Facility Overview
Lot C at the University of Hartford is a prominent open-air surface parking facility situated on the university\'s main suburban campus at 200 Bloomfield Avenue in West Hartford, Connecticut. Serving students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors, Lot C provides spacious outdoor vehicle stalls arrayed along clearly marked asphalt driving lanes. Because it is a completely uncovered ground-level lot, it does not have vertical clearance restrictions, making it an ideal choice for high-roof commercial vans, lifted pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, and rooftop cargo carriers, in addition to standard passenger sedans and hatchbacks.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Strategically positioned near the heart of the University of Hartford campus, Lot C provides seamless pedestrian access to major collegiate venues, academic centers, and cultural hubs:
- Chase Arena & Reich Family Pavilion: Located just a 3 to 5-minute walk away, making this lot prime parking for Hartford Hawks athletic events, college basketball games, and commencement activities.
- Lincoln Theater & The Hartt School: Within a 5-minute walk, offering exceptional convenience for attendees of classical music concerts, theater productions, and dance recitals.
- Gengras Student Union (GSU) & Konover Campus Center: Accessible in approximately 4 minutes on foot for dining, student services, and campus meetings.
- Joseloff Gallery & Hartford Art School: Situated within a 6-minute stroll across campus walkways.
- Elizabeth Park Rose Garden: Just a 5-minute drive (1.5 miles) south, renowned for its historic rose gardens and seasonal botanical displays.
- Blue Back Square & West Hartford Center: Located roughly 10 minutes (3.5 miles) southwest, featuring premium shopping, artisan cafes, and vibrant evening dining.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Lot C is readily accessed via the main campus entrance off Bloomfield Avenue (Route 189) or through the secondary entrance from Albany Avenue (Route 44). Once on campus perimeter roads, prominent university wayfinding signage directs drivers directly to Lot C. Exiting after large athletic events or arts performances is straightforward, with campus safety personnel frequently assisting traffic flow onto Bloomfield Avenue. For commuters utilizing public transit, CTtransit bus routes (including Route 56 and Route 58 along Bloomfield and Albany Avenues) stop near the campus perimeter, linking riders directly to downtown Hartford and Union Station.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous bay spacing with no height restrictions to accommodate oversized vehicles.
- Accessible ADA Parking: Dedicated ADA-compliant stalls located close to campus pedestrian walkways with curb cuts.
- Campus Safety & Illumination: High-mast pole lighting illuminates the lot after dark, supplemented by regular patrols from University of Hartford Public Safety and nearby emergency blue-light call boxes.
- Paved Walkways: Direct, paved pedestrian connections linking directly to core academic and student life facilities.
Ideal For
- Hawks Sports Fans: Attending basketball, volleyball, or special events at the Sports Center and Chase Arena.
- Arts & Performance Patrons: Visiting the Lincoln Theater or attending Hartt School musical recitals and masterclasses.
- Prospective Students & Families: Taking campus tours and attending university open house events.
- Faculty, Staff & Commuter Students: Daily campus parking with designated university permits.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Drivers visiting during standard weekday business hours should check with University of Hartford Public Safety regarding temporary visitor permits or designated visitor stalls to avoid ticketing. When attending major athletic tournaments, concerts, or commencement ceremonies, plan to arrive 20 to 30 minutes before start times to secure a stall close to the pedestrian pathways, and enter via Bloomfield Avenue for the most direct route.
