Facility Overview

Situated in the heart of the Salt Lake Valley’s western suburbs, the 5938 W 6200 S Parking facility serves Kearns, Utah, as an essential multimodal parking resource and designated Utah Transit Authority (UTA) Park and Ride lot. Arranged as an expansive, single-level open-air surface asphalt lot on a multi-acre parcel, the property provides straightforward, ground-level vehicle accommodations. The facility features standard 90-degree parking bays, wide two-way driving aisles, and clear visual sightlines across the lot, making vehicle maneuvering stress-free.

Because the facility is entirely outdoors with zero overhead height restrictions, it offers unlimited vertical clearance. This makes it exceptionally well suited not only for standard sedans and compact crossovers, but also for large passenger trucks (such as Ford F-150s and Ram 2500s), full-size SUVs, high-roof conversion vans, and commercial fleet vehicles that cannot enter conventional downtown multi-story parking garages.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned along 6200 South between the Mountain View Corridor (UT-85) and 5600 West, this location serves as a strategic gateway to Kearns, West Valley City, and West Jordan. Drivers benefit from convenient proximity to prominent Salt Lake County sports, entertainment, and recreational venues:

• Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre (formerly USANA Amphitheatre): Located approximately 2.5 miles northwest, this 20,000-seat amphitheater is Utah’s premier outdoor concert venue hosting top national touring acts.
• Utah Olympic Oval & Oquirrh Park: Located about 2.2 miles northeast, this legendary 2002 Winter Olympics venue features the world’s fastest indoor speed skating ice oval, running tracks, and community ice sports, alongside the expansive Kearns Oquirrh Park Fitness Center (KOPFC).
• The Ridge Golf Club: Approximately 2.8 miles northwest, offering an 18-hole championship public golf layout with panoramic views of the Wasatch Mountain Range.
• Local Dining & Retail Plazas: Moments from commercial retail nodes along 5600 West and 6200 South, featuring regional grocery stores, casual dining eateries, and neighborhood services.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Navigating to and from the facility is smooth and straightforward. Ingress and egress are provided via dedicated, curb-cut driveways directly connecting to 6200 South, an arterial east-west corridor designed to handle steady suburban traffic volume. Motorists entering from the regional highway network can take the Mountain View Corridor (UT-85) just west of the facility or connect to Bangerter Highway (UT-154) approximately 2.5 miles to the east, providing rapid links to Salt Lake City International Airport and Interstate 15.

For commuters seeking a car-free route across the valley, this facility functions as an official UTA Park and Ride hub. Passengers can park their vehicles and board UTA Route 62 (6200 South bus line), which runs east directly to the Fashion Place West TRAX Station, connecting riders to the TRAX Red and Blue light rail lines servicing Downtown Salt Lake City, the University of Utah, and Sandy.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Open-Air Surface Lot: Ground-level asphalt layout with unobstructed headroom, accommodating tall vehicles, trucks, and vans.
• Direct Public Transit Integration: Designated UTA Park and Ride lot with curbside connections to Route 62 bus service.
• ADA Accessible Stalls: Clearly marked accessible parking spaces situated near walkways with curb cuts for smooth pedestrian access.
• Generous Driving Lanes: Wide two-way interior traffic lanes that allow easy turnaround and safe navigation.
• Exterior Nighttime Lighting: Overhead pole-mounted luminaires providing visibility and comfort during early morning and late evening commutes.
• Free Commuter Parking: Complimentary parking privileges for active transit riders utilizing the Utah Transit Authority system.

Ideal For

• Daily Transit Commuters: Suburban drivers heading into Downtown Salt Lake City, Murray, or the University of Utah who want to avoid freeway gridlock by transferring to UTA bus and TRAX rail lines.
• Carpoolers and Vanpool Groups: An easily accessible suburban meetup point for rideshare carpools traveling along Mountain View Corridor or across Salt Lake County.
• Full-Size Vehicle Owners: Tradespeople and drivers of lifted trucks, cargo vans, or roof-rack-equipped SUVs that require unlimited overhead clearance.
• Eventgoers & Recreators: Visitors accessing nearby sports leagues at Oquirrh Park, skating programs at the Utah Olympic Oval, or community events in Kearns.

Visitor & Driver Tips

• Observe Commuter Parking Regulations: Free commuter parking is reserved for active UTA transit passengers and park-and-ride patrons. Ensure you are utilizing the transit system during your stay.
• Sunday Use Restrictions: Under UTA’s community partnership agreement for church-affiliated parking lots, park-and-ride commuter privileges are restricted on Sundays to preserve lot capacity for on-site church worship services.
• Event Traffic Planning: When major concerts take place at Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre, traffic along 5600 West and 6200 South can increase significantly. Arrive early and plan alternate routes via 5400 South or Mountain View Corridor to avoid congestion.
• Winter Weather Precautions: During Utah’s winter months, allow extra stopping distance across the surface asphalt and park away from designated snow removal push-piles.