A natural terrain motorsport park in Lakeville, Connecticut Lime Rock is one of the oldest continuously running racetracks in the US and has played host to IMSA, the Trans-Am series and of course, Hooked on Driving!
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Lime Rock is 1.5 miles long with 7 turns, which former F1 driver Sam Posey once referred to as a "scenic bullring with elevation." Posey had a hand in some of the track's modifications as well. Within a 3-hour drive of the Boston and NYC metro areas, this beautiful track offers a unique park-like setting alongside heart-skipping curves. Lime Rock is a challenging and rewarding circuit as a driver - and a spectator alike!
Originally opened in 1957, Lime Rock Park has a rich history of American racing, including the 1959 Formula Libre Race. This fabled race was sanctioned by USAC, but permitted drivers to race in whatever they wanted, resulting in a delightful mix of cars and adventurous drivers. Read Chris Economaki's personal account of that day on July 25, 1959 here.
Lime Rock Park has also hosted many other famous racing events, including multiple Trans Am races and SCCA Nationals. A succinct yet exhilarating course, drivers love to recount the speed and challenge they experienced at Lime Rock, especially anyone whose car lifted while racing down that big hill into the diving turn.
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