About this Location

Facility Overview

The UTA Park & Ride Lot at 950 E 6600 S in Murray, Utah, is a designated transit and commuter surface parking facility operated under the auspices of the Utah Transit Authority (UTA). Positioned strategically near the intersection of 6600 South and Union Park Avenue, right on the border of Murray, Midvale, and Cottonwood Heights, this lot serves as a vital suburban staging area for commuters, canyon recreationists, and carpoolers across the Salt Lake Valley. The facility is configured as a wide, single-level, open-air asphalt surface lot featuring clearly delineated parking bays and perimeter landscaping.

Because the lot is open-air without multi-level decking or parking overheads, it offers open headroom without vertical clearance restrictions. This open layout makes it completely suitable for standard commuter passenger vehicles, tall pickup trucks, full-size SUVs outfitted with roof-mounted ski boxes and bicycle racks, and high-roof conversion vans. While the lot comfortably handles larger consumer passenger vehicles, standard transit rules apply: commercial freight vehicles, oversized trailers, and unauthorized overnight camping in recreational vehicles (RVs) are prohibited.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated in the bustling commercial and residential crossroads of Murray and Fort Union, the lot places drivers within moments of key Salt Lake Valley landmarks, retail corridors, and outdoor gateways:

The Shops at Fort Union & Union Heights: Located less than 1 mile south (a 3-minute drive or short bus trip), featuring expansive shopping centers, Megaplex Theatres, and popular dining spots ranging from casual eateries to sit-down establishments.
Wheeler Historic Farm: Just 1.2 miles north along 900 East (approx. 4 minutes by car), this beloved 75-acre working historic farm and park features wooded walking paths, historic barn exhibits, and weekend farmers markets.
Cottonwood Canyons Gateway (Big & Little Cottonwood Canyons): Located just 10 to 15 minutes east via Fort Union Boulevard or Interstate 215, offering rapid transit transfers and driving routes to world-renowned ski and mountain resorts including Snowbird, Alta, Solitude, and Brighton.
Fashion Place Mall: Situated approximately 2.5 miles west (around 6 to 8 minutes away), delivering premier regional shopping, anchor department stores, and diverse dining choices.
Intermountain Medical Center (IMC): Positioned approximately 4 miles northwest in central Murray, reachable in less than 10 minutes by vehicle or local transit connections.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The facility benefits from fast, straightforward vehicular ingress and egress. Motorists access the lot directly from 6600 South, positioned just seconds off the Interstate 215 (Belt Route) interchange at Exit 9 (Union Park Avenue / 1300 East). This immediate proximity to the freeway allows motorists to bypass congested residential streets and quickly route toward I-15, downtown Salt Lake City (roughly 15 minutes north), or the airport corridor.

For transit users, the lot connects seamlessly with UTA bus services, linking commuters directly to nearby light rail hubs such as the Midvale Fort Union TRAX Station and Murray Central Station (providing Red Line, Blue Line, and FrontRunner commuter rail connections). During the winter sports season, this lot frequently acts as a vital reliever and connection point for canyon shuttle services and ski bus corridors, sparing drivers the intense congestion and parking restrictions of the Cottonwood Canyons.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Free Transit Commuter Parking: Available free of charge for active UTA transit users, carpoolers, and connecting riders.
Open-Air Surface Configuration: Wide drive aisles and zero overhead height obstacles facilitate parking for lifted trucks, SUVs, and ski-rack-equipped vehicles.
Transit Connectivity: Located adjacent to UTA bus stops with direct transit lines and on-demand microtransit zone access.
ADA Accessibility: Designated accessible parking stalls located close to pedestrian paths and transit boarding areas with compliant curb ramps.
Dusk-to-Dawn Illumination: High-mast overhead pole lighting across the lot promotes visibility and comfort for early-morning and late-night arrivals.
Extended Parking Permitted: Recognized as an extended-use park-and-ride lot (vehicles staying over 7 consecutive days require prior notification to UTA Police).

Ideal For

Skiers and Snowboarders: Outdoor enthusiasts looking to stage rides, carpool, or catch seasonal canyon transit to Snowbird, Alta, Solitude, and Brighton.
Downtown Salt Lake City Commuters: Professionals seeking to leave their vehicle outside the urban core and ride UTA mass transit into downtown offices or university campuses.
Local Carpool and Vanpool Groups: Commuters meeting colleagues along the I-215 corridor for coordinated shared rides across Salt Lake County.
Shoppers and Visitors: Regional visitors connecting via public transit to shopping and dining hubs across Murray, Midvale, and Sandy.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Parking in UTA park-and-ride lots is reserved exclusively for active transit passengers and carpoolers connecting to transit systems; parking here to walk to neighboring businesses or private apartment complexes without utilizing transit can result in ticketing or towing. On winter powder mornings and heavy ski weekends, spaces can fill early, so plan to arrive ahead of scheduled bus departures. If you anticipate leaving your vehicle for longer than seven days while traveling, be sure to complete the online UTA Extended Park and Ride form or contact UTA Police Dispatch at (801) 287-3937 to prevent an abandoned vehicle citation. Always secure valuables out of sight in your trunk and ensure your vehicle is completely locked before hopping aboard your bus.