FIRESTONE GRAND PRIX OF MONTEREY
at WEATHERTECH* RACEWAY AT LAGUNA SECA

September 17-19, 2021

Round #15 of the 2021 NTT INDYCAR SERIES Season

GENERAL INFO – The NTT INDYCAR SERIES returns to the historic race track in Laguna Seca, located on California’s beautiful central coast. Sometimes referred to as Monterey, this permanent road course is about 10 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean. The track was built 64 years ago and is now owned as a park (open year-around) by the County of Monterey and enjoys spectacular views with many elevation changes.

Take some time to walk this course, but be prepared for the significant elevation changes throughout, so you will get a workout. Travel light and remain portable. Make sure to dress comfortably, especially with comfortable walking shoes. Be prepared for weather changes, as the weather can quickly change from foggy & chilly mornings, to scorching heat, back to crisp, windy and/or wet conditions. You can have a little of everything in a single day. Bring sunscreen, hat, camera and binoculars. Complimentary golf cart shuttles are available on site to assist in your mobility, so be sure to inquire at a guest relations station if you so choose a ride.

Whether or not the venue is busy with track activity, the public park is open year around. You’ll find many different groups of motorsports enthusiasts using the track, such as racing schools, various car clubs, motorcycles and SCCA regional racing events. Camping and hiking experiences are also offered.

The NTT INDYCAR SERIES conducted a day of Spring Testing at the track on February 8. The test was reduced to 5 hours before rain cancelled the rest of track activity.

SPECIFIC LOCATION – 1021 Monterey Salinas Hwy, Salinas, CA 93908. Pacific Time Zone.

TRACK CONFIGURATION – Permanent road course, 2.238 miles, 11 turns.

PREFERRED AIRPORT – Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), 5 miles; San Jose International (SJC), 75 miles; Oakland International Airport (OAK), 106 miles; San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 107 miles; Sacramento International Airport (SMF), 109 miles. Unless flying into Monterey, this will be a fly-and-drive destination event.

PARKING –  Preferred parking is available for purchase in the Lakebed. General parking is free in all general parking lots. Call 1-831-242-8200 to purchase and reserve.

CREDENTIALS –  Credentials can be picked up at the Embassy Suites, 1441 Canyon Del Rey, Seaside, CA 93955. Follow signs to the credential area once inside the hotel lobby.

ENTRY POINTS – There are three entrances to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. Our preferred method would be the to use the South Boundary Road entrance, as it should be open to all in-bound and out-bound traffic. The Main Entrance from Highway 68 is usually very busy, so only use it if you must. There is a third entrance on Barloy Canyon Road that many do not know about, so if you want to be sneaky and get in without too much hassle, this might be a great “insider” opportunity.

TICKET INFO – A variety of ticket offers are available from single day to weekend admission. Paddock club offers are also available along with grandstand tickets, paddock passes and general admission tickets. Consult the website at weathertechraceway.com for further information or call 1-813-242-8200. ADA accommodations are available for parking and seating. All grandstands are non-reserved, first come, first served. Arrive early to claim your choice of seating. Will call is located at the Embassy Suites, 1441 Canyon Del Rey, Seaside, CA 93955 on the main floor and follow signage in the lobby.

PROHIBITED ITEMS – No drones or glass bottles. No cooler size limits. Motorcycle riders and all-terrain vehicle operators must wear an approved helmet. Bicycles, mountain bikes are allowed on paved roads. Motorized vehicles, bicycles, roller blades or skateboards are not allowed in the Marketplace. No pets in spectator areas, service dogs with documentation welcome. Pets are allowed in the campgrounds, but all must stay on a leash. No fireworks, freestanding scaffolding or structures permitted in the camping areas. All marked fire lanes must always be kept clear. Only licensed vehicles may be operated on perimeter roads.

CAMPING – General, RV and tent camping is available in 6 different locations. Open camping is in an unimproved field, no spaces are marked. This is based on a first come, first served basis. A general admission ticket for everyone in the party is required and sold separately from the camping permit. Camping permits can be reserved and purchased early, cut off 5 days prior to any event. After that, you arrive at your own risk, may or may not be space available.

Dumping of grey water onto the ground is prohibited. A central disposal station is available, located at the top of A Road. During major motorsports events, the dump station is closed until Sunday evening. Ask a camping host for mobile disposal services for purchase. Some campsites have water and electricity. Call 1-813-242-8282 for clarification, reservations and purchase. Campfires are allowed, bring your own firewood or purchase at the campground. All fires must be completely extinguished before leaving the campground site.

QUESTIONS? – weathertechraceway.com

COVID INFORMATION AND SAFETY PROTOCOLS

Make a copy of your COVID-19 vaccination card and bring it with you. Please bring a mask or face covering into the facility.

Keep in mind that neither INDYCAR nor the track promoters have control over the Center for Disease Control or state and local regulations. Regulations are changing daily in many areas as the virus is still active. Safety to all fans and competitors is first and foremost. Read signs and follow instructions!

Although forgettable for many, 2020 will be remembered for no fans in attendance for spectator sports worldwide. INDYCAR sets the standard as the premier entertainment series in auto racing and we are racing full-time, full-schedule with fans in the stands!