Gorilla Village

Gorilla Village encompasses several structures east of Carnie Smith Stadium, including the Gazebo, the East Shelter (the shelter closest to the brown parking lot), and the West Shelter (the shelter closest to the stadium). It can be accessed from the Hike-Bike Trail that runs east and west from Joplin to Rouse, and is adjacent to the University Lake and to Champions Plaza — the heart of tailgating on game day. Anyone is welcome here — students, alumni, employees, community members, and visitors. Walk a dog, eat a picnic, stroll around the lake.