It is described as conventional dirt, and there are currently no plans to build a turf course. They purchased the facility back in 1997.Ĭharles Town is home to one of the smallest racetracks in the US, with a six-furlong oval track often resulting in races held over the four-and-a-half and five furlongs. It is currently owned by Gaming and Leisure Properties, and the day-to-day operations are overseen by the Penn National Gaming. It is around 60 miles from Baltimore and roughly 10 miles from the historic Harpers Ferry. Charles Town is a racetrack and casino facility which is located in Charles Town, West Virginia.
