About this Location

Facility Overview

The Colby-Sawyer Tennis Court Parking lot is an outdoor, open-air surface parking area situated on the scenic hillside campus of Colby-Sawyer College in New London, New Hampshire. Serving the athletic quadrant of the campus, this facility directly borders the college’s outdoor tennis courts (the Kelsey Tennis Courts) and is situated immediately adjacent to the Dan and Kathleen Hogan Sports Center and the Sally Shaw Veitch Track and Field facility. Because the facility is entirely ground-level and open-air, it features no overhead height restrictions, making it exceptionally accessible for standard passenger sedans, crossovers, full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, and team passenger vans. Marked bays allow for straightforward self-parking, and wide driving lanes accommodate two-way circulation even during regional athletic meets.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned right along the southern corridor of Colby-Sawyer’s campus, this parking lot offers unmatched proximity to collegiate sports and campus life:

Kelsey Tennis Courts: Direct step-out access onto the courts, ideal for NCAA Division III Chargers tennis matches, campus clinics, and recreational play.
Dan & Kathleen Hogan Sports Center: Located less than a 2-minute walk away (under 300 feet), providing access to the college fitness center, Coffin Field House, swimming pool, and athletic training facilities.
Sally Shaw Veitch Track & Field & Mercer Field: Approximately a 3-minute walk (0.1 miles), hosting collegiate soccer, track & field, and lacrosse events.
Sawyer Fine Arts Center & Gordon Hall: A 5-minute stroll through campus walkways to theater productions, musical recitals, and academic exhibitions.
Historic New London Town Center: A pleasant 10-to-15-minute walk (0.5 miles) or a 2-minute drive to Main Street’s quaint local cafes, bookshops, and dining spots such as the Flying Goose Brew Pub and Tucker\'s.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicular ingress and egress are provided via Seamans Road and Campus Drive, which connect directly to New Hampshire Route 114 (Main Street) and New Hampshire Route 11. Regional drivers can easily reach the campus via Interstate 89 (Exit 11 or Exit 12), located less than 3 miles away, offering seamless highway links to Concord, Manchester, Lebanon, and Hanover. While public municipal transit is limited in this rural lake and mountain region, regional bus connections are accessible via Dartmouth Coach stops in nearby New London/Sutton. Paved campus walkways and crosswalks link the tennis parking area directly to student residence halls and core campus buildings.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous vertical clearance with no overhead structures, easily accommodating taller passenger vehicles, roof racks, and oversized utility trucks.
ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking bays situated with barrier-free, ramp-connected access to the athletic complex and court gates.
Illuminated Grounds: Campus lighting poles strategically placed across the lot for evening matches, late workouts, and student safety.
Proximity to Indoor Facilities: Direct pedestrian routes to restrooms, locker facilities, and water stations inside the Hogan Sports Center during open operating hours.
Colby-Sawyer Campus Safety Patrols: Regularly monitored by Colby-Sawyer College Campus Safety personnel to maintain a secure environment.

Ideal For

Athletic Event Spectators: Visiting families and college sports enthusiasts attending Chargers tennis matches, track meets, and basketball tournaments.
Student & Faculty Commuters: Permit holders and campus community members accessing athletic amenities and southern campus buildings.
Visiting Teams & Officials: Convenient staging and vehicle parking for opposing sports teams, referees, and coaching staff.
Recreational Visitors: Community members participating in open swim, public court hours, or fitness memberships at the athletic center.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During weekday class sessions, Colby-Sawyer College actively enforces campus parking permit regulations; visitors should verify posted signage or obtain a temporary guest permit from Campus Safety if staying for extended weekday academic visits. During scheduled weekend athletic tournaments and home games, spaces fill quickly, so arriving 20 to 30 minutes before match time is highly advised. Winter visitors should note that New Hampshire weather may prompt temporary snow removal operations; park strictly within designated marked lines to ensure maintenance plows can keep driving lanes fully cleared.