Hurricane Michael: Atlanta Motor Speedway Opens For Evacuees

HAMPTON, GA — Atlanta Motor Speedway is doing its part to help those fleeing the path of Hurricane Michael. The Henry County-based institution will open its camping facilities to evacuees seeking a temporary place to call home.

The facilities available to Michael evacuees at Atlanta Motor Speedway will be the same as they were for evacuees of Hurricane Florence in September. The campgrounds, which are equipped to handle thousands of campers during the track's annual NASCAR weekend, will again be made available free of charge for dry RV and tent campers in the Legends Campground.

A limited number of camping spaces with water, power and sewer are also available for $20 per night in the Premier Campground. Located adjacent to the campgrounds, AMS will also open The Rinnai Shower Station camper bath house, allowing evacuees free access to hot showers and restroom facilities during their stay.

Atlanta Motor Speedway over the last few years has opened its grounds to hundreds of people seeking refuge from powerful storms. During Hurricane Irma in 2017, the Speedway hosted more than 100 campers, and just dozens stayed in the Speedway's camping areas during Hurricane Florence last month.

Those interested in RV or tent camping in the free Legends campground at Atlanta Motor Speedway should enter the facility at Entrance "E" off U.S. 19/41. The Legends Campground is on the right. From I-75 and GA Highway 20, campers should see signs to AMS and follow Lower Woolsey Road to Entrance "H" and the Speedway Credential Building. Make a right into Speedway property and then another immediate right onto Richard Petty Boulevard. Follow Richard Petty Boulevard and turn left into Entrance "G." The Legends campground will be on the right.

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The Premier Campground is located adjacent to the Legends campground and campers should enter the facility at the main entrance off U.S. 19/41. The Premier Campground is on the left at the AMS security command post.

From I-75 and Ga. 20, campers should see signs to AMS and follow Lower Woolsey Road to Entrance "H" and the Speedway Credential Building. Make a right into Speedway property and then another immediate right onto Richard Petty Boulevard. Follow Richard Petty Boulevard and turn left into Entrance "G". The Premier campground will be on the right.

For on-site assistance or directions, visit the ticket office/gift store building. For more information, contact Atlanta Motor Speedway at (770) 946-4211 or visit www.atlantamotorspeedway.com.

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