What state is the Daytona International Speedway located in?

The Daytona International Speedway is located in Florida, specifically in Daytona Beach, United States.

The speedway opened in 1959 after NASCAR founder Bill France Sr. developed it as a replacement for the former Daytona Beach Road Course. That earlier course used both the beach and nearby public roads, while the new facility provided a purpose-built, high-speed venue with steeply banked turns.

Daytona International Speedway became the permanent home of the Daytona 500, NASCAR's premier stock-car race and traditional season-opening event. It also hosts the 24 Hours of Daytona, a major endurance race that forms part of the endurance-racing Triple Crown.

A common mix-up is confusing the speedway's state with nearby racing locations. Daytona Beach is in Florida, while South Carolina, Alabama, and Georgia each host other important NASCAR events. The track includes several configurations, including its famous 2.5-mile tri-oval and a longer road course.