Lacrosse Field Dimensions: Men's, Women's, and Youth Measurements
Lacrosse fields differ between men's and women's play and scale down for youth. Here's a complete guide to field size, goal dimensions, crease measurements, and all the key markings for every level.
Whether you're a coach marking a new field, a program director planning facility layout, or a parent trying to understand the game, knowing lacrosse field dimensions is essential. Men's and women's lacrosse use different field sizes, and youth levels scale things down further, so there's more variation than you might expect.
A men's lacrosse field is 110 yards by 60 yards. A women's field is 120 yards by 70 yards. Both sports use 6-by-6-foot goals, but the crease sizes, field markings, and zone restrictions differ between the two games. If you're setting up a field for the first time, getting these measurements right keeps the game fair and safe.
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Lacrosse Field Dimensions at a Glance
Quick reference comparing men's and women's field sizes.
| Measurement | Men's | Women's |
|---|---|---|
| Field Length | 110 yds | 120 yds |
| Field Width | 60 yds | 70 yds |
| Goal Size | 6 ft x 6 ft | 6 ft x 6 ft |
| Crease Radius | 9 ft | 8.5 ft |
| Players Per Side | 10 | 12 |
| Goal Depth (Net) | 7 ft | 7 ft |
| Goal from End Line | 15 yds | 10 yds |
Men's Lacrosse Field Dimensions
110 by 60 yards with distinct offensive and defensive zones.
Field Size: 110 x 60 yards
A men's lacrosse field is 110 yards long and 60 yards wide. The field is divided into three zones: a defensive area, a midfield area, and an offensive area. The two restraining lines are 20 yards from each goal line and run the full width of the field. These lines create the restraining boxes that limit how many players can be in the offensive and defensive zones during settled play.
Goal and Crease
The goal sits 15 yards from the end line, centered between the sidelines. The goal is 6 feet wide by 6 feet tall with a 7-foot deep net. Surrounding the goal is the crease, a circle with a 9-foot radius centered on the goal line midway between the posts. Offensive players cannot enter the crease, and any goal scored while an offensive player is in the crease is disallowed. Goalkeepers have special privileges inside the crease, including a 4-second shot clock reset.
Face-Off and Wing Areas
Face-offs happen at the center X at midfield. Two wing lines run parallel to the sidelines, 10 yards from the center line. Wing players must stand on these lines during face-offs. The wing areas are important because they affect how quickly a team can transition after winning a face-off. The center circle at midfield has a radius of 10 yards.
Restraining Box
The restraining box on each end is 35 yards wide and extends 20 yards from the goal line. During settled situations, only 6 offensive players and 7 defensive players (including the goalie) can be inside the box. This rule prevents teams from overloading the offensive zone and keeps the game flowing. The restraining box is unique to men's lacrosse.
Women's Lacrosse Field Dimensions
Larger field with 12 players per side and different zone rules.
Field Size: 120 x 70 yards
The women's lacrosse field is 120 yards long and 70 yards wide, making it the largest field in lacrosse. The extra space accommodates 12 players per side (compared to 10 in men's). The field has a center line and restraining lines 30 yards from each goal line. The larger field allows for more open play and puts a premium on speed and endurance.
Goal and Crease
The goal is the same 6 by 6 feet with a 7-foot deep net. It sits 10 yards from the end line (5 yards closer to the end line than in men's lacrosse). The crease has an 8.5-foot radius, slightly smaller than the men's 9-foot crease. In women's lacrosse, the crease rules have been updated in recent years. Currently, no player other than the goalkeeper may enter the crease with the ball.
Draw Circle
Instead of face-offs, women's lacrosse starts play with a draw at the center circle. The draw circle has a 10-yard radius. Two players stand at the center, sticks back-to-back, and the ball is placed between the sticks. On the whistle, both players push up and away to release the ball. Other players must remain outside the circle until the ball is released.
Youth Lacrosse Field Dimensions
US Lacrosse recommends scaled-down fields for younger players.
8U and 10U Fields
For the youngest age groups, US Lacrosse recommends smaller fields to keep the game manageable. 8U fields are approximately 60 by 35 yards, and 10U fields are about 80 by 40 yards. These smaller fields work with the reduced roster sizes (7v7 for the youngest levels, building up to 10v10 by age 12). Goals may be smaller (4 by 4 feet) for the youngest divisions. Creases are typically 6 feet in radius.
12U and 14U Fields
By 12U, most programs move to full-size goals (6 by 6 feet) and fields that are close to regulation. 12U boys typically play on a 100-by-55-yard field, while 14U generally uses the full 110-by-60-yard men's field. Girls' youth lacrosse similarly scales up toward the full 120-by-70-yard dimensions by 14U. If your youth team needs lacrosse uniforms, order early in the season to make sure everything arrives on time.
Understanding the Field Layout
A walk-through of how a lacrosse field is organized.
Standing at one end line of a men's lacrosse field and looking across, here's what you'll see. The goal sits 15 yards in from the end line, centered between the sidelines. The crease circles around the goal with a 9-foot radius. Behind the goal, there's 15 yards of playable area between the goal and the end line. This area behind the goal (called "X") is heavily used in lacrosse. Teams run their offense from behind the goal far more than in any other sport.
Moving toward midfield, the restraining line runs across the field 20 yards from the goal line. Past midfield, you'll find the center X where face-offs happen, flanked by the wing lines 10 yards to each side. The opposite half is a mirror image.
The sidelines and end lines define the field boundary. A ball that crosses the boundary results in possession for the team that didn't touch it last. The substitution area (the "box") is on one sideline at midfield, typically 10 yards on each side of the center line.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dimensions of a lacrosse field?
A men's lacrosse field is 110 yards long and 60 yards wide. A women's lacrosse field is 120 yards long and 70 yards wide. The women's field is larger because there are 12 players per side instead of 10, and the game traditionally uses more of the field. Youth fields may be smaller, with US Lacrosse recommending reduced dimensions for younger age groups.
How big is a lacrosse goal?
A regulation lacrosse goal is 6 feet wide and 6 feet tall, with a 7-foot deep net. This is the same size for both men's and women's lacrosse at the high school and college level. Youth leagues may use smaller 4-by-4-foot goals for the youngest age groups.
How big is the lacrosse crease?
The goal crease in men's lacrosse is a circle with a 9-foot radius centered on the goal line. In women's lacrosse, the crease is an 8.5-foot radius circle. The crease is a protected area around the goal. In men's lacrosse, offensive players cannot enter the crease. In women's lacrosse, players from both teams cannot enter the crease, though the rules have evolved in recent years.
What is the difference between men's and women's lacrosse fields?
The women's field is larger (120 by 70 yards vs 110 by 60 yards for men's). Women's lacrosse has 12 players per side instead of 10. The men's field has a restraining box that limits the number of players in the offensive and defensive zones. The women's field uses a draw circle at midfield instead of a face-off X. Both use 6-by-6-foot goals, but crease sizes differ slightly.
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