About this Location

Facility Overview

UC Riverside Lot 30 is one of the largest and most pivotal campus parking facilities at the University of California, Riverside. Situated at 900 Martin Luther King Blvd, right on the southeastern perimeter of campus near the junction of Martin Luther King Blvd and Canyon Crest Drive, this expansive open-air surface lot serves thousands of student commuters, faculty members, and campus visitors daily. Because Lot 30 is a fully outdoor surface lot without overhead barriers, ceiling decks, or low-clearance beams, it comfortably accommodates a wide variety of vehicle types, ranging from compact passenger cars and electric sedans to full-size pickup trucks, passenger vans, and high-roof sport utility vehicles.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Lot 30 serves as the primary southern gateway to the UC Riverside campus and surrounding collegiate attractions. Academic complexes, student housing communities, and event venues are easily accessible from the lot:

UCR Academic Core: A scenic 10- to 15-minute walk connects drivers to campus landmarks including the Highlander Union Building (HUB), Rivera Library, and the Student Success Center.
UCR Botanic Gardens: Located less than a mile east, offering scenic walking trails through over 40 acres of diverse botanical collections.
Student Housing & Recreation: Situated within convenient proximity to Pentland Hills, Glen Mor student apartments, and the UCR Student Recreation Center (SRC).
University Village: Just north along University Avenue, featuring multi-screen movie theaters, restaurants, cafes, and retail shops.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are straightforward due to direct connectivity with the Martin Luther King Blvd interchange on State Route 60 / Interstate 215. Multiple wide entry lanes help absorb heavy traffic volumes during morning peak class hours. Beyond personal vehicular parking, Lot 30 is a recognized regional multimodal transit center. It hosts the official Riverside stops for intercity coach services including FlixBus and Greyhound, as well as multiple Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) bus connections and internal UCR campus shuttles that whisk commuters directly into the heart of the core campus.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Expansive open-air surface parking with clear striping and directional lanes
Mobile payment integration powered by ParkMobile for contactless daily and hourly permits
Dedicated intercity bus pickup and drop-off zones for FlixBus and Greyhound passengers
Designated ADA-compliant accessible stalls positioned near transit waiting areas and pedestrian pathways
Integrated campus security features including high-illumination night lighting and UCR emergency call towers
Level 2 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations available for plug-in commuters

Ideal For

Daily commuter students holding UCR Gold parking permits
Visitors, guest lecturers, and parents attending academic lectures, admissions tours, or campus events
Intercity travelers connecting to long-distance coaches serving Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Phoenix, and San Diego
Hikers and nature lovers accessing the nearby UCR Botanic Gardens and Box Springs Mountain trails

Visitor & Driver Tips

During the academic quarters (especially Fall and Winter), Lot 30 experiences peak congestion between 9:00 AM and 11:30 AM on weekdays; arriving 20 to 30 minutes early ensures ample stall selection. Parking regulations are actively monitored by UCR Transportation Services—always activate your ParkMobile session or verify your digital permit status immediately upon parking. Drivers meeting long-distance buses should stage in designated visitor bays rather than blocking active transit lanes.