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Rutgers Scarlet Knights Baseball Stadium in Piscataway, NJ

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About Bainton Field

Welcome to Bainton Field, the home of Rutgers Scarlet Knights baseball. Nestled on the Rutgers Livingston Campus in Piscataway, New Jersey, this field is a standout for its diverse seating, modern facilities, and convenient access. With a capacity of 1,500, Bainton Field features dugouts and surrounding seating that provide excellent sightlines, particularly behind home plate. The venue has undergone updates over the years, including FieldTurf installation in 2007 and lights added in 2023 to enhance evening games. Whether you’re a local or visiting for a game, we’ve got you covered with parking guidance, transit options, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to make your trip seamless.

Planning your visit to Bainton Field is straightforward. Drive via Route 18 and Hospital Road to reach the stadium. If you’re using public transit, NJ Transit services to New Brunswick are convenient, with campus shuttles and buses available for last-mile access. For accommodations, nearby hotels like Hyatt Regency New Brunswick, The Heldrich, and Extended Stay America Piscataway – Rutgers University offer convenient stays within a short drive. We’ve highlighted affiliate partner options to help you secure comfortable lodging and reliable dining nearby. Ready for game day? secure your seats, and we’ll handle the rest.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 1,500 seats (dugouts and seating surround the field).
  • Address/Location: Hospital Road, Piscataway, NJ 08854 (Rutgers Livingston Campus area).
  • Venue type: Baseball stadium; Home of Rutgers Scarlet Knights baseball.
  • Renamed: In 2007, originally Class of 1953 Gruninger Baseball Complex; renamed Bainton Field in honor of Ron Bainton.
  • Facilities: FieldTurf installed in 2007; lights added in 2023; scoreboard/video display updated.
  • Seating/Viewing: Dugouts and seating for 1,500; notable for behind-home-plate seating and good sightlines.
  • Parking: Baseball/Softball Parking Advisory historically directing fans to RAC green/yellow lots; prior parking guidance published in 2016.
  • Transit/Directions: Primary driving directions via Route 18 and Hospital Road; public transit options via NJ Transit to New Brunswick with campus shuttles/buses available.
  • Nearby hotels: Hyatt Regency New Brunswick (≈1.7 miles), The Heldrich (≈1.8 miles), Extended Stay America Piscataway – Rutgers University (≈2.5 miles).
  • Notable events: Rutgers home games; 2022 Princeton game moved to Bainton Field; 2026 New Jersey high school baseball state championships planned to be held at Bainton Field.