About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot A is an expansive open-air university surface parking facility serving the western perimeter of California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB), situated along W Devils Canyon Levee Road and adjacent campus bypasses in San Bernardino, CA. Designed with wide maneuvering lanes and standard stall dimensions, this lot provides ground-level parking for a broad variety of vehicles. Because it is completely open-air without height restrictions, standard sedans, compacts, full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, and high-clearance utility vans can park comfortably without the overhead limitations found in multi-level parking decks.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated directly on the CSUSB university grounds, Lot A provides prime pedestrian access to core academic buildings, student services, and regional event spaces. Key points of interest in direct walking distance or a brief campus stroll include:

CSUSB Campus Core & Academic Halls: Minutes on foot to the Santos Manuel Student Union, John M. Pfau Library, and adjacent academic complexes.
Coussoulis Arena: Located within a short walk across campus, hosting NCAA Division II Coyote athletic games, commencement ceremonies, trade shows, and regional concerts.
CSUSB Student Recreation & Wellness Center: Conveniently accessible for students, faculty, and community members attending campus fitness activities.
Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art (RAFFMA): Situated on the CSUSB grounds, offering rotating cultural, historic, and ancient artifact exhibits.
San Bernardino Foothills & Hiking Trails: Serving outdoor enthusiasts exploring scenic perimeter walking paths and nearby foothills of the San Bernardino National Forest.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Lot A is accessed via West Campus driveways off W Northpark Boulevard and University Parkway, with W Devils Canyon Levee Road skirting the western edge of the facility. The open layout allows straightforward ingress and egress even during morning class rushes and large-scale evening gatherings at Coussoulis Arena. Regional connectivity is exceptional, with rapid access to Interstate 215 (I-215) via University Parkway, which ties directly into Interstate 15 (I-15) and State Route 210 (Foothill Freeway). Public transit connections are available on campus via Omnitrans bus routes, including the sbX Green Line rapid transit running to and from the San Bernardino Transit Center.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Spacious open-air asphalt surface parking with clearly demarcated directional lanes and numbered stalls.
Zero vertical height restrictions, accommodating high-roof vans, lifted trucks, and commercial service vehicles.
Designated accessible (ADA) parking spaces situated close to main pedestrian sidewalks and accessible curb ramps.
Automated digital pay stations and mobile permit payment options (via campus digital parking portals or ParkMobile).
Campus safety features including overhead area illumination and routine patrols by the CSUSB University Police Department.

Ideal For

CSUSB students, faculty, adjuncts, and university staff parking for daily classes and departmental work.
Visitors attending academic conferences, guest lectures, and campus tours.
Sports fans and event attendees visiting Coussoulis Arena or campus athletic fields.
Local visitors accessing university library archives, museum galleries, or public events.

Visitor & Driver Tips

University parking regulations are actively monitored and enforced throughout the academic year. Daily visitors should purchase a digital daily or hourly permit via on-site kiosks or the designated mobile app immediately upon arrival to avoid citations. During peak class changes (mid-mornings Monday through Thursday) and major campus celebrations like commencement, arrive 20 to 30 minutes early to secure a prime space close to your campus destination. Inputting CSUSB Parking Lot A directly into your GPS navigation app ensures clean routing onto West Campus driveways.