Facility Overview
The Target Parking Lot at Highbury Centre (5518 W High Market Dr, West Valley City, UT) offers an expansive, well-maintained open-air surface parking facility serving one of the west valley's central retail destinations. Designed to handle significant daily patron turnover, the lot features wide two-way driving aisles, clearly delineated perpendicular and angled parking stalls, and dedicated pedestrian walkways linking vehicles directly to the Target storefront and adjacent retailers. Because it is an open-air surface lot without structural deck ceilings, there are virtually no vertical clearance limits, making it exceptionally accommodating for oversized vehicles, high-profile pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, commercial work vans, and vehicles equipped with roof racks, cargo boxes, or bicycle carriers.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Strategically situated in the vibrant Highbury Centre commercial district along the bustling 5600 West corridor, this parking area places drivers within immediate walking distance of prominent shopping, dining, and leisure attractions:
- Highbury Centre & Retail Services: Direct, on-foot access to Target, CVS Pharmacy, Starbucks, and surrounding neighborhood retailers, eateries, and casual dining outlets.
- Cinemark West Valley City and XD: Located immediately adjacent within the same retail complex (less than a 2-minute walk), providing convenient parking for moviegoers heading to first-run films and premium large-format screenings.
- Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre (formerly USANA Amphitheatre): Located approximately 3.5 miles south down 5600 West (roughly a 7 to 10-minute drive), making this retail corridor a convenient pre-event pit stop for dining and supplies before major concerts.
- Maverik Center & Valley Fair Mall: Situated approximately 4.5 miles east via SR-201 or 3500 South, offering quick driving access to Utah Grizzlies ECHL hockey games, live arena concerts, and major regional shopping.
- The Ridge Golf Club: Approximately 3 miles southeast, offering a championship 18-hole municipal golf course overlooking the Salt Lake Valley.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Vehicle ingress and egress are remarkably efficient thanks to multiple dedicated turn lanes and curb cuts along High Market Drive and South 5600 West (Utah State Route 172). The lot is engineered to manage heavy retail volumes smoothly, with signalized intersections at primary perimeter intersections that prevent gridlock during weekend rushes. Motorists benefit from rapid regional highway connections: Utah State Route 201 (the 21st South Freeway) is situated just minutes to the north, facilitating straightforward connections to Interstate 80, the Mountain View Corridor (SR-85), Interstate 15, and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). For public transit users, Utah Transit Authority (UTA) bus routes operate regular stops along 5600 West, connecting riders directly to the West Valley Central TRAX light rail station and the wider Wasatch Front transit grid.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Expansive Surface Parking: Ample standard spaces with generous turning radiuses for seamless parking maneuvers.
- Unrestricted Clearance: Open-sky layout suitable for tall trucks, vans, camper shells, and rooftop gear.
- Designated ADA Parking: Broad accessible parking stalls featuring cross-hatched access aisles located adjacent to main store entrances.
- Target Drive-Up & Order Pickup: Specifically marked, priority stalls designated for rapid curbside grocery and merchandise pickup.
- Safety & Visibility: High-mast commercial lot lighting, visible sightlines, and frequent on-site retail foot patrol for driver peace of mind.
- Complimentary Patron Parking: Free self-parking for retail customers and plaza visitors during operational store hours.
Ideal For
- Everyday Shoppers & Errand Runners: Convenient parking for Target grocery, home goods, apparel, and pharmacy visits.
- Cinemark Moviegoers: Stress-free, step-free surface parking steps away from the XD theater box office.
- Local Diners & Cafe Visitors: Quick stops for morning Starbucks runs, quick lunches, and casual family dinners in Highbury Centre.
- West Valley Commuters & Eventgoers: Practical meet-up location and rendezvous point along the SR-201 / 5600 West highway intersection.
Visitor & Driver Tips
While spaces directly adjacent to the Target main entrance fill up quickly during peak midday and weekend shopping windows, the western and outer perimeter aisles consistently offer plenty of open parking spots with easier pull-through availability. Drivers visiting the adjacent Cinemark during Friday or Saturday evening blockbusters should consider parking midway between Target and the cinema entrance to ensure an effortless, hassle-free exit onto High Market Drive following the show. Always verify posted plaza regulations and avoid overnight parking to comply with commercial center private property policies.