Facility Overview
Situated in the heart of Orem on the Utah Valley University (UVU) campus perimeter, this expansive open-air surface parking facility provides convenient, accessible vehicle parking for students, faculty, campus visitors, and event attendees. Configured with wide travel lanes, clear stall striping, and dedicated pedestrian pathways, the lot offers straightforward navigation and ample space. Because it is an unobstructed outdoor surface lot, there are no low ceiling overhangs or vertical clearance limitations, making it exceptionally well-suited for all passenger vehicles, full-size pickup trucks, passenger vans, and high-clearance SUVs.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
This parking area boasts an unbeatable location for accessing collegiate athletics, arts, and academic destinations throughout the Orem-Provo corridor:
- UCCU Center: Located within a 5 to 8-minute walk, hosting UVU Wolverines Division I basketball games, major touring concerts, high school state tournaments, and community expos.
- The Noorda Center for the Performing Arts: UVU’s premier venue for symphony performances, theatrical productions, and musical showcases, easily accessible on foot.
- UVU Main Campus Quad & Student Life: Direct pedestrian access to the Fulton Library, Sorensen Student Center, and primary academic classroom halls.
- Brent Brown Ballpark & Wolverine Track: Just minutes away for collegiate baseball games and track meets.
- University Parkway Commercial Corridor: Minutes from University Place Mall, offering premier shopping, casual eateries, dynamic entertainment, and movie theaters.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Ingress and egress are straightforward via College Drive and arterial connections branching off West University Parkway and Sandhill Road. Drivers enjoy rapid proximity to Interstate 15 (Exit 269 - University Parkway), enabling direct, seamless commutes north toward Salt Lake City or south into Provo. Furthermore, the lot provides superior transit connectivity through the nearby Utah Valley Express (UVX) Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) stations, which offer high-frequency, zero-fare transit connecting directly to the Orem Central UTA FrontRunner commuter rail station, BYU campus, and downtown Provo.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Spacious, paved surface parking stalls accommodating standard cars, large trucks, and utility vans.
- Unrestricted vertical clearance with zero overhead deck height restrictions.
- Designated ADA accessible parking stalls conveniently located adjacent to paved campus walking paths.
- Well-illuminated premises with overhead LED lighting and regular UVU Campus Police patrols.
- Seamless mobile payments and permit enforcement managed through digital parking platforms (such as Passport Parking).
- Direct access to walking pathways, crosswalks, and bike racks connecting seamlessly across campus.
Ideal For
- Fans and visitors attending concerts, commencements, and athletic games at the UCCU Center.
- Patrons visiting the Noorda Center for the Performing Arts.
- Daily university commuters, visiting lecturers, campus tour groups, and prospective students.
- Commuters taking advantage of the UVX transit corridor to connect across Utah County.
Visitor & Driver Tips
On major UCCU Center event days or during weekday morning class rushes (8:30 AM to 11:30 AM), traffic along University Parkway can back up; plan to arrive 20 to 30 minutes early to secure parking effortlessly. Ensure you verify whether a digital visitor session or semester permit is required via the mobile payment app prior to leaving your vehicle, as campus parking regulations are actively monitored during weekday hours. If attending weekend campus events, check posted signage as many standard surface stalls offer relaxed restrictions on Saturdays and Sundays.