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AXIALFEST BADLANDS 2025 CANCELLED

Attention Hobbyist: Due to ongoing economic uncertainty and a strategic needs to refocus our resources effectively, we’ve made the difficult decision to cancel Horizon RC Fest, Axialfest Badlands, and Axialfest Europe for 2025. 

Stay tuned to our social channels for schedule updates and behind-the-scenes coverage. Thank you for your unwavering support. We remain committed to bringing you the innovative products and memorable RC experiences you expect from Horizon Hobby.


JUNE 18-21 (CANCELLED)

BADLANDS OFF-ROAD PARK

ATTICA, IN


BADLANDS VENUE INFORMATION

Located in West Central Indiana the Badlands Off Road Park is 1400+ acres of multi-directional, diverse terrain for the full-scale off-road world. You'll find sand dunes, wooded trails, gravel, mud, and rocks - trails and terrain for all types and skill levels of riders/drivers.

Nestled within the ground of the park is an area referred to as The Quarry. Axialfest Badlands will take over a large portion of The Quarry and surrounding forest for an epic mix of rocks, cliffs, logs, woods and much, much more.

WHAT TO BRING

RC Stuff
 
RC Stuff

RC Stuff

  • Your kits: Since this is AXIALFEST, the most important thing to remember is to pack your Axial vehicles. You can leave your other RCs at home as this is an Axial appreciation event. Before you arrive at AXIALFEST, make sure you do a once over on your kits. Clean, rebuild and replace worn components to reduce chances of failure.
    Don't let something little stop you from having a great time. Look over your rig for broken or worn out parts.
    Also, be prepared for mud and water. So waterproofing your electronics is not mandatory, but highly recommended.

  • Tools: Chances that you will need to make repairs or adjustments are high. Bring all your tools including wrenches, pliers, drivers, scissors and even a soldering iron.

  • Hydration Pack: It will be June and most likely very warm. You will be walking long distances for many hours. Bring a backpack or pack hydration to carry water, trail snacks and tools and spare parts. There is no shame in stopping on the trail to rest, eat or fix your kit because the goal is to finish.

  • Transmitter, charger and all of your batteries: You will be driving your kits probably more than you ever have, so you want to make sure you have enough mAh to complete each trail. You will be able to charge your batteries at a charging station or if you bring a quiet generator and can charge at your camp site. Make sure to bring a power strip so you can have multiple chargers going at once.

  • Spare Parts: Bring all the spare parts and electronics you have. Driving for three hours straight can tax even the most stoutly built drivetrains. If you don't have many spare parts, that's OK. Most veterans will have something to help you out on the trail. Vendors will also be selling parts on site, so bring some spare cash or CC.

Camping
 
Camping

Camping

  • Conveniently situated adjacent to the Badlands Off-Road Park, Off the Trail Vacation Rentals And Campground provides a range of camping choices to suit your needs. To secure your camping spot for this event, simply head over to the Off the Trail website.

    Act fast as campsites tend to fill up quickly!

Food & Beverages
 
Food and Beverages

Food & Beverages

  • Water/beverages: A hydrated AXIALFESTer is a happy AXIALFESTer. Water will be provided at Hydration Stations in main crawling area but make sure to bring plenty for your campsite if you are primitive campaign.

  • Meals: Hungry equals grumpy. Hungry equals grumpy. On-site food service is available in the restaurant for Breakfast, lunch and dinner but feel free to bring your own.

  • Snacks: Trail mix and power bars are good to have in case you need extra nutrition in between meals.

  • Stove/BBQ: You gotta cook that food on something, right?

  • Regular kitchen supplies. Pots/pans/knives/forks/spoons: Think about what you need for each meal and make sure you bring it.

  • Paper towels: For your meals, wrenching or just general clean up.

  • Soap/sponge/towel/buckets: Good for washing your face, brushing your teeth and doing dishes.

  • Toothbrush/toothpaste: Fresh breath makes socializing less awkward, especially after a few cups of coffee. No one likes morning breath.

  • Ibuprofen/Aspirin/Advil: Bring the pain reliever of your choice. Your feet and legs will be sore if you are not used to extended hours of being on your feet. If you have been to Donner you know what we are talking about.

Clothing
 
Clothing

Clothing

  • Shoes: Bring sturdy shoes for mountain hiking. Hiking boots are recommended. It's also a good idea to bring some spare shoes for relaxing at camp and flip flops for the showers. I'd also plan on extra socks.

  • Jackets/sweatshirts/pants/hoodie/beanie: Be prepared for everything, so don't just bring shorts and t-shirts. Temperatures on the mountain can get a little cool at night. Pack for four days of clothing, plus extra socks and underwear.

CAMPING, REGISTRATION AND TICKET INFORMATION

Please make all of your lodging arrangement for Axialfest Badlands through Off the Trail and Campground and Vacation Rentals.

Ticket Type

Price

Camping Included

Adult 4-Day Pass (Ages 16 and up)
  • - Ticket is for One Adult
  • - Ticket does not include camping
  • - Includes Free T-Shirt and Nightly Raffle Ticket

$80.00

No

Veteran 4-Day Pass
  • - For One Veteran (ID Required at on-site check in)
  • - Ticket does not include camping
  • - Includes Free T-Shirt and Nightly Raffle Ticket

$55.00

No

Youth 4-Day Pass (Ages 6-15)
  • - Ticket is for One Youth
  • - Ticket does not include camping
  • - Includes Free T-Shirt and Nightly Raffle Ticket

$45.00

No

Kids (Ages 5 and under)
  • - Ticket for One Kid Pass
  • - Ticket does not include camping
  • - Kids tickets to not include free T-shirt

Free

No

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