Are helmets provided?

Yes—helmets are available upon request and included in the rental cost.

What is the weight limit?

The kart supports up to 500 lbs total; rumble-seat passengers must be under 40 lbs each.

Check in at the Activities Pod; arrive 5–10 minutes early to sign waivers and review safety rules.

No—PEDAL KARTS ARE TO REMAIN ON THE PAVED ROADS AROUND THE PARK AT COSTANOA, including Rossi Road, RV rows, and loops around Pine Village and the Costanoa Farm.

Pedal Tandem Karting at Costanoa: PRIME TRACKER (red) in Pescadero, CA

Q: What happens if it rains?

Karts are unavailable during or immediately after rain because the metal-on-rubber brakes lose effectiveness when wet.

A family rush of wind, pedals thumping in tandem, and the low hum of bearings — that’s the PRIME TRACKER (red) at Costanoa, a lively pedal-kart rental on the rural edge of Pescadero, California. Located at the Activities Pod inside the Costanoa property, this tandem kart seats two riders with six-position adjustable seats and room for rumble-seat passengers up to 40 lbs. Built with an articulated front end, sealed ball bearings, and both coaster pedal braking and hand brakes, the frame manages responsive steering across the paved loops: Rossi Road, the RV rows, and the circuits around Pine Village and the Costanoa Farm.

This rental is designed for family outings and multigenerational groups. The dual drive sets let an adult and older child pedal together, while younger kids ride in the rumble seat. The cart supports up to 500 lbs total and includes a parking brake and patented transmission with reverse for easy maneuvering. Helmets are available on request and are included in the rental. Staff ask that you arrive 5–10 minutes early at the Activities Pod to check in and review safety rules.

What makes this rental stand out is its low-tech, high-fun design paired with Costanoa’s open paved roads and coastal setting. Instead of a confined track, you’ll roll past pine-lined loops, through the resort’s farm area, and along short stretches of Rossi Road with quick views of scrub and coastal ridge. The setting is approachable for beginners but lively enough to feel like a small racing circuit when two drivers sync their cadence.

Practical notes: rentals are $30 per hour and unavailable during or immediately after rain because the metal-on-rubber brake system loses effectiveness when wet. Footwear rules are strict—no crocs, sandals, or slides; tennis shoes recommended. Karts must remain on paved roads within Costanoa; off-road riding is prohibited.

Whether you’re making a pit stop between a beach walk and an evening around the campground fire, or planning a dedicated hour of pedal-powered silliness, the PRIME TRACKER (red) turns a simple resort loop into an active, social experience. It’s an affordable, accessible way to move through Costanoa’s grounds at a kid-friendly pace while still feeling like an outdoor micro-adventure. For families visiting Pescadero, this rental delivers sunny laps, cooperative pedaling, and a handful of stories you’ll want to tell at dinner.

Reservations are recommended during summer weekends and holiday periods, though walk-up availability is common on weekday mornings. The Activities Pod is the check-in point; please arrive ready to sign a waiver and confirm passenger weights. Children in rumble seats must be under 40 lbs, and the total vehicle capacity should never exceed 500 lbs. Staff can advise on safe routes and will pause rentals during weather.

Pedal Tandem Karting at Costanoa: PRIME TRACKER (red) in Pescadero, CA

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