Reser Stadium
Reser Stadium is a college football stadium in Corvallis, Oregon, home of the Oregon State Beavers, who play in the Pac-12 of NCAA Division I FBS. It opened in 1953, making it 73 years old in 2026 and seats 35,548 fans. It ranks 4th of 8 in the Pac-12 by capacity.
The team plays on artificial turf. Its record crowd is 47,249 vs. Oregon (2012).
Stadium facts
- Location
- Corvallis, Oregon
- Home of
- Oregon State Beavers
- School
- Oregon State University
- Conference
- Pac-12
- Subdivision
- Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS)
- Opened
- 1953
- Capacity
- 35,548
- Playing surface
- Artificial turf
- Former names
- Parker Stadium (1953-1999)
- Record crowd
- 47,249 vs. Oregon (2012)
- Size rank in FBS
- 83rd of 138
Famous games at Reser Stadium
- First game: Oregon State 7, Washington State 0 (1953)
- Record crowd vs. No. 5 Oregon (2012)
Game day
Tradition. An oversized chainsaw in the Reser's Terrace section is part of the game-day show, and bronze fan statues greet visitors at the east entrance.
Tailgating. Tailgating in the lots may start six hours before kickoff (not before 7 AM) and must stay within your space; grills are banned in the parking structure.
Parking. Reser lot spaces are reserved season passes, while cash-only game-day lots ($20-$45) open six hours early; $10 shuttles run from the Benton County Fairgrounds, 9th Street and downtown.
Plan your trip to Reser Stadium
Stadiums near Reser Stadium10
- 1FBSAutzen Stadium — Oregon Ducks 35 mi
- 2FCSHillsboro Stadium — Portland State Vikings 68 mi
- 3FBSHusky Stadium — Washington Huskies 214 mi
- 4FBSMartin Stadium — Washington State Cougars 330 mi
- 5FCSP1FCU Kibbie Dome — Idaho Vandals 338 mi
- 6FCSRoos Field — Eastern Washington Eagles 340 mi
- 7FBSAlbertsons Stadium — Boise State Broncos 357 mi
- 8FBSMackay Stadium — Nevada Wolf Pack 390 mi
- 9FCSUC Davis Health Stadium — UC Davis Aggies 423 mi
- 10FBSHornet Stadium — Sacramento State Hornets 424 mi
Questions about Reser Stadium
Where do the Oregon State Beavers play home games?
The Oregon State Beavers play at Reser Stadium in Corvallis, Oregon.
How many people does Reser Stadium hold?
Reser Stadium has a capacity of 35,548.
When did Reser Stadium open?
Reser Stadium opened in 1953.
What is the attendance record at Reser Stadium?
The record crowd at Reser Stadium is 47,249 vs. Oregon (2012).
Where do fans tailgate at Reser Stadium?
Tailgating in the lots may start six hours before kickoff (not before 7 AM) and must stay within your space; grills are banned in the parking structure.
Where do I park for games at Reser Stadium?
Reser lot spaces are reserved season passes, while cash-only game-day lots ($20-$45) open six hours early; $10 shuttles run from the Benton County Fairgrounds, 9th Street and downtown.
Does Reser Stadium have grass or turf?
Reser Stadium has an artificial turf field.
What other college football stadiums are near Reser Stadium?
Autzen Stadium in Eugene is about 35 miles away. See the full list of nearby stadiums on this page.
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