Lions Drag Strip was an American raceway in the Wilmington district of Los Angeles, California, adjacent to Long Beach that existed from 1955 to 1972.
The track was named after its sponsors Lions Clubs International and featured many races that were sanctioned by the American Hot Rod Association (AHRA).
As the area surrounding the track increased in population, complaints regarding noise were made to government officials.
The track location remained abandoned for over 10 years until it was developed into the mega container facility by the L.A. Harbor Commission.
This same scenario has been repeated across the country as residential areas develop around older racing facilities 33°49′22″N 118°13′32″W / 33.822654°N 118.225658°W / 33.822654; -118.225658 (Lions Drag Strip former north entrance) Former location Google maps