan: A rider points the front of the bike straight down, leans back, grabs the seat with one hand while turning the handlebars 90 degrees with the other hand.
- Manual: A rider rides a wheelie without pedaling.
- Flat-land: A rider jumps too far on a jump and overshoots the landing area, landing instead on flat ground.
- Endo: When a bike’s front wheel is stopped, and the rider falls over the handlebars.
Support the Park
Elings Park is not operated by the city or county. We depend on user fees and public donations to maintain and improve the park. You can help.
