About this Location

Facility Overview

The parking facility at 1340 Sandhill Rd is an open-air surface parking lot situated in the bustling commercial and transit-oriented corridor of southwestern Orem, Utah. Positioned immediately west of Interstate 15 and moments from Utah Valley University (UVU), this lot provides wide driving aisles, clearly delineated parking bays, and direct street-level access. Because it is an uncovered surface facility, there are no low-clearance overhangs or parking garage height restrictions. This design makes the lot universally accommodating for standard sedans, compact hatchbacks, full-size pickup trucks, large passenger SUVs, and high-roof work or transport vans.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated within an active commercial and academic district, this parking location places visitors close to several major Orem destinations and event facilities:

Utah Valley University (UVU) Main Campus: Located approximately 1 to 1.5 miles east, hosting collegiate athletics, student life, and major academic conventions.
UCCU Center: Situated roughly 5 minutes away by car, this multi-purpose arena hosts major NCAA Division I basketball games, high school state tournaments, expos, and touring concerts.
Brent Brown Ballpark: Located just over a mile away, home to UVU Wolverines baseball and community sports events.
Sleepy Ridge Golf Course: Just a 3-minute drive to the west, offering scenic 18-hole championship golf and an elegant clubhouse venue overlooking Utah Lake.
University Place & Midtown Orem: Less than a 10-minute drive across the freeway, offering hundreds of retail outlets, dining establishments, and entertainment options.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are straightforward via Sandhill Road, which connects smoothly to major arterial roadways including University Parkway (Utah State Route 265) and 1600 South. Motorists benefit from near-immediate access to Interstate 15 via the University Parkway interchange (Exit 269), allowing quick regional travel toward Provo to the south and American Fork, Lehi, and Salt Lake City to the north. In addition, the lot is located in close proximity to the UTA Orem Central Station, granting seamless access to the FrontRunner commuter rail network and the Utah Valley Express (UVX) Bus Rapid Transit line connecting UVU, BYU, and downtown Provo.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Spacious, paved open-air surface parking layout with clear line striping.
Unrestricted vertical clearance, ideally suited for high-profile vehicles, lifted trucks, and commercial vans.
Accessible ADA parking bays positioned near level pedestrian pathways.
Reliable overhead lighting providing illumination and visibility during evening and early morning hours.
Effortless connectivity to regional arterial roads and the I-15 freeway corridor.

Ideal For

Local business visitors and commercial service vehicles requiring convenient roadside parking.
Commuters connecting to regional transit lines via the nearby UTA Orem Central Station.
Attendees heading to events, conferences, and sporting fixtures at UVU and the UCCU Center.
Visitors exploring nearby recreation centers and the Sleepy Ridge clubhouse grounds.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When planning your trip, note that Interstate 15 interchanges and University Parkway experience high traffic volumes during weekday peak commuting hours (7:30 AM–9:00 AM and 4:30 PM–6:30 PM) as well as during major UCCU Center arena events. Setting your GPS directly to 1340 Sandhill Rd will guide you safely to the lot entrance. Always review posted on-site signage upon arrival for specific permit rules, visitor guidelines, and active parking regulations.