Dragonriding races take place all over the Dragon Isles. There are three levels of races: normal, advanced, and reverse (advanced). Many achievements are available for completing races under the par times.
Zones[]
Waking Shores[]
[Waking Shores: Gold], [Waking Shores Advanced: Gold], [Waking Shores Reverse: Gold]
- Apex Canopy River Run, Apex Canopy [23.3, 84.3]
- Emberflow Flight, Obsidian Bulwark [42.0, 67.3]
- Flashfrost Flyover, Ruby Lifeshrine [62.9, 73.9]
- Ruby Lifeshrine Loop, Ruby Lifeshrine [63.8, 70.8]
- Uktulut Coaster, Uktulut Backwater [55.5, 41.1]
- Wild Preserve Circuit, Wild Preserve [42.6, 94.4]
- Wild Preserve Slalom, between Dragonrest Basecamp and Rubyscale Outpost [47.0, 85.5]
- Wingrest Roundabout, Wingrest Embassy [73.2, 33.7]
- Apex Canopy River Run
- Greetings, dragonrider! Are you prepared for the Apex Canopy River Run?
- This course follows the winding flow of a nearby river but also gives riders a great view of the sea.
- It's a fast course too, so hang on tight!
- Ready to race?
- Emberflow Flight
- Welcome to the Emberflow Flight, dragonrider!
- There's no course like the Emberflow. The lava falls on its route are dangerous, but they also have a sublime beauty...
- Would you like to try this course?
- Flashfrost Flyover
- Greetings, dragonrider!
- This course is the Flashfrost Flyover. It's route is like a flight through four seasons with fall leaves, snow, and spring flowers along your path.
- You won't see any of it though if you're racing right! Ha ha ha!
- What do you say? Up for a race?
- Ruby Lifeshrine Loop
- Enjoying your time at the Lifeshrine? It's exciting, isn't it? All this new life springing forth since the dragons have returned...
- Would you like something else exciting and new? Like the Ruby Lifeshrine Loop?
- It's a quick course that takes you all around the Lifeshrine.
- Come on, you know you want to race it!
- Uktulut Coaster
- Greetings, dragonrider! This course is called the Uktulut Coaster.
- It lives up to its name, so keep your arms and legs on your dragon at all times.
- Are you ready to try it?
- Wild Preserve Circuit
- Oh! A dragonrider! Welcome to the Wild Preserve Circuit!
- It's good to see an explorer out here off the well-trodden path... This course is a little tucked away but has some very scenic dips and dives.
- I think of it as a "hidden gem."
- Would you like to try this course?
- Wild Preserve Slalom
- Welcome to the Wild Preserve Slalom. This scenic course offers an aerial safari of the surrounding wilds.
- It's the wildest ride in the Wild Preserve!
- Would you like to try it?
- Wingrest Roundabout
- Welcome to the Wingrest Embassy, dragonrider! I hope my kind have bid you welcome.
- This course is called the Wingrest Roundabout. Its loop gives a good view of Wingrest and its surroundings--great for first time visitors!
- Would you like to try this course?
Ohn'ahran Plains[]
[Ohn'ahran Plains: Gold], [Ohn'ahran Plains Advanced: Gold], [Ohn'ahran Plains Reverse: Gold]
- Emerald Garden Ascent, Lilac Ramble [25.7, 55.1]
- Fen Flythrough, Rusza'thar Reach [86.4, 35.7]
- Maruukai Dash, Maruukai [59.9, 35.6]
- Mirror of the Sky Dash, Mirror of the Sky [47.3, 70.6]
- Ravine River Run, Roaring Dragonsprings [80.8, 72.0]
- River Rapids Route, Szar Skeleth [43.7, 66.8]
- Sundapple Copse Circuit, Sundapple Copse [63.8, 30.5]
- Emerald Garden Ascent
- Dragonrider! Hello!
- Welcome to the Emerald Gardens Ascent course.
- It's called an "ascent" because your drake must swiftly climb to the heavens to begin this course.
- From there, you and your drake will fly through one of the most verdant gardens in the Dragon Isles.
- What do you say? Would you like to try the course?
- Fen Flythrough
- Welcome, dragonrider! This course is the Fen Flythrough.
- The course takes you through some of the Ohn'ahran Plains' lushest scenery. That being said, watch out for low-hanging branches.
- You don't want to miss the course for the trees.
- Would you like to try the Fen Flythrough?
- Maruukai Dash
- Greetings, dragonrider! Looking for something a little different?
- This is the Maruukai Dash. A course that takes you on a tour of centaur lands.
- As a "dash" course, you may lead your drake through the course's rings in any order.
- Choose the route that suits you or gives you the fastest time.
