RV Rentals at U.S. Cellular 250 - NASCAR Xfinity Series

Newton, Iowa

Aug 01 2020 - Aug 01 2020

*The U.S. Cellular 250 Race ran every summer between 2009-2019.

The U.S. Cellular 250 is a NASCAR Xfinity Series race that has been raced at the Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa, every summer since 2009 either in late July or early August. U.S. Cellular has been the sponsor every year and has paired with different presenting companies along the way. The race is 250 laps and 218.75 miles. The Xfinity Series is the more amateur level of NASCAR but features both racers from the NASCAR Cup and the Xfinity series. The races use a three-round format that is similar to the NASCAR Cup brackets. After each of the first two rounds, the four drivers with the fewest overall season points are eliminated from Chase competition. The final Championship 4 race begins with the last four drivers still in contention receiving 4,000 points as a reset. The racer with the highest points in this final race wins the NXS title.

Iowa Speedway is known as The Fastest Short Track on the Planet and is a 7/8-mile state-of-the-art tri-oval track that is paved with asphalt. Besides hosting other events, the racetrack holds three race weekends over the summer that include pairings of the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series Iowa 200 and NASCAR Xfinity Series Iowa 250, the ARCA Menards Series Iowa 150 and NTT IndyCar Series Iowa 300, and the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Iowa 150 and NASCAR Xfinity Series U.S. Cellular 250.

This exciting racing season concludes with the doubleheader of the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Iowa 150 and the NASCAR Xfinity Series U.S. Cellular 250. The U.S. Cellular 250 usually airs on CNBC, MRN, and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90. The races attract some of the best NASCAR drivers and their attendant fans, and there are always new and upcoming drivers to see as well. The atmosphere at the Iowa Speedway is part of the fun, with great food, friendly fan competitions, and new acquaintances all contributing to an outstanding weekend of entertainment.

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

Starting in 2017, Iowa Speedway is partnering with Americrown Service Corporation, a leader in major motor sports concessions. Americrown is providing new food and beverage items, including two signature food items, pork fries, and Iowa dogs. Pork fries are crispy fried pig ears that are served with hot sauce and a side of ranch, and Iowa dogs are all-beef hot dogs with meat, corn relish, and blue cheese crumbles on a roll. There are also signature drinks, like the Trading Paint, Gas N' Go, Carburit, and the Blood Orange Breeze. The 7/8 Wheat is a craft beer, provided by the Iowa-based Peace Tree Brewing Co.

There are also fun oversized games that are available periodically during the racing season events. These games include such fun competitions like pool played with your feet on a giant pool table, giant checkers, and oversized corn hole. When offered, these games are free to race-day ticket holders.

LOCATION

The NASCAR Xfinity Series U.S. Cellular 250 is held every year at the Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa.

3333 Rusty Wallace Drive

Newton, IA 50208

RVING AT THE EVENT

The Iowa Speedway offers RV and tent camping options at their facility, which is a great way to stay in the thick of it all while staying in either a rental RV from RVshare or your own motorhome. There are two campground options: Terrace Camping and General Camping. The Terrace Camping site offers full hookups, and the General Camping site is dry camping. Camping is available all year and is offered long term seasonally. You can reserve your sites online or by calling the ticket office at (866) 787-8946. Tent camping is located inside the General Camping campground and is on a first-come, first-served basis. For race weekends and for longer periods, sites must be reserved prior to race days.

If you prefer to stay at alternative RV parks, there are many RV parks and campgrounds all around the Newton and Des Moines areas. These sites are close to all the action at the racetrack and offer many amenities for your further travels on the road.

Newton/Des Moines East KOA - The Newton/Des Moines East KOA is right next to all the action of the Xfinity races. It is a medium-sized campground that features a fishing pond stocked with bluegill, catfish, and bass. The convenient Kamp Store has firewood, ice, and groceries. There is a playground, a bounce pad, a sandbox, a nature trail, and a horseshoe pit. Visitors will appreciate the free breakfast on Saturdays, the free Wi-Fi, and available propane. The RV back-in or pull-through sites have full hookups. Pets are allowed but with some breed restrictions.

Griff’s Valley View RV Park & Campground - This large RV park is located in Altoona, Iowa. You can count on getting peace and quiet at night because of the enforced "quiet curfew" of 10:00 p.m. This pretty park has a decorative pond with fountains and is next door to Griffison Farm, which is owned by the same owners of the RV park. Park visitors get their pick of the fresh produce directly from the farm. There are 142 back-in or pull-through full-hookup RV sites. There is a playground, laundry, and free Wi-Fi. Pets are allowed.

Sleepy Hollow RV Park & Campground - Your family will enjoy staying at Sleepy Hollow. The park is situated on the banks of a private lake with a swimming area and beach, and there are seasonal activities offered at the camp. In the fall, there are hayrides. There is a GaGa ball pit, a basketball court, a walking trail around the lake, and a camp store. There are 105 back-in and pull-through full-hookup RV sites with 30 or 50 amps. Amenities include a laundry, free Wi-Fi, and available propane. Pets are allowed.

Kellogg RV Park - This RV park is small, but it has many nice features. There is a convenience store on-site with a gas station, and the restaurant, Iowa's Best Burger Café, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There are 38 back-in or pull-through full-hookup RV sites with 30 or 50 amps. Laundry facilities are available, along with free Wi-Fi. Pets are allowed.

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WHERE TO STAY

The Iowa Speedway racetrack offers two camping parks for both RVs and tent camping. There are also many parks and campgrounds, both public and private, all around the Des Moines and Newton areas. If you are desirous of more formal lodging, the Catch Des Moines hotel website offers information on local hotels.

HOW TO GET THERE

When approaching on Interstate 80, take exit 168. Take the Iowa Speedway Drive and turn south. Iowa Speedway staff will direct you to the appropriate parking lot. Traffic is not allowed to turn onto Rusty Wallace Drive from this route because it is designated as an emergency route for emergencies and traffic congestion. When exiting, use the same route.

Newton Club members and luxury suite owners will take exit 164 from Interstate 80, turning south onto U.S. 14. Continue south for approximately 3.6 miles, and then turn east on South 60th Avenue. Continue east 2.25 miles and turn north on County Road S:74. Continue north 3.6 miles. Turn east on Rusty Wallace Drive, where signs and staff will direct you to parking.

More information for directions and parking can be found on the maps and directions page.

PARKING

Parking is located at the south lot of the racetrack. You can visit the maps and directions page for more information on parking and parking lot maps.

TICKETS & PRICING

Tickets can be purchased directly from the Iowa Speedway ticketing page. Tickets can be chosen for different racing events and for parking. Tickets that are purchased up to 10 days prior to an event will be mailed through the U.S. Postal Service. Tickets that are ordered after this time frame will be held at the will-call window at ticket booth 1 or 2. Ticket prices range from $20 - $100.

WRAP UP

Iowa is a great state to visit and is known for its hills and plains and miles of farmland. You can visit state parks that have caves and other interesting geological formations, theme parks, zoos, and many historical sites. Traveling in an RV is one of the best ways to ensure that you get to every place on your itinerary while riding in comfort in your own house on wheels. There will be many opportunities to take great photos along the way; share those pictures at RVshare by emailing them to [email protected] for possible posting on the site's blog and social media channels.

Be sure to stay up to date on the NASCAR Xfinity Series U.S. Cellular 250 by visiting @XfinityRacing on Twitter and @xfinityracing on Instagram.

Please note, this is not the official source of the event information. While we try to be as comprehensive as possible, some details may have changed since the time this article was written. Please confirm final details with the official event page .

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