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Where Does UW Rank Among The Best Tailgates In College Football

Top 30 Tailgates In College Football


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College Football is filled with a ton of traditions and, none are bigger and more fun than the tailgate. Our parent company, The Sports On Tap, ranked the 30 best tailgates in college football. Where does the University of Washington rank?

30. Arizona State


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Arizona State University is a sleeping giant in the football world. Tempe is filled with a ton of fun places to tailgate or hit the bar scene before watching the Sun Devils.

29. North Dakota


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The city of Fargo has to be one of the most overlooked scenes in all of college football. Outside the Fargo Dome you are going to 100s of RV's ready to cheer on the Bison.

28. Oklahoma


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This probably comes as no surprise to see Oklahoma on the list. The football program is filled with tradition and the tailgate scene before the game provides fun and a rowdy atmosphere. 

27. Virginia Tech


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When you think of Blacksburg, Virginia you probably don't think of partying. However, Hokie Village and the area around Lane Stadium is buzzing before the Hokies play ab ig game.

26. Florida State


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This is one of the best atmospheres in all the land of the ACC. Tallahassee becomes won big party when the Seminoles are playing a big game.

25. West Virginia


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Simply put, Morgantown is the definition of a fun time. Make sure to try out the moonshine which is well known around the tailgating scene.

24. Purdue


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Purdue fans are loyal to their football team. The area around the tailgate is known for excellent BBQ, so if you are lucky enough to get invited be ready to feast on some good ribs, steaks, chicken and more. 

23. San Diego State


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San Diego State isn't known for their football history. But the tailgating near the stadium is amazing. The party scene with the perfect weather year around makes this a fun place to check out college football.

22. Texas Tech


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Texas Tech is basically in the middle of nowhere. So what does that really mean? Well, when it's college football Saturday the city revolves around the game.

21. Ohio State University


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Ohio State University is known as one of the most prestigious and successful college football programs in history of the sport. Columbus becomes one big party when the Buckeyes are playing.  

20. University of Arkansas


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The Razorbacks are a proud college football fan base. The team hasn't had any major success in recent years but that doesn't stop fans flocking to party every Saturday.

19. University of Southern California


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USC offers a very underrated tailgating scene. The reason being is the campus's location and the students ability to have some fun and walk right into the stadium before the games.

18. University of Michigan


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If your stadium is known as "The Big House" that probably means there is going to be an area to tailgate somewhere good. Fans from all over the state come by the stadium to set up a party before each and every home game.

17. Penn State University


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Penn State and Beaver stadium becomes a zoo before Nittany Lion games. Thousands of fans make the pilgrimage to University Park decked in white for Saturdays.

16. Texas A&M 


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Texas A&M is home of the 12th man. And it gives one of the best tailgating scene in the southwest. Fans prop up their tailgate right next to Kyle Field before big games.

15. University of Texas


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They say everything is bigger in Texas. That includes the tailgates. The downtown is filled with parties and the whole town celebrates Texas football.

14. University of Oregon


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Eugene is a small college town compared to some giants on this list. But there fan base does bring the noise and the drinks before Duck games.

13. University of Florida


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Welcome to "The Swamp". You'll see thousands of people tailgating before games by drinking and grilling and smoking a ton of meat.

12. University of Georgia


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Athens, Georgia is a beautiful city and that helps attract thousands of people to Georgia Bulldog games. Athens has a ton of tailgating spots and amazing bars.

11. University of Iowa


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The big tradition at Iowa tailgates is smoke Turkey Legs. You'll see thousands of people eating Turkey Legs and drinking brews before Hawkeye games.

10. University of Nebraska


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The Cornhuskers are the biggest sporting attracting in the state of Nebraska. The stadium fits 91,000 people and fans are in full support and attendance for Nebraska football games.

9. Clemson


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The Tiger Walk at Clemson is their biggest attraction. And the parking lot outside the stadium jam packed with RVs, tents, and tailgaters.

8. South Carolina


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South Carolina is known for their Southern hospitality. The have the Cockaboose Railroad where fans can rent these street cars for tailgating.

7. University of Alabama


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This is the University of Alabama. The most storied college football program in history. Of course their tailgating is fun. 

6. Auburn 


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The fans at Auburn are known to party with the best of them. Fans line up on Friday to secure great tailgating spots.

5. Tennessee


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Tennessee is one of the few college football programs situated on the water. It's a unique and fun experience for Volunteer fans.

4. University of Wisconsin


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The city of Madison shuts down for Badgers football. Expect a ton of sausage, and a ton of brews. The stadium is located downtown which makes it accessible and a easy trek.

3. University of Washington


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The most beautiful setting in college football goes to the University of Washington. Right on Lake Washington you can sailgate or you can take part of the fun in the parking lot. This is the most beautiful tailgating scene of them all. 

2. LSU


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LSU is known for good football and good fun. The food is better than any other on the list. And that's because the Creole culture in Louisiana. 

1. Ole Miss


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Ole Miss is the Mecca of college football tailgating. The area known as "The Grove" is a 10 acre area of land where you can go tailgate with the best of Oxford, Mississippi. 

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