- Would you like to try this dash course?
- Mirror of the Sky Dash
- Welcome to the Mirror of the Sky Dash, dragonrider!
- This course's rings take you up and around a placid lake.
- But this "dash" course is anything but placid. Lead your drake through the course's rings in any order.
- Choose the route that suits you or gives you the fastest time.
- Would you like to try this dash course?
- Ravine River Run
- Welcome to the Ravine River Run!
- As the river bends, so does this course! Keep your wits about you, or you might end up in the river and not flying above it!
- Would you like to try this course?
- River Rapids Route
- Welcome, dragonrider, to a course as fast as the rapids themselves.
- The River Rapids Route follows the course of the nearby river through its rapids and up and down its many waterfalls.
- Do you think you have what it takes to master it?
- Sundapple Copse Circuit
- Ah, a dragonrider. Welcome to the Sundapple Copse Circuit.
- It's an exhilarating course in a pastoral setting. Smell the fresh air, the grass... Hear the cute ducks playing...
- Try not to get distracted though!
- Would you like to try it? It really is lovely.
Azure Span[]
[Azure Span: Gold], [Azure Span Advanced: Gold], [Azure Span Reverse: Gold]
- Archive Ambit, north of the Azure Archives [42.2, 56.7]
- The Azure Span Slalom, east of Three-Falls Lookout [21.0, 22.6]
- The Azure Span Sprint, southeast of Camp Antonidas [48.0, 40.8]
- Frostland Flyover, northeast of Camp Antonidas [48.6, 35.7]
- Iskaara Tour, east of Iskaara [16.6, 49.4]
- The Vakthros Ascent, Upper Frostlands [71.4, 24.8]
- Archive Ambit
- Ah! An intrepid dragonrider... Good to see someone made it up here...
- Welcome to the Archive Ambit. This course winds through the Tauriq Gleamlet and up to the Azure Archives.
- Oh, and the trees up there... Well, if you haven't seen it, I won't spoil it for you.
- Care to try the Azure Ambit?
- The Azure Span Slalom
- Dragonrider!
- Welcome to the Azure Span Slalom.
- This course takes you over, around, and through the dense forests, rugged terrain, and ancient ruins in this region.
- Are you ready to ride?
- The Azure Span Sprint
- Welcome to the Azure Span Sprint, dragonrider.
- This course takes a looping route through some of the most the beautiful--and ancient--forests here in the Azure Span.
- Would you like to try it?
- Frostland Flyover
- Greetings, dragonrider!
- Are you ready for a brisk, wintry ride?
- The Frostland Flyover loops around the Upper Frostlands through snow-dusted trees and icy peaks.
- Would you like to try it? I do hope you're wearing something warm under that armor...
- Iskaara Tour
- Welcome to tuskarr lands, dragonrider! This course is called the Iskaara Tour.
- The course doesn't just give you a dragon's-eye view of Iskaara though.
- It takes riders over furbolg, gorloc, and even ancient dragon territory.
- Would you like to try it?
- The Vakthros Ascent
- Brr! G-greetings, dragonrider!
- This c-course is called the Vakthros Ah-ah-
- <The Bronze Timekeeper sneezes loudly>
- Excuse me! Vakthros Ascent. It t-takes riders across the F-f-rostlands and up and over Vakthros's s-summit.
- D-do you want to t-try it?
Thaldraszus[]
[Thaldraszus: Gold], [Thaldraszus Advanced: Gold], [Thaldraszus Reverse: Gold]
- Academy Ascent [60.3, 41.5]
- Caverns Criss-Cross [58.1, 33.6]
- Cliffside Circuit [37.7, 48.6]
- The Flowing Forest Flight [57.8, 74.8]
- Garden Gallivant [39.6, 76.2]
- Tyrhold Trial, Tyrhold [57.2, 66.9]
- Academy Ascent
- Dragonrider!
- Good to see someone has made it here to my perch!
- This course is called the Academy Ascent. It takes you all around the majestic grounds of the Algeth'ar Academy.
- And, as this is a place once home to dragons, there's a little magic here and there to help you stay aloft.
- Just... don't look down.
- Are you and your drake ready, dragonrider?
- Caverns Criss-Cross
- Greetings, dragonrider.
- Welcome to the Caverns Criss-cross!
- This course takes you through the Chittering Caverns and gnoll lands before winding its way back to Drake Grotto.
- The Criss-cross has many switchbacks and tight turns, so hold on tight to your drake!
- Would you like to try this course?
- Cliffside Circuit
- Ready for a daring course, dragonrider?
- Then the Cliffside Circuit is just what you are looking for!
