About this Location

Facility Overview

OSU Parking - C Lot along SW 35th Street is a spacious, open-air surface parking facility situated on the western edge of the Oregon State University (OSU) Corvallis campus. Serving as one of the most accessible and value-oriented commuter and visitor parking areas on campus, this expansive lot provides abundant ground-level stalls configured for seamless daily turnarounds. Because it is an open-air surface facility with no overhead decks or multi-level ramps, there are virtually no vertical height restrictions, making it an exceptional parking option for high-profile vehicles including lifted pickup trucks, full-size commercial work vans, large SUVs, and campus delivery vans. The layout features wide driving aisles, clearly delineated painted stalls, and straightforward ingress and egress points designed to absorb peak morning class arrivals and departure traffic with minimal friction.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Strategically positioned near key academic, agricultural, and athletic complexes on the west end of OSU campus, this parking lot offers direct pedestrian access to several notable university facilities. Drivers parking here will find themselves within a convenient 5- to 10-minute walk of:

Magruder Hall & OSU College of Veterinary Medicine: Located directly adjacent to the SW 35th corridor, perfect for clinic appointments and academic visits.
Withycombe Hall & Wiegand Hall: Home to OSU agricultural and food science programs, situated just east along Campus Way.
Reser Stadium & Gill Coliseum: Located approximately 0.7 miles to the southeast, serving as an economical, hassle-free staging ground for Beavers game-day parking away from the congested core lots.
OSU Oak Creek Building & Energy Center: Accessible just south along SW 35th and Western Boulevard.
Campus Way Covered Bridge & Multi-Use Paths: Popular recreational trails providing scenic pedestrian and cycling connections toward downtown Corvallis and the western research farms.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The lot is easily accessed directly from SW 35th Street, which connects directly to SW Western Boulevard to the south and SW Campus Way/Harrison Boulevard to the north. Drivers arriving from Oregon Route 34 or US Highway 20 can bypass the congested university interior by utilizing 35th Street for a rapid arrival and departure. For seamless cross-campus travel, visitors can take advantage of the Corvallis Transit System (CTS) and OSU Beaver Bus shuttles, which operate frequent routes nearby along 35th Street and Jefferson Way, offering zero-fare connectivity to the Memorial Union, Valley Library, and the downtown Corvallis Transit Center.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous ground-level stalls without overhead clearances, well-suited for standard and oversized passenger vehicles.
Digital Mobile Payments: Easy hourly and daily permit purchases via the official OSU parking portal and supported mobile apps such as ParkMobile.
ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking spaces located near pedestrian walkways for visitors displaying a valid state-issued disabled placard and appropriate university permit.
Active Campus Patrols: Monitored periodically by OSU Department of Public Safety and Transportation Services enforcement to ensure lot security and parking compliance.
Campus Shuttle Connectivity: Proximity to Beaver Bus and CTS stops ensures rapid access across the entire OSU academic core without needing to relocate your vehicle.

Ideal For

OSU Commuters & Students: An affordable, stress-free option for students holding Zone C parking permits attending west-campus lectures or labs.
Veterinary Hospital Visitors: Ideal for pet owners and animal clinic clients visiting the Lois Bates Acheson Veterinary Teaching Hospital at Magruder Hall.
Game-Day Tailgaters & Sports Fans: Great staging spot for football, basketball, and baseball games at Reser Stadium and Goss Stadium who prefer an easy post-game exit.
Contractors & Campus Guests: Perfect for tradespeople, guest lecturers, and university affiliates needing all-day or multi-hour parking.

Visitor & Driver Tips

OSU Transportation Services enforces parking permits in Zone C lots Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM year-round. Always purchase a daily or hourly Zone C visitor permit online via the OSU Transportation portal or through the mobile pay app immediately upon parking to avoid citations. While Zone C parking is generally permitted without cost on weekends and weekday evenings after 5:00 PM, special athletic event restrictions and posted sign rules may apply during major Oregon State football games. For the easiest entry during morning peak rush (8:30 AM to 10:00 AM), approach from SW Western Boulevard to avoid local school and campus core traffic.