Travel Information

If you are new to Chico, welcome; if you are returning, welcome back!  Here are some helpful links to help your travel to and stay in Chico a bit easier.  

• Driving Directions and Transportation Options(opens in new window)
• Parking
  • Bike parking abounds around our campus and is conveniently located in front of the Bell Memorial Union where the conference is taking place.
  • Any CSU parking permit is valid in general parking lots.  Visit the interactive map(opens in new window) to find general parking lots near campus.
  • Passport Parking(opens in new window) is available for visitors to purchase daily and hourly parking permits via an app or online.
  • Several local hotels offer shuttles so ask your hotel if this is available to get you to and from campus.
  • There are City metered parking surrounding campus.
• Accommodations(opens in new window)
  • Hotel Diamond(opens in new window) and Oxford Suites(opens in new window) offers discounted pricing if you call and make reservations directly with the hotel - say you are coming to the conference!
  • There are also camping options near Chico.  Check the Lake Oroville State Recreation Area(opens in new window), or Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area(opens in new window) for reservation options.  
• Dining in Chico(opens in new window)

Chico is proud to be a Gold level Bicycle Friendly Community (PDF) and offers ample trails and paths to explore.  If you can bring a bike, it will make you're visit to Chico even more enjoyable! Visit the City of Chico website(opens in new window) to download bike maps, check trail closures, and get helpful safety tips.