The North South Option 3 Clockwise configuration at Pocono Raceway combines northern and southern road course sections with the third option designation running clockwise, creating a specific hybrid layout at Pennsylvania's Tricky Triangle facility. This variant utilizes portions of the 2.5-mile tri-oval with extended infield and exterior road course sections. The North South Option 3 CW serves road racing events requiring particular distance or technical specifications.

Operating the North South Option 3 clockwise showcases Pocono Raceway's versatility beyond its legendary tri-oval configuration, providing road course options for sports car racing and driving experiences. Pennsylvania's Pocono Mountains location creates unpredictable weather where afternoon thunderstorms frequently impact sessions. The North South Option 3 CW configuration demonstrates modern multi-use venue philosophy where road course variants expand facility programming beyond traditional oval operations, serving the Northeast's motorsport community with diverse layout options at this iconic Pennsylvania motorsport destination.