NASCAR tailgating has always been something to be cherished. Fans all over North America who love the sport of auto racing, from Bristol to Fontana, get together to celebrate through brews and barbecues.
Whether it’s a full stack of ribs cooked before the race, or a full cup of bourbon afterwards, the festivities go on throughout the entire weekend. Though no one is certain of who will win the race, one thing can’t be contested: NASCAR fans know how to party!
Sometimes, people don’t even go to the races. Instead, they come from all around just to get a taste of what tailgating at the NASCAR weekend is like. That’s a true testament of how great tailgating at the NASCAR weekend can be.
Below, we’ve compiled one big list of the best NASCAR tracks to tailgate, camp, and party at. Whether you’re schnockered in a camp chair, or climbing the stands for race, these 12 tracks (in no particular order) are at the top of our tailgating list.