Indianapolis Motor Speedway
While Indianapolis might be more famous as the home of Indy racing, it’s also the place where you’ll find the Brickyard 500, one of the most storied races in all of NASCAR, and a close second to the Daytona 500 in terms of acclaim and popularity. It runs 2.5 miles, and while it’s not as brutal and grueling as some races out there, it’s a “can’t miss” event.
Darlington Raceway
Darlington holds a number of records. It was the first paved track in NASCAR, for one thing. She’s also called “The Lady in Black” for good reason – the brutality of the track is legendary. Part of the challenge stems from the fact that while it looks very wide, there’s only one practical lane and there is no room to make a mistake. Of course, getting to Darlington can be a challenge – the nearest international airport is 75 miles away in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Watkins Glen International
If you’re interested in watching one of the fastest races you’ll ever see, head over to Watkins Glen International. You might even be surprised to see drivers do something other than turn left – Watkins Glen is one of only two NASCAR races with a right-hand turn. It’s also blisteringly fast and has played home to Formula 1 racing. If you intend to visit this particular track, consider taking a tent, or the RV, as it’s rated as one of the best camping tracks for NASCAR fans as well.
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