The County of Monterey-owned WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, which is the heartbeat of the 542-acre Laguna Seca Recreation Area in California, is undergoing another phase of its revitalization program.

Projects currently underway include:
•    Installing a large temporary two-story hospitality structure in the paddock overlooking Turn 3

•    Paving over the dip at the top of the main entrance road for a smooth entry and exit

•    Widening and paving the Marketplace to enhance vendor experiences

•    Relocating the television broadcast compound

•    Removing the octagon tower overlooking the Start/Finish line

•    Removing the former Parks Department office overlooking Turn 2

•    Enhancing corner marshal stands to provide better flag marshal safety and visibility for drivers

•    Completion of Lakebed paving in Marketplace

•    Completion of the track safety fencing project

The extensive drainage project that was completed at the end of 2018 proved beneficial and easily accommodated the near-record rainfall. County of Monterey planners are monitoring each area of the facility and working with WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca staff on ways to further enhance the facility for the hundreds of thousands of visitors who enjoy attending the premier race events, near-daily track rentals, events, camping, hiking, hospitality or car shows.

The legendary facility that was built in 1957 has been the scene of many memorable moments such as Alex Zanardi’s “The Pass” in IndyCar, the retirement of Mario Andretti, Nicky Hayden’s epic MotoGP win, a Grateful Dead concert and a special mass in 1987 conducted by Pope John Paul II.

For more information, visit the WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca website.