Thrill Zone at The Track - Destin
Rating
Family of 4
Activities individually priced.
Duration
1-2 hours
Best Ages
Best for ages 5-17
About
Thrill Zone at The Track is the amusement ride component of Destin's popular The Track family entertainment complex on US-98 East. The go-kart facility here features multi-level tracks that give older kids and teens a genuine racing experience, and it connects seamlessly to the adjacent mini golf and Fat Daddy's Arcade, making this spot a full entertainment complex rather than a single attraction.
The go-kart tracks at The Track are among the better ones on the Emerald Coast, with elevated sections and turns that keep the experience exciting. Older kids can drive solo once they meet the height requirements, while younger kids can ride along with an adult driver on appropriate tracks.
One important planning note: the facility closes at 5PM every day. This is earlier than most comparable attractions and catches visitors off guard. Make sure you're arriving with enough time for the activities your family wants to do — arriving at 4PM expecting a 3-hour visit won't work. Plan for morning or early afternoon arrivals.
The complex's real strength is that multiple attractions are within walking distance of each other. Gator Beach is adjacent (free admission), Fat Daddy's Arcade is connected, and the mini golf course rounds out a full afternoon of entertainment without moving your car. For families in the Destin area who want a concentrated block of activities in one location, The Track complex is an efficient use of time.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Limited
Nursing / Changing
Not Available
Kid Meals
Available
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Late morning to early afternoon; limited 5PM closing time
Wait Times
10-20 min for go-karts in peak season
Nearby Food
Fat Daddy's Arcade at The Track has food. Destin Commons with extensive dining is a short drive east on Emerald Coast Pkwy.
Why Kids Love It
Thrill Zone at The Track is where Destin kids come for go-kart racing action. The multi-level go-kart track gives older kids and teens a genuine thrill. The complex also connects to mini golf and arcade games, so families can stay in one spot and rotate through multiple activities without moving the car.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Note the early 5PM closing time — plan your visit to maximize a morning or early afternoon session
- The Track complex is adjacent to Gator Beach — combine both for a full attraction day
- Go-karts have height and age minimums — check funatthetrack.com before bringing younger kids
- Multiple attractions in one complex — budget time for go-karts plus the adjacent mini golf
- Parking is shared with the complex — free
What to Bring
- Cash or credit for individually priced activities
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunscreen for outdoor waiting areas
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
Activities individually priced.
Go-karts ~$10-15/ride, mini golf ~$10/person.
Family of 4 budget: $60-100 for 2-3 activities.
Note: closes at 5PM daily.
Tips to Save
- The Track complex includes mini golf and Fat Daddy's Arcade as separate but adjacent attractions — bundle visits to multiple areas.
- Closes at 5PM every day — don't arrive late expecting a full session.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 12-5PM
- Monday
- 12-5PM
- Sunday
- 11AM-5PM
- Tuesday
- 12-5PM
- Saturday
- 11AM-5PM
- Thursday
- 12-5PM
- Wednesday
- 12-5PM