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Barker–Lane Stadium - home of Campbell Fighting Camels in Buies Creek, North Carolina
NCAA FCS

Barker–Lane StadiumBuies Creek, North Carolina

Campbell Fighting Camels

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Capacity
5,000
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Conference
CAA Football
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Opened
2008
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Surface
N/A

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📖About Barker–Lane Stadium

Barker-Lane Stadium opened in 2008 as Campbell launched its football program. Located in the small town of Buies Creek, the 5,000-seat facility features modern amenities including an 80-foot press box, state-of-the-art HD video board, and chair-back seating options.

🏛️History

Origins

The stadium was built to support Campbell University's inaugural football season in 2008, providing an on-campus venue for the new FCS program.

Major Renovations

2008Stadium opened for Campbell's first football season
2013Major expansion with West stand increased capacity to 5,500
2016State-of-the-art HD Daktronics video board added to north endzone
2018New field turf installed with revamped midfield logo

Notable Moments

2008Campbell football program launched with inaugural season
2018Campbell joined CAA Football from Pioneer Football League

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

The 2013 West stand expansion added 3,000 seats including 867 chair-backs, plus new press box, restrooms, and concessions. Stadium named after entrepreneurs Bob Barker and Dr. Don Lane, who made a $4 million pledge.

Parking Tips

Buies Creek is a very rural location. Most parking is on campus near the stadium. Arrive early as options are limited in this small college town.

Game Day

Campbell offers a small-town college football atmosphere. The rural setting provides a quiet, intimate gameday experience. The HD video board enhances the modern feel despite the modest capacity.

🗺️Local Recommendations

🍽️Restaurants

Dunn Restaurants

$$

Plenty of fast food and chain restaurants in Dunn, 20 minutes south.

📍 12 miles

💡 Dunn is the nearest town with dining variety. Steakhouses available near I-95 hotels.

Lillington Dining

$

Limited dining options in Lillington, 10 minutes north/west.

📍 6 miles

💡 Small town with basic dining. Plan ahead for gameday meals.

🏨Hotels

Microtel Inn & Suites Lillington

$

Peaceful location with scenic drive to Campbell University.

📍 6 miles

💡 Closest hotel option. Book early for football weekends.

Hampton Inn Dunn

$$

Chain hotel near I-95 with more dining options nearby.

📍 12 miles

💡 Most visitors stay in Dunn for better amenities.

🎭Attractions

Campbell University Campus

Free

Starbucks in front of library and campus walking paths.

📍 0.2 miles

💡 Explore the small campus before or after the game.

🅿️Parking Options

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Campus Lots

Lot📍 0.1-0.2 miles

💡 Limited parking in rural Buies Creek. Campus lots are the primary option.

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