Driving up steep slopes and inclines is part of the hard and thrilling motorsport known as "hill climbing," sometimes known as "hill racing" or "uphill racing." Mountain racing requires drivers to negotiate difficult terrain, steep pathways, and erratic weather patterns in order to reach the summit of the mountain.

Another exhilarating activity that takes place on unpaved, difficult terrain, such as deserts, woodlands, and mud pits is off-road racing. However, in rally racing, competitors race against the clock to complete the track as quickly as they can, either on a closed circuit or on public highways.

A multidisciplinary sport called "adventure racing" involves teamwork, navigation, and endurance. Participants in an adventure race must go through wilderness areas, frequently by hiking, bicycling, paddling, and