Facility Overview
Silver Lot parking is an open-air surface parking facility situated at 315 N White Oak St in Annville, Pennsylvania. Operating primarily in support of the Lebanon Valley College (LVC) campus and its bustling northern corridor, this paved asphalt lot provides practical vehicular accommodation for students, faculty, visiting guests, and athletic event spectators. Because it is an open-sky surface lot without overhead barriers, ceiling bulkheads, or parking garage height restrictions, Silver Lot easily accommodates standard sedans, large SUVs, full-size pickup trucks, passenger vans, and high-clearance utility vehicles.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Positioned directly along North White Oak Street (PA Route 934), the Silver Lot offers exceptional walking access to key campus hubs and local community venues:
- Arnold Sports Center & Sorrentino Gymnasium: Situated within an easy 3 to 5-minute walk, making this lot a premier parking destination for NCAA Division III Flying Dutchmen basketball games, swim meets, and fitness activities.
- Lebanon Valley College Academic & Residential Quad: Just a brief walk south to central campus halls, Neidig-Garber Science Center, and residential halls.
- Historic Downtown Annville: Located less than a half-mile south along White Oak Street to the intersection of US Route 422 (Main Street), where drivers can find local eateries, coffee shops, and the historic Allen Theatre.
- Annville Town Green & Quittie Creek Nature Park: Only a short stroll or drive away, offering scenic walking trails and tranquil outdoor recreation.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Ingress and egress are straightforward via North White Oak Street (PA-934), a major north-south arterial that connects Annville directly to US Route 422 to the south and Interstate 81 (Exit 85) to the north. Drivers exiting after large collegiate sporting events or campus celebrations will appreciate the direct road connections and clear sightlines onto PA-934. In addition, the area is served by Lebanon Transit (COLT bus service) routes along US-422, linking Annville to neighboring Palmyra, Hershey, and the city of Lebanon.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Open-Air Surface Parking: Unobstructed vertical clearance suitable for standard passenger vehicles, commercial vans, and lifted pickup trucks.
- Designated ADA Parking: Marked accessible parking spaces conveniently situated near primary walkways and pedestrian paths.
- Nighttime Illumination: High-mast pole lighting ensuring safety and visibility for evening classes, athletic events, and late-night arrivals.
- Paved & Marked Stalls: Clearly painted stalls and directional driving lanes facilitating easy maneuvering and two-way circulation.
- Campus Security Patrols: Monitored periodically by Lebanon Valley College Campus Safety and local Annville Township police.
Ideal For
- College Event & Game Attendees: Sports fans cheering on the Flying Dutchmen at nearby courts, gyms, and sports fields.
- Campus Visitors & Prospective Students: Families taking admissions tours or meeting with university staff.
- Commuter Students & Faculty: Everyday academic parking for authorized campus permit holders.
- Local Community Guests: Patrons visiting campus auditorium events, music recitals, or summer athletic clinics.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Lebanon Valley College manages campus parking lots according to specific color-coded permit guidelines during regular academic semesters. Visitors attending weekday business or admissions sessions should check in with Campus Safety to obtain temporary guest credentials if required. During major athletic rivalries, homecoming weekends, and commencement ceremonies, parking fills rapidly, so arriving 20 to 30 minutes early is strongly recommended. For precise GPS navigation, set destination coordinates directly to 315 N White Oak Street, Annville, PA.
