About this Location

Facility Overview

Highlands Guest Parking is an open-air surface parking area situated at 965 Canyon Ridge Road in the scenic western district of Blacksburg, Virginia. Serving the Highlands at Hethwood residential community, this dedicated parking facility provides organized parking bays for visitors, guests, and prospective residents. Because the lot is completely open-air without height restriction bars or low-ceiling garage decks, it comfortably accommodates a wide variety of vehicles, including standard compact cars, mid-size sedans, full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, and taller passenger vans. Marked parking stalls and wide drive aisles make maneuvering and parking simple and stress-free.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Nestled in the master-planned Hethwood neighborhood, Highlands Guest Parking provides convenient access to residential residences, neighborhood trails, and community amenities:

The Highlands at Hethwood Clubhouse & Amenities: Steps away from community recreational facilities, including swimming pools, tennis courts, and neighborhood walking paths.
Hethwood Duck Pond & Greenways: Within a 5- to 10-minute walk, offering scenic waterfront paths, picnic pavilions, and direct connections to the Hethwood Trail network.
Virginia Tech Campus: Located approximately 2.5 miles east down Prices Fork Road, placing Lane Stadium, Cassell Coliseum, the Moss Arts Center, and the Drillfield within a quick 7- to 10-minute drive or direct bus ride.
Prices Fork Shopping & Dining: A 3-minute drive to nearby neighborhood retail centers featuring local cafes, grocery markets, and fast-casual eateries.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are straightforward via Canyon Ridge Road, directly accessible from Heather Drive and Prices Fork Road. Traffic flow within the residential area is relaxed and low-speed, ensuring smooth entry and exit throughout the day and evening. For those traveling by public transportation, Blacksburg Transit (BT) operates frequent routes through Hethwood (specifically the Hethwood / HWD route), linking Canyon Ridge Road directly to the Virginia Tech campus, Montgomery County destinations, and downtown Blacksburg. Drivers connecting regionally enjoy fast access to US-460 Bypass via Prices Fork Road, offering a seamless route to Christiansburg and Interstate 81.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Stalls: Level asphalt surface with clear white stall striping and generous turning radiuses.
No Height Clearance Restrictions: Uncovered layout easily handles high-profile passenger vehicles, roof racks, and tall utility vehicles.
Evening Illumination: Streetlamps and pole-mounted outdoor lighting cover the parking perimeter and walkways.
Pedestrian Connectivity: Directly connected to ADA-compliant paved sidewalks leading to surrounding apartment buildings and greenway trails.
Transit Accessibility: Minutes on foot to dedicated Blacksburg Transit bus stops serving campus routes.

Ideal For

Friends & Family of Residents: Dedicated short-term and overnight parking for visitors to The Highlands at Hethwood.
Prospective Renters: Convenient parking when visiting the leasing office and touring neighborhood model units.
Outdoor Enthusiasts: Visitors accessing adjacent Hethwood fitness paths and scenic recreational parks.
Carpoolers & Bus Commuters: Staging point for residents meeting up or connecting to Virginia Tech transit.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Visitors are advised to check posted signage upon parking, as guest parking permits, digital guest registration, or time-limited parking regulations may be enforced by property management to prevent unauthorized commuter parking. When visiting during high-volume university periods—such as Virginia Tech move-in weekends, commencement ceremonies, or home football game weekends—spaces can fill up earlier than usual. Set your navigation GPS directly to 965 Canyon Ridge Road, and park strictly within marked white lines to ensure fire lanes and resident spaces remain clear.