Getting to Campus

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Colorado State University is located in the heart of Fort Collins in northern Colorado along the picturesque Front Range. With quick access to several major highways, Denver International Airport, and plenty of places to stay once you’re here, visiting campus is easy regardless of where you are coming from.

Before traveling to campus, be sure to check your event information for specific instructions. While these directions will take you to the primary buildings used for campus visits, they will not account for changes to itinerary.

Use these directions and resources to get to campus, but don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions regarding your visit or how to get here.

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Directions

To Welcome Center and Transfer Admissions

Visitors taking part in daily information sessions and tours should check-in at the University Welcome Center, also known as Ammons Hall. Transfer students attending the Wednesday evening information session and tour will check-in at the Transfer Admissions Office (TILT Building) using the same directions. For those using a GPS, the best address is 711 Oval Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80521.

From I-25, traveling north or south

These directions apply to visitors using I-25 to reach Fort Collins, such as those traveling from the Denver area or Cheyenne, WY.

  • Use Exit 269B, CO-14 W. toward Fort Collins.
  • Head west onto E. Mulberry St. for 4.2 miles.
  • Turn left on S. Howes St. for 0.3 miles.
  • At light, continue straight on Howes St. for 0.1 miles.
  • Turn right on Music Dr.
  • Continue to the parking lot ahead. The University Welcome Center and the TILT Building will be directly to your right.

From College Ave., traveling north

These directions apply to visitors traveling on College Ave., U.S. 287 from the Loveland area.

  • Travel north on College Ave. until you reach E Laurel St.
  • Turn left on Laurel St. and continue for 0.2 miles.
  • Turn left at Howes St.
  • Turn right on Music Dr.
  • Continue to the parking lot ahead. The Welcome Center and the TILT Building will be directly to your right.

Due to university parking policies, all visitors must obtain a parking permit prior to parking on campus. Visitors may obtain an online permit by registering their vehicle’s license plate during the visit registration process. Once a vehicle’s information is registered, there is no need for a physical permit.

These digital permits are valid in any “Reserved Parking for Admission Guest” spaces in front of the building or in any “A” lot to the west of the building. Permits are not valid in “pay to park” spaces. This map highlights available visitor parking. Lots 315 and 310 on the map are classified as “A” lots.

Visitor Parking Permits are not required after 4:00 p.m. or on weekends.

PARKING MAP

To Lory Student Center

All visitors taking part in events located in the Lory Student Center can follow the the turn-by-turn directions below. For those using a GPS or Google Maps, the best address is Morgan Library Parking Lot, Fort Collins, CO 80521.

From I-25, traveling north or south

These directions apply to visitors using I-25 to reach Fort Collins, such as those traveling from the Denver area or Cheyenne, WY.

  • Use exit 268,  Prospect Road.
  • Head west and continue on Prospect Road for about 5 miles.
  • Turn right on Shields St. and continue for about .3 miles.
  • Turn right on W. Pitkin St. and continue for about .3 miles.
  • Turn left on Meridian Ave. until you reach a three-way intersection.
  • Turn right on Hughes Way where you will find designated parking areas.

From College Ave., traveling north

These directions apply to visitors traveling on College Ave., U.S. 287 from the Loveland area.

  • Travel north on College Ave. until you reach Prospect Road.
  • Turn left on Prospect Road and continue for 1 mile.
  • Turn right on Shields St. and continue for about .3 miles.
  • Turn right on W. Pitkin St. and continue for about .3 miles.
  • Turn left on Meridian Ave. until you reach a three-way intersection.
  • Turn right on Hughes Way where you will find designated parking areas.

Once you are on Hughes Way, visitors are invited to park in lots 425, 412, or along Hughes Way. In the case that these lots are full, turn around and return Meridian Ave. the same way you entered campus. Turn left at Lake Street and right on Center Avenue. Parking will be available at the Lake & Center Parking Garage directly on your left.

The Lory Student Center is located north of the parking areas listed.

To Old Town Fort Collins

These directions are for visitors interested in spending time in Fort Collins’ idyllic Old Town, known for its great opportunities for shopping and dining, and comfortable atmosphere. For those using a GPS, the best address is 112 College Ave., Fort Collins, CO 80521.

From I-25, traveling north or south

These directions apply to visitors using I-25 to reach Fort Collins, such as those traveling from the Denver area or Cheyenne, WY.

  • Use exit 268, Prospect Road.
  • Head west and continue on Prospect Road for about 4 miles.
  • Turn right on S. College Ave and continue north for about 1 mile.
  • Old Town stretches north for about 1 mile and to the east and west of College Ave.
  • Parking can be found along College Ave. and side streets.

From the Main CSU Campus

These directions apply to visitors traveling from the main Colorado State campus to Hughes Stadium.

  • Head east (away from the mountains) to College Ave., U.S. 287.
  • Turn left onto College Ave. and travel north for about 0.5 miles.
  • Old Town stretches north for about 1 mile and to the east and west of College Ave.
  • Parking can be found along College Ave. and side streets.

In Old Town, the City of Fort Collins has two parking garages and five parking lots available for both hourly and permit parking. Hourly rates for parking garages is $1 per hour, with the first hour – as well as Sundays and holidays – free. Free on-street parking also is available.

Parking on campus

Visitors to campus may use specially designated visitor zones, any of “A,” “W,” “X,” or “Z” parking areas with a Visitor Parking Permit, or metered or numbered parking spots which require payment.

Daily Information Sessions and Campus Tour participants coming to campus Monday-Friday must register their vehicle plate information prior to parking on campus in order to obtain an online permit. Guests can input their license plate information directly into the visit registration form. Saturday participants do not require visitor parking permits.

Specific Visit Day Program participants will receive information regarding parking locations and visitor parking permits in their confirmation email upon registration.

Traveling from Denver International Airport

For those traveling to Colorado by air, Denver International Airport is the closest major airport to Fort Collins. Colorado State University is about 65 miles north of the airport and there are several options for transportation following your flight.