About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot 8 is an outdoor surface parking lot situated on the eastern side of the Brigham Young University (BYU) campus along East Campus Drive in Provo, Utah. As a dedicated ground-level campus parking facility, Lot 8 offers open-sky parking without vertical height restrictions, making it an accommodating choice for a wide spectrum of passenger vehicles. Drivers of standard sedans, compact cars, full-size pickup trucks, crossover SUVs, and high-roof passenger vans can park comfortably without the clearance concerns typical of multi-level garages. The lot features wide circulation lanes, clear asphalt striping, and direct driveway access off East Campus Drive, enabling straightforward navigation and parking maneuvers throughout the academic year.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned along the vibrant East Campus corridor of BYU, Lot 8 is ideally placed for accessing academic facilities, cultural venues, and athletic complexes across the university grounds:

BYU Engineering & Applied Sciences Complex: Situated just a short 2 to 5-minute walk from major academic buildings including the Clyde Building, Crabtree Technology Building, and Fletcher Building.
Wilkinson Student Center (WSC): A brief 6 to 8-minute walk to BYU’s central student union, home to dining services, the BYU Store, student services, and bowling alley.
Gordon B. Hinckley Alumni and Visitors Center: Located within a 7 to 10-minute stroll, providing campus tours and welcoming alumni and prospective students.
Miller Park & BYU Athletics: Less than a 10-minute walk to Larry H. Miller Field (baseball and softball), and within walking or transit range of the Marriott Center and LaVell Edwards Stadium on game days.
BYU Creamery on Ninth: Approximately an 8 to 10-minute walk eastward to Provo’s iconic ice cream and grocery destination.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Lot 8 is easily reached from University Parkway (Utah State Route 265) via 900 East or 450 East, feeding directly into East Campus Drive. Ingress and egress are straightforward during standard hours, though drivers should anticipate moderate pedestrian traffic when classes dismiss. For transit users, the lot is located close to Utah Transit Authority (UTA) bus stops along East Campus Drive and 900 East, including connections to the Utah Valley Express (UVX) bus rapid transit line, which offers frequent, free connections between the Provo FrontRunner commuter rail station, BYU campus, and Orem Central Station. Major regional roadways, including US-89 and Interstate 15, are accessible within a 10 to 12-minute drive.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-air surface parking layout with clear pavement markings and spacious stalls.
Unrestricted vertical clearance accommodating lifted trucks, cargo vans, and tall SUVs.
Dedicated Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible stalls conveniently positioned near pedestrian walkways.
Illuminated parking field with campus light poles and routine patrols by BYU Police & Parking Services.
Pedestrian pathways connecting directly to central campus walkways and sidewalk networks.
Close proximity to UTA UVX bus rapid transit stops for campus and regional connection.

Ideal For

BYU faculty, staff, and registered university permit holders commuting to academic departments on East Campus.
Students and study groups accessing the Clyde, Crabtree, and Fletcher engineering facilities.
Visitors attending academic presentations, department meetings, or community campus tours.
Campus eventgoers taking advantage of open parking regulations during sanctioned evening and weekend hours.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Campus parking enforcement at BYU is strictly observed on weekdays. Between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM (or 7:00 PM depending on specific permit classifications), standard stalls in Lot 8 require a valid BYU parking permit. Visitors planning to park during daytime business hours must register their vehicle online with BYU Parking Services or utilize official designated visitor lots located near the Hinckley Center or Student Athlete Building. Parking restrictions typically relax after 4:00 PM or 7:00 PM on weekdays and through the weekend, allowing general public access; however, drivers should always consult posted signs at the entrance to ensure compliance and avoid citations.