Parking Near Ray Fisher Stadium, Ann Arbor
Where Can I Park for Ray Fisher Stadium?
The official option is Athletic Lot SC 20, where parking is free and first-come. It sits west of Yost Ice Arena and south of Ferry Field, with entrances from State Street and Hoover Street. If SC 20 is full, Parksy lists a premium garage space 0.8 miles away at $1.50 an hour.
- Address
- 1252 South State Street
- Closest listed space
- Premium Garage Space in Ann Arbor – Only $1.50/Hour, 0.8 mi (17 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Ann Arbor station, 1.4 mi (29 min walk)
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A stadium bowl seen from the stands Photo: Pexels / Amar Preciado
Event-Day Parking at Ray Fisher Stadium
The official University of Michigan guide directs drivers to the Athletic Lot, identified as SC 20, for stadium parking.
Parking in SC 20 is free and operates on a first-come basis, so arriving earlier is the practical choice for busy baseball fixtures (mgoblue.com).
The venue sits west of Yost Ice Arena and south of Ferry Field. Drivers approaching from the athletic campus should turn left just past Yost Ice Arena into the parking lot (mgoblue.com).
Nearby Ann Arbor Parking Alternatives
SC 20 is the named official option for the stadium, while the nearby Parksy selection also includes a lot in Ann Arbor's central area, 0.3 miles away. This location is a useful alternative for visitors who prefer to leave the immediate athletic-campus roads before a game.
A second Ann Arbor parking lot is 0.6 miles from the venue, and a downtown-area option is 0.5 miles away. These alternatives place drivers farther from the gates than SC 20, but they can suit visitors combining a stadium event with time in central Ann Arbor.
Parksy Spaces Near the Stadium
Parksy lists a premium garage space in Ann Arbor 0.8 miles from the venue at $1.50 an hour. The garage format gives drivers a defined off-street option rather than relying on the first available space in the athletic-campus lot.
The walk is longer than parking directly in SC 20, but the garage can be considered when the free lot has filled.
Street Restrictions and Event-Day Enforcement
The official parking guide identifies State Street and Hoover Street as the two entrances for Athletic Lot SC 20 (mgoblue.com). Those approaches are likely to carry the main event-day traffic entering the official lot, so drivers should use the entrance that matches their direction of travel.
The published venue guidance specifies free, first-come parking in SC 20 but does not provide a separate street-parking rate, event-day enforcement timetable, or road-closure notice. Parking on surrounding streets therefore requires following the signs and restrictions displayed at the space being used.
The Athletic Lot is immediately beside the stadium, while the Glick Lot is also described as a small free parking area next to the venue (stadiumjourney.com). Both locations can become busy around fixtures because access is not reserved through an advance-booking system.
Rail and Walking Access to the Venue
Ann Arbor station is the nearest listed rail stop, 1.4 miles from Ray Fisher Stadium. The walk from the station takes 29 minutes, making rail a practical option for visitors who want to avoid searching for event parking.
The venue address is 1252 South State Street, and the stadium is 1.0 mile from Ann Arbor center. Visitors arriving in the center can therefore walk toward the athletic campus rather than drive the final stretch.
For a match or game, the 29-minute station walk provides a predictable arrival time, while the return journey avoids the congestion that can form around the State Street and Hoover Street entrances after the event.
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* Please note: parking prices, time limits and fine amounts change frequently and vary by operator, council and local authority. Everything on this page is indicative and provided on a best-endeavours basis. Always check the sign, the operator or the issuing authority before you rely on a figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can I Park for Ray Fisher Stadium?
The official option is Athletic Lot SC 20, where parking is free and first-come. It sits west of Yost Ice Arena and south of Ferry Field, with entrances from State Street and Hoover Street. If SC 20 is full, Parksy lists a premium garage space 0.8 miles away at $1.50 an hour.
Is Parking at Ray Fisher Stadium Free?
Parking in Athletic Lot SC 20 is free and operates on a first-come basis. The Athletic Lot is immediately beside the stadium, so it is the closest official option described in the guide. Because access is not reserved through an advance-booking system, arriving earlier is the practical choice for busy baseball fixtures.
How Do I Enter Athletic Lot SC 20?
The official parking guide identifies State Street and Hoover Street as the two entrances for Athletic Lot SC 20. Drivers approaching from the athletic campus should turn left just past Yost Ice Arena into the parking lot. Use the entrance that matches your direction of travel, and follow signs and restrictions displayed at the space.
What Are the Closest Alternatives to SC 20?
Nearby alternatives include a Parksy lot in Ann Arbor's central area, 0.3 miles away, a downtown-area option 0.5 miles away, and another Ann Arbor parking lot 0.6 miles from the venue. These locations are farther from the gates than SC 20 but can suit visitors spending time in central Ann Arbor.
Is There a Garage Near Ray Fisher Stadium?
Parksy lists a premium garage space in Ann Arbor 0.8 miles from the venue at $1.50 an hour. The garage provides a defined off-street option rather than relying on the first available space in the athletic-campus lot. Its walk is longer than parking directly in SC 20, but it can be considered when the free lot has filled.
Can I Reach Ray Fisher Stadium by Rail or on Foot?
Ann Arbor station is the nearest listed rail stop, 1.4 miles from the stadium, and the walk takes 29 minutes. The venue is 1.0 mile from Ann Arbor center, while its address is 1252 South State Street. Walking from the station or center avoids searching for event parking and congestion after the event.
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