About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot C at 925 E Main St is an essential open-air surface parking facility serving Radford University and the surrounding East Main Street corridor in Radford, Virginia. Positioned right along the primary university thoroughfare, this surface lot provides straightforward ground-level parking with clearly demarcated bays and ample drive-aisle space. Because it is an outdoor facility with no overhead decks or low clearance bars, Lot C easily accommodates all passenger vehicle types, including full-sized pickup trucks, oversized SUVs, conversion vans, and commercial service vehicles without height-clearance restrictions.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located on the edge of Radford University\'s scenic campus, Lot C serves as an ideal base for attending campus events, visiting faculty or students, and exploring local community spots. Key nearby destinations include:

Radford University Main Campus: Immediate pedestrian access to core academic buildings, residence halls, and university green spaces.
Dedmon Center Athletics Complex: Located just across the New River via University Drive (approximately a 10 to 15-minute walk or a 3-minute drive), home to Highlanders basketball, volleyball, and university athletics.
Covington Center for Visual and Performing Arts: Just minutes away on foot for university concerts, recitals, and art gallery exhibits.
Downtown Radford & East Main Dining: Steps away from popular local eateries, coffee shops, delis, and student hangouts along East Main Street.
Bisset Park & New River: Close proximity to riverfront walking trails, picnic shelters, and outdoor recreation areas along the New River.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are straightforward via East Main Street (US Route 11), one of Radford\'s primary commercial and commuter arteries. The entrance offers good sightlines and smooth traffic integration during standard operating hours. Motorists coming from Interstate 81 can easily reach the lot via Exit 109 onto Tyler Avenue (Route 177) directly connecting to East Main Street. For public transportation, Radford Transit bus routes operate frequent loops across the university campus and link directly to regional destinations including Christiansburg and Blacksburg.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-air surface parking with no vertical vehicle clearance limitations.
Designated accessible (ADA) parking spaces located convenient to sidewalk access ramps.
Equipped with exterior night lighting and regular monitoring by Radford University Police Department.
Convenient mobile payment integration (such as the ParkMobile app) and university visitor permit access.
Direct sidewalk connections to campus pathways and crosswalks along East Main Street.

Ideal For

Radford University faculty, staff, and enrolled students with valid campus parking permits.
Campus visitors attending academic lectures, admissions tours, or athletic events.
Patrons visiting local shops, restaurants, and professional offices along the East Main Street district.
Event attendees visiting nearby performance halls and sports facilities.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Parking regulations on campus lots are actively enforced during university business hours (typically Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM). Visitors should always look for posted signage denoting permit zones versus metered/visitor spaces. If you do not hold an annual university parking permit, be sure to purchase a temporary visitor pass online or register your vehicle via the ParkMobile app before leaving your car. During peak university events, move-in weekends, or Highlander basketball home games, arrive 20 to 30 minutes early to secure a convenient space.