Modern tracks are made of concrete and artificial ice. They are required to have at least one straight and one labyrinth. Ideally, a modern track should be 1200 to 1300 metres long and have at least fifteen curves. Speeds may exceed 130 km/h, and some curves can subject the crews to as much as 5g's

Evaporators are placed under the concrete, these evaporators will be connected to maintain a steady temperature around -5 to -10 degrees C at intervals of 100 to 125 feet. A maintenance crew will need to maintain thickness and grade. The ideal ice thickness is around 2 inches though additional layers can help protect against melting during competition. most of the water distribution will be manual.

A calibrated laser system and timing device at each end of the track will help keep consistency. The laser system helps keep track of disqualifying starts and the point of a luger's contact with the finish line.