Bates College Campus Map (2021)

Welcome to Bates College in Lewiston, Maine. This guide helps you navigate the campus, from the scenic shores of Lake Andrews on the north side to the base of Mount David in the southwest. The central Alumni Walk connects academic buildings and student residences.

Use this Bates College Campus Map to find your way between classes, athletics, and residential quads located along Campus Avenue and College Street.

Bates College Campus Map 2021

This official map provides a detailed overview of the Bates College campus layout. It highlights academic buildings, residence halls, athletic facilities, and key points of interest for students, faculty, and visitors.

Printable Bates College Campus Map 2021

Download a high-resolution, printable PDF version of the main campus map. This format is ideal for offline use, campus tours, or event planning.

Bates College Campus Guide

This guide provides further context for the maps, detailing the spatial relationships between campus zones, primary landmarks, and key access points.

Campus Layout & Landmarks

The Bates College campus is organized around a central axis formed by the Alumni Walk, which runs north-south. To the north lies Lake Andrews, a defining natural feature. Academic quads and libraries are situated centrally, with athletic complexes to the east across Central Avenue and Mount David rising to the southwest.

Walking Routes & Accessibility

Pedestrian navigation is centered on the Alumni Walk, which provides a direct path through the core campus. Paved routes connect all academic buildings, residences, and dining facilities. The main map indicates accessible pathways, parking locations, and building entrances to assist with navigation.

Parking & Entrances

Main campus access is via Campus Avenue, College Street, and Russell Street. Visitor parking is designated in specific lots, as shown on the dedicated parking map. Key drop-off points are located along Campus Avenue near the central academic quad and residential halls.

Transit & Getting Here

Bates College is located in Lewiston, accessible from regional highways. Internal campus circulation is managed by Central Avenue, College Street, and Campus Avenue. These roads connect the main campus entrances to residential areas, athletic facilities, and academic parking lots.

Dorms & Student Housing

Bates College offers numerous student residences, often referred to as “Houses.” These are distributed across the campus, particularly along College Street, Frye Street, and Campus Avenue. Residences like Page Hall, Rand Hall, and John Bertram Hall are located near the campus core, providing walkable access to academic buildings.

Dining & Student Life

Student life facilities are centered around key buildings like Chase Hall, which provides dining and meeting spaces. Athletic and recreational facilities, including Merrill Gymnasium, are located on the eastern side of campus across Central Avenue. The Olin Arts Center and Gomes Chapel are also key landmarks for community events.

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