About this Location

Facility Overview

O-zone Parking (historically and locally recognized in conjunction with the University of Utah parking system and the adjacent medical center facilities) is located at 11 S Wasatch Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84112. Positioned in the upper campus and Health Sciences district along the foothills of the Wasatch Range, the site functions primarily as an open-air surface parking lot. Due to its open-sky configuration, there are no structural overhead clearance barriers or low ceilings to navigate, making it exceptionally versatile for standard passenger cars, large four-door pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, and commercial service vans. Drivers operating high-profile roof racks, cargo boxes, or lifted light utility trucks will find the layout straightforward compared to restrictive multi-level parking garages.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated directly along Wasatch Drive on the eastern edge of the University of Utah campus, this facility places visitors right beside prominent medical, academic, and athletic venues. Primary Children's Hospital and the University of Utah Hospital complex are located within a 5- to 10-minute walk or a brief ride on the campus shuttle network. Higher education and research facilities such as the Merrill Engineering Building, Warnock Engineering Building, and the George S. Eccles Student Life Center are reachable within 7 to 12 minutes on foot. Athletics and entertainment destinations, including the Huntsman Center (approx. 15 minutes walking) and Rice-Eccles Stadium (home of Utah Utes football and major stadium concerts, reachable within a 5-minute transit ride via TRAX or direct shuttle), make this area a prime overflow parking resource on campus. Outdoor enthusiasts will also appreciate direct proximity to Red Butte Canyon trails and the Bonneville Shoreline Trail network.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Access to the lot is handled via S Wasatch Drive, an arterial corridor that loops around the east edge of the campus, connecting seamlessly with Mario Capecchi Drive to the north and South Campus Drive / 500 South to the south. Ingress and egress are straightforward during standard hours; however, vehicular traffic increases during morning medical shift changes (7:00 AM – 8:30 AM) and following evening events at the Huntsman Center or stadium. For transit riders, the University of Utah Campus Shuttle system runs regular loops right past Wasatch Drive (including dedicated O-Zone shuttle connectivity to health science centers and central campus). In addition, Utah Transit Authority (UTA) TRAX light rail stations—specifically the Fort Douglas and Medical Center stations on the Red Line—are within a short walk or quick shuttle transfer, giving passengers seamless rail connections straight into downtown Salt Lake City and the wider Salt Lake Valley.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous outdoor footprint with no height clearance restrictions, suited for large trucks, lifted SUVs, and tall vans.
Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charging: ChargePoint EV charging hardware available nearby (SCO PCH-SLC Eccles / U of U Wasatch stations).
Campus Transit Integration: Stops for free University of Utah campus shuttle routes positioned within quick walking distance.
Digital Payment & Permit Management: Controlled under the University of Utah Commuter Services digital parking framework (supporting mobile payment systems like TEXT2PARK / MobilePay and online daily/visitor parking passes).
Accessible Stalls: Designated ADA-compliant parking stalls with curb ramps and paved access pathways toward university buildings.
Safety & Maintenance: Paved asphalt surface with designated lane striping, dusk-to-dawn exterior campus lighting, and routine patrols by campus public safety.

Ideal For

Healthcare & Hospital Visitors: Patients, medical vendors, and visitors heading to Primary Children's Hospital, the Eccles Outpatient Building, or the University of Utah Health campus.
Campus Commuters & Students: University of Utah students and staff accessing engineering halls, research labs, and campus residence zones.
College Athletics Fans: Attendees of events, basketball games, and gymnastics meets at the Jon M. Huntsman Center seeking peripheral parking.
Trailhead & Outdoor Recreators: Day hikers and trail runners jumping onto the foothills trails along the Bonneville Shoreline and Red Butte Canyon.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Check University Permit Enforcements: Parking regulations across University of Utah campus lots are actively enforced Monday through Friday between 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM. Read posted signs carefully to confirm whether your space requires a visitor mobile payment session, an 'A' or 'U' permit, or special event credentialing.
Utilize Free Campus Shuttles: If you are headed to the main hospital complex, student union, or central campus buildings, take advantage of the free university shuttles to bypass steep uphill pedestrian walking.
Mind Winter Weather Advisories: Situated at the base of the mountains, Wasatch Drive can encounter snow accumulation and icy surfaces during winter storms; allow extra braking distance and ensure your vehicle is equipped with winter-rated tires or AWD.
Plan Ahead for Game Days: Special event parking policies take over surrounding university lots during Utah football games and high-capacity arena concerts; arrive early or use the UTA TRAX Red Line to avoid road closures.