Elevate your experience with our outdoor facilities—where fresh air, physical activity, and socializing intertwine seamlessly.
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Reserve it for Yourself
Space is available to reserve for tournaments, student groups, and special programs. A Facility Request Form form must be submitted two weeks prior to the event.
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Maple-Willow-Larch Fields
These fields are home to many intramural activities such as flag football, soccer, ultimate frisbee, and much more. The fields are located within walking distance from the heart of campus and include 17 acres of grass – perfect for any outdoor sport.
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Lied Recreational Fields
Lied Recreational fields are located east of Willow residence hall. Due to the central location and number of fields, this area is one of the most popular. Intramural flag football, soccer, ultimate frisbee, and many other intramural sports are held here.
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Southeast (SE) Recreation Complex
The Southeast Complex features 53 acres of fields, six sand volleyball courts, 12 softball fields, 12 soccer fields, and a dozen ultimate frisbee fields. The complex is located east of Jack Trice Stadium. The complex also includes plenty of parking space for athletes and spectators.
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Southwest (SW) Recreation Complex
The Southwest Athletic Complex is home to the Iowa State Cyclone softball team – the majority of their practices and games are held here. The complex features batting cages and a field with a seating capacity of 509.
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Disc Golf Course
The Disc Golf Course is located on the north side of campus near Frederiksen Court. The course includes 18 holes and is home to the Iowa State Disc Golf Club, where they compete recreationally and competitively.
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Outdoor field policies
The rec services has rules and regulations for the use of outdoor recreational spaces on campus to provide a better overall experience for our users.