About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot 065 is a centrally positioned open-air surface parking facility situated at 1142 13th Street in the heart of Boulder’s bustling University Hill (affectionately known as \"The Hill\") neighborhood. Directly bordering the western boundary of the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) campus, this public lot provides critical parking infrastructure in an area known for energetic pedestrian activity, collegiate traditions, and historic venues. Because it is an unobstructed surface-level lot, Lot 065 features no overhead clearance barriers, making it an excellent parking choice for tall SUVs, pickup trucks, passenger vans, and vehicles equipped with rooftop ski racks, bike carriers, or cargo boxes that cannot fit into standard subterranean or multi-deck parking garages.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Lot 065 provides immediate, walkable access to Boulder’s premier dining, live entertainment, and academic destinations:

The Fox Theatre: Located directly on 13th Street just steps from the lot, this legendary 625-capacity concert venue regularly hosts nationally touring rock, indie, electronic, and hip-hop acts.
The Hill Dining & Nightlife: Direct pedestrian access to iconic local eateries including The Sink (famed for burgers, pizza, and collegiate history), Illegal Pete\'s, Half Fast Subs, and various coffeehouses and bohemian shops.
University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder): Situated directly across Broadway. Macky Auditorium, the University Memorial Center (UMC), Norlin Quad, and Old Main are within a 5- to 10-minute walk (0.2 to 0.5 miles).
Folsom Field & CU Events Center: Located approximately 12 to 15 minutes away on foot (0.8 miles), making it a convenient off-campus staging point for Buffaloes football games, basketball matchups, and spring commencement ceremonies.
Chautauqua Park & Flatirons Trailheads: A 5-minute drive or scenic 20-minute uphill walk southwest to Boulder’s most famous hiking trails and historical open-space amphitheater.
Downtown Boulder & Pearl Street Mall: Approximately 1 mile north down Broadway, reachable via a 15-minute downhill walk or a 5-minute transit ride on the SKIP or HOP bus.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicle entry and exit are accessed directly from 13th Street, situated between Pennsylvania Avenue and College Avenue. Drivers should be mindful that 13th Street experiences heavy foot, skateboard, and bicycle traffic, particularly when classes let out and during evening concerts. For regional commuters, the lot is easily connected to Broadway (State Highway 93) and Baseline Road, linking seamlessly to US-36 (Denver-Boulder Turnpike). Public transit riders enjoy unbeatable proximity to RTD bus routes along Broadway and Euclid Avenue, including the frequent HOP, SKIP, and Flatiron Flyer (FF1) express buses serving Denver and surrounding RTD park-n-rides.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Headroom: Zero height restrictions, easily accommodating oversized trucks, work vans, and high-clearance sport utility vehicles.
Digital Payment Convenience: Seamless pay-by-plate options supported by on-site automated pay kiosks and mobile payment through the ParkMobile app.
Accessible Parking: Designated ADA-compliant accessible spaces positioned on flat asphalt surfaces close to the street sidewalk.
Nighttime Visibility: Overhead pole illumination providing reliable lighting for evening visitors and concertgoers exiting late.
Flexible Hourly Rates: Convenient short-stay and multi-hour options aligned with municipal parking regulations.

Ideal For

Fox Theatre Concertgoers: Hassle-free parking located practically adjacent to the box office doors.
CU Boulder Visitors & Parents: Perfect for prospective student campus tours, alumni visits, and mid-week lectures on the central quad.
Game Day & Event Attendees: A reliable alternative to heavily congested on-campus athletic parking lots during CU Buffaloes home games.
Hill Shoppers & Foodies: Effortless short-duration parking for lunch stops, casual student dining, and takeout runs along 13th Street.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Arrive Early for Shows: On concert nights at the Fox Theatre or during weekend CU football games, this lot fills rapidly. Plan to arrive at least 45 to 60 minutes before doors open.
Use Mobile Pay: Download and set up the ParkMobile app in advance to extend your parking session remotely without needing to return to the physical pay station.
Pedestrian Awareness: Exercise heightened vigilance when pulling in and backing out, as students and cyclists frequently transit the 13th Street corridor.
Verify Operating & Enforcement Hours: Ensure your plate number is correctly entered into the pay station or mobile app immediately after parking to avoid municipal parking citations.