California State University Monterey Bay Campus Map (2025)

This is the official California State University Monterey Bay Campus Map. The campus is organized around the central Main Quad, which is bordered by academic buildings and the Tanimura & Antle Family Memorial Library (Building 12) to the north.

North of Inter-Garrison Rd, you’ll find the North Quad and additional student housing. To the southwest, the Otter Sports Complex is located along Lightfighter Dr and General Jim Moore Blvd.

California State University Monterey Bay Campus Map 2025

This map displays the primary CSUMB campus layout. It helps users navigate academic buildings, residential quads, dining locations, and athletic facilities.

Additional California State University Monterey Bay Campus Maps

This section provides maps for other campus locations, including the residential areas located east of the main campus.

East Campus Housing Map 2025

Printable California State University Monterey Bay Campus Map PDF 2025

Download a high-resolution, printable PDF version of the 2025 campus map. This file is ideal for offline use or for guiding visitors during campus tours.

California State University Monterey Bay Parking Map 2025

This map details parking options across campus. It identifies visitor parking areas , permit-only lots (P) , and locations of parking permit dispensers.

California State University Monterey Bay Campus Guide

This guide provides context for the campus maps. It clarifies the spatial layout of academic zones, residential areas, key landmarks, and major access routes.

Campus Layout & Landmarks

The CSUMB campus is defined by two main quads. The Main Quad (Grid B2/B3) hosts core academic buildings and the Student Center (Building 12). The North Quad (Grid C2) is surrounded by student housing. Key landmarks include the World Theater (Building 28) and the Otter Sports Complex (Grid B1).

Walking Routes & Accessibility

Pedestrian-only zones are clearly marked through the Main Quad and near the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (Building 504). Paved paths connect all major academic buildings, housing areas, and the Otter Sports Complex. The scale indicates a 0.25-mile walk takes approximately 5 minutes.

Parking & Entrances

Visitor Parking is located near the University Police (Building 84) in lot 84 (Grid C1). General permit parking (P) is available throughout campus, with major lots near the Otter Sports Complex and on the east side near 6th Ave. Main entrances are via Inter-Garrison Rd and Lightfighter Dr.

Transit & Getting Here

The campus is accessible from Highway 1 via Lightfighter Dr and General Jim Moore Blvd. Inter-Garrison Rd is the main east-west artery. MST bus stops are located on campus, including one near the University Center (Building 29). For more details, visit csumb.edu/transportation.

Dorms & Student Housing

Student housing is concentrated in several areas. The North Quad features Strawberry Apartments (Building 301) , Pinnacles Suites (Building 302) , and Vineyard Suites (Building 303). Residence halls like Asilomar (Building 203) and Cypress (Building 202) are south of the Main Quad. The Promontory apartments (Buildings 325-327) are in the northeast , and East Campus Housing (including Frederick Park I & II ) is located 2 miles east.

Dining & Student Life

The main Dining Commons (Building 16) is located on the north side of the Main Quad. Other options include the Otter Express (Building 14) and the Otter Student Union (Building 552). The Student Center (Building 12) and World Theater (Building 28) are central hubs for student activity.

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