I miss when the days when this track was Sears Point and my dad was racing his Shelby, but its still fun to come out for the races a few times a season. The multi-turn track has great views at turn 2 if you like cars spinning out and crashing. Turns 7 and 9 on the opposite side usually have discounted tickets for seating during the NASCAR race, and aren't terrible spots either. We moved around a lot during the Indy car races this weekend. Mostly in search of some shade.
The track allows you to bring in your own food and drinks (alcohol is allowed, but no glass bottles!) If you forget food, there are lots of options: typical track food like hot dogs and garlic fries, but also some healthier options like gluten free chips and sandwiches or taco salads. I like the selection of food and its all pretty good. Drinks are also typical prices: $7 for a domestic beer, $4 for a bottle of water. Since there aren't a lot of drinking fountains around (or any?) and its mostly unshaded seating, $4 is crazy in my opinion. I had my waterbottle with me and refilled it a couple of times in the bathroom sink.
Parking is free for a lot of events (but can be as much as $10). A shuttle picks up and drops off from the furthest lots, and the closer lots aren't a bad walk. They are dirt though so don't wash your car before race weekend - we were surprised to see a McLaren parked by us in the dirt lot, when you can pay for preferred parking. Lots of security around (CHP Explorers were in force this weekend!) - keeping you safe and directing traffic.
The track is a lot of fun if you enjoy watching car racing and checking out cars and sometimes new car products. Bring sunscreen and a hat on the warm days. 79 degrees can feel like a hundred!
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