- This cliff-hugging course winds its way along Wild Cliffs before diving into the ravine and careening back up here to the Serene Dream Spa.
- If you want to fly it, I hope you are not afraid of heights!
- The Flowing Forest Flight
- Greetings, dragonrider!
- Are you here for the Flowing Forest Flight course?
- This course's path takes you through the enchanting Flowing Forest, the Shifting Sands, and past the imposing Temporal Conflux.
- Would you like to fly this course?
- Garden Gallivant
- Welcome, dragonrider!
- Ready for a jaunty course that takes you and your drake through the beautiful Garden of Unity?
- Then you're ready for the Garden Gallivant.
- Want to try it? You can really smell the blossoms on the breeze...
- Tyrhold Trial
- Greetings, dragonrider.
- The course laid out before you is called the Tyrhold Trial. Dragonriders fly with their drake above the Passage of Time and around the grounds of Tyrhold.
- And while you're aloft, remember... This land is the home of dragons! You and your drake may find some helpful magic along the way!
- What say you? Care to try the Tyrhold Trial?
Forbidden Reach[]
[Forbidden Reach: Gold], [Forbidden Reach Advanced: Gold], [Forbidden Reach Reverse: Gold], 
[Forbidden Reach Racing Completionist]
- Aerie Chasm Cruise, west of Stormsunder Crater [63.1, 52.0]
- Caldera Coaster, Skyward Watch [41.4, 14.6]
- Forbidden Reach Rush, Old Weyrn Grounds [49.4, 60.1]
- Morqut Ascent, Morqut Islet [31.3, 65.7]
- Southern Reach Route, northeast of Broken Seaboard [63.7, 84.0]
- Stormsunder Crater Circuit, Stormsunder Crater [76.1, 65.6]
- Aerie Chasm Cruise
- Hello, dragon racer!
- Would you and your dragon like to do some cruising?
- I'll be your CRUISE director as you climb to CRUISE altitude and enjoy Aerie Chasm's sights on Aerie Chasm Cruise!
- But don't let the name fool you. This is not smooth sailing! There are twists, turns, and drops all along the course, so make sure you don't go OVERBOARD!
- Would you like to embark on this course?
- Caldera Coaster
- Greetings, dragon racer!
- This race is called the Caldera Coaster. On this course, you'll fly around, up and over the Caldera of the Menders.
- It's a steep climb up to the caldera, but flying sure beats taking the stairs!
- Would you like to try the Caldera Coaster?
- Forbidden Reach Rush
- Are you ready for a fast race, dragon racer?
- Then you'll want to ride the Forbidden Reach Rush.
- Pick up speed along the aerie coast and soar at breakneck speeds along waterfalls, mountain passes, and bridges.
- If you like wind in your hair--and possibly twigs--you'll love this course!
- Want to try it?
- Morqut Ascent
- Ah, a dragon racer!
- It's nice to see someone attempt this remote course!
- The Morqut Ascent takes you down to the coast of Morqut Islet then soaring back to its peaks!
- Keep an eye out for quaint villages and remnants of the Isles' ancient past!
- Would you like to try this course?
- Southern Reach Route
- Welcome, dragon racer!
- This course is called the Southern Reach Route.
- Along this route, you'll tour the southern edge of the Forbidden Reach, passing over Stormsunder Crater, Aerie Chasm, the Old Weyrn Grounds, and finally the Sharpscale Coast.
- It's a quick route with many obstacles, so keep your eye on the skies and your hands on the reins.
- Would you like to try the Southern Reach Route?
- Stormsunder Crater Circuit
- Welcome, dragon racer!
- A steep drop off this cliff starts the Stormsunder Crater Circuit.
- This race will take you over, under, and through the rocky Stormsunder Crater.
- Be sure to hold on tight and watch your head! Haw haw haw!
- Would you like to try this course?
Zaralek Cavern[]
[Zaralek Cavern: Gold], [Zaralek Cavern Advanced: Gold], [Zaralek Cavern Reverse: Gold], [Zaralek Cavern Racing Completionist: Gold]
- Brimstone Scramble [54.5, 23.8]
- Caldera Cruise [39.2, 49.8]
- Crystal Circuit [38.8, 60.6]
- Shimmering Slalom, Shimmering Towers [58.7, 45.0]
- Sulfur Sprint, Acidbite Ravine [51.3, 46.7]
- Zaralek Zigzag, Loamm [58.1, 57.6]
- Brimstone Scramble
- Ah, an intrepid racer!
- Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to race the Brimstone Scramble and get a drake's eye view of the battlefield below!
- This course takes racers on a quick reconnaissance survey of Obsidian Rest, the Brimstone Garrison, and Aberrus itself!
- As always, watch out for lava, and keep an eye on anyone who looks suspicious.
