About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot F at Radford University is a paved, open-air surface parking facility situated along Tyler Avenue (VA-177) in Radford, Virginia. Serving as a crucial parking hub for the university community and campus guests, this lot offers direct ground-level access without the height restrictions typical of multi-level garages. The open layout accommodates a broad spectrum of passenger vehicles, including compact sedans, full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, and standard passenger vans, with clear visibility and generous turning radii throughout the parking aisles.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Conveniently located along Tyler Avenue on the southern edge of Radford University\'s main campus, Lot F places visitors within easy walking distance of prominent academic, administrative, and recreational facilities:

Hurlburt Student Center & Bonnie Student Center: Located within a short 5- to 8-minute walk, offering dining, student activities, and campus meeting spaces.
Kyle Hall (Davis College of Business and Economics): Positioned directly across Tyler Avenue and easily reachable in 3 to 5 minutes on foot.
Dedmon Center: Situated along the New River just over half a mile away, hosting Radford Highlanders basketball, volleyball, and major campus athletic events.
Covington Center for Visual and Performing Arts: A brisk 7- to 10-minute walk for patrons attending concerts, gallery exhibitions, and theatrical productions.
Downtown Radford & Norwood Street: Located within 10 to 15 minutes on foot or a 2-minute drive, featuring local diners, cafes, and retail shops.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Lot F offers direct vehicular ingress and egress from Tyler Avenue, a primary arterial route connecting directly to Interstate 81 (Exit 109) approximately 4 miles to the south. Navigating to and from the lot is straightforward, with dedicated turn lanes facilitating smooth entry during peak morning class hours and athletic events. Public transit riders benefit from Radford Transit bus routes operating along Tyler Avenue and surrounding campus loops, providing convenient connections to the Dedmon Center, off-campus apartment complexes, Fairlawn shopping centers, and downtown Christiansburg.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Spacious, clearly marked open-air surface parking stalls.
Zero vertical clearance restrictions, making it suitable for high-clearance vehicles and roof racks.
Accessible parking spaces designated in compliance with ADA standards near main pedestrian sidewalks.
Nighttime illumination via high-efficiency campus pole lighting and nearby emergency call boxes (Blue Light towers).
Convenient digital payment and visitor permitting managed via the ParkMobile mobile application.
Proximity to campus shuttle stops serviced by Radford Transit.

Ideal For

Radford University students, faculty, and administrative staff with valid campus parking permits.
Campus visitors attending admissions tours, academic conferences, and guest lectures.
Fans and patrons visiting campus for Highlander athletic competitions, art exhibits, and performing arts events.
Commuters seeking convenient parking adjacent to the Davis College of Business and main campus quads.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Parking regulations on campus are strictly monitored by Radford University Parking and Transportation Services. During standard academic hours (Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM), vehicles must display a valid university permit or pay for visitor time using the ParkMobile app corresponding to the posted zone signage. Regulations may be relaxed during weekends and observed university holidays, but drivers should always check posted signage at the lot entrance for current enforcement notices, reserved stall designations, and special event restrictions.