- Are you ready to fly this dangerous mission? I mean... race?
- Caldera Cruise
- Can you take the heat? I hope so, because this race is HOT.
- Why? Because the caldera is full of lava. Lava, lava everywhere!
- The Caldera Cruise will take you up and down lava falls, lava pools, lava flows...
- Whew! I'm sweating just thinking about it.
- Do you want to sweat out this race?
- Crystal Circuit
- The Crystal Circuit race is a great way to see Zaralek Cavern!
- Wind your way through the majestic glowing crystal fields, drop in on Glimmerogg, and race through the Crystal Cascades before gliding to the finish while taking in the cavern's beautiful lava flows.
- You're lucky to race here, but I'm lucky I get this view all day!
- Ready to race?
- Loamm Roamm
- Welcome to Loamm!
- The niffen have given us special permission to put a racecourse near their home!
- They call it the Loamm Roamm. It's a quick, meandering course that takes you through all of the niffen's favorite places.
- Would you like to try it?
- Shimmering Slalom
- Ah, isn't this cavern beautiful?
- Look at how the crystal spires here shimmer and glow...
- If you want to see the caves in all their luminescent splendor, you'll want to race the Shimmering Slalom.
- Fly over glowing, shimmering crystals, strange geological features, and fly close to the cavern's mysterious wildlife.
- Do you want to try the Shimmering Slalom course?
- Sulfur Sprint
- Want a change of scenery and, uh, smell?
- Try the Sulfur Sprint! This fast course takes you through the, um, odiferous Sulfur Wastes!
- It's a great course for people who love the color green and have... no sense of smell!
- All joking aside, it's a brisk course and it takes you also over and around some of the beautiful lava flows here as well.
- Want to try it?
Emerald Dream[]
- Canopy Concours, Lucid Reef [62.8, 88.1]
- Emerald Amble, west of Smoldering Copse [32.3, 48.2]
- Shoreline Switchback, Verdant Landing [69.6, 52.6]
- Smoldering Sprint, northeast Smoldering Copse [37.2, 44.1]
- Viridescent Venture, Smoldering Redoubt [35.1, 55.2]
- Ysera Invitational, Eye of Ysera [59.1, 28.8]
Cups[]
Kalimdor Cup[]
Offered during 15 August - 4 September, the Riders of Azeroth put on the Kalimdor Cup, sending racers to 16 locations across Kalimdor:
| Zone | Coords | Race |
|---|---|---|
| Silithus | [39.6, 84.2] | Ahn'Qiraj Circuit |
| Ashenvale | [37.0, 30.6] | Ashenvale Ambit |
| Azshara | [67.2, 26.2] | Azshara Rocketway Ride |
| Desolace | [28.1, 63.3] | Desolace Drift |
| Durotar | [56.9, 62.9] | Durotar Tour |
| Felwood | [58.2, 10.8] | Felwood Flyover |
| Feralas | [64.1, 54.4] | Feralas Ruins Ramble |
| Southern Barrens | [41.4, 13.0] | Great Divide Dive |
| Mount Hyjal | [22.0, 54.3] | Hyjal Hotfoot |
| Mount Hyjal | [56.7, 27.9] | Nordrassil Spiral |
| Southern Barrens | [42.8, 93.1] | Razorfen Roundabout |
| Thousand Needles | [9.7, 17.4] | Thousand Needles Thread |
| Uldum | [55.8, 44.2] | Uldum Tour |
| Un'Goro Crater | [53.4, 93.1] | Un'Goro Crater Circuit |
| Stonetalon Mountains | [66.8, 86.8] | Webwinder Weave |
| Winterspring | [68.8, 68.0] | Winter Wander |
Eastern Kingdoms Cup[]
October 4 - 17,2023
Outland Cup[]
January 11 - 24 2024
Northrend Cup[]
April 11 - 24 2024
Pandaria Cup[]
July 11 - 24 2024
Broken Isles Cup[]
Ocotober 10 - 23 2024
Patch changes[]
Patch 10.2.0 (PTR): Emerald Dream races added. - Patch 10.1.7 (2023-09-05):
- Eastern Kingdoms Cup races added. (October 4 - 17)
- As you adventure across the Dragon Isles, test your dragonriding race skills with the new Challenge Course. How well can you fare without resource generation?
- Patch 10.1.5 (2023-07-11): Kalimdor Cup races added.
- Patch 10.1.0 (2023-05-02): Zaralek Cavern races added.
- Patch 10.0.7 (2023-03-21): Forbidden Reach races added.
- Patch 10.0.5 (2023-01-24): Reverse races added.
- Patch 10.0.2 (2022-11-15): Added.
