Maverik Stadium: Guide for Visiting Fans

Logan is not a transit hub. There's no light rail, no commuter train, and no airport worth flying into directly. Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is approximately 68 miles away , and the driving distance from SLC to USU is roughly 90 miles; vehicle rentals are available at the airport, and the Salt Lake Express shuttle service provides two-way transportation between SLC and Logan. By car, plan on about 90 minutes from SLC in normal traffic — add 20–30 minutes if you're arriving game day afternoon. I-15 north to US-89 north is your route; you'll drop into Cache Valley on a canyon road that's beautiful in fall and occasionally icy in November.

Once in Logan, Cache Valley Transit District (CVTD) is the public transportation provider serving the Logan area, operating bus service throughout the city. Route 02 serves the USU Stadium stop , making it the most direct bus option to Maverik Stadium. Best of all: CVTD bus transportation in Cache Valley is free, with the transit hub located at 150 E 500 N in Logan. Rideshare (Uber and Lyft both operate in Logan) is reliable pre-game but inconsistent post-game in a city this small — more on that below.

This is a campus stadium, so parking is the usual patchwork of lettered lots. All single-game parking passes are cashless and can be purchased in advance online for $10, or on game days at the F lot entrances for $15. Buy online — you'll save $5 and avoid the cash scramble at the gate. 800 East closes between the two entrances into Lot A beginning four hours before game time, and 1000 North closes between the south ticket office and Lot D entrance two hours before kickoff. That's not a minor inconvenience — plan your approach accordingly or you'll find yourself looping campus trying to figure out why your GPS route is blocked.

ADA parking is located in the Maverik Stadium West lot, in front of the South Ticket Office, or in B Lot south of the stadium. Lot F, while slightly farther east, tends to clear faster after games than the lots immediately adjacent to the stadium. Arrive at least 90 minutes early if you want a reasonable walk and a non-stressful entry. Street parking on residential blocks north of campus exists but disappears quickly on big-game Saturdays.

Logan's hotel stock is clustered along Main Street and the US-89 corridor rather than directly adjacent to campus, but nothing in this city is more than a 10-minute drive from the stadium. Name-brand options include Hampton Inn & Suites Logan, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Logan, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Logan, Comfort Inn & Suites Logan Near University, and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Logan. The Hampton and SpringHill are the cleanest mid-range bets — expect $110–$180 per night on game weekends, higher for rivalry games. Logan is about 85 minutes from Salt Lake City , so if you're driving up from SLC morning-of, a hotel stay is optional — but October nights in Cache Valley at elevation make a local bed worth the cost. Staying on or near Main Street puts you walking distance of dinner and a post-game drink without needing a rideshare.

Logan is a dry-ish Utah college town, so managing expectations about bar culture here is part of the trip. That said, the scene has improved considerably.

Beehive Pub & Grill (255 S Main St) is the most reliable pregame anchor downtown. It strikes a unique balance — elevated without being pretentious, with local brews, hearty food, and big TVs that don't overpower the space. The ambiance leans cozy rather than chaotic. Get here by 4 PM on game day or you'll be standing.

The Cache Bar is Logan's closest thing to a proper game-day bar scene. Located downtown, it's where locals gather for weekly events like live bands. Housed in a historic downtown building with concrete floors and exposed brick, it strikes a balance between dive bar authenticity and comfortable hangout. Loud and crowded on game nights — exactly what you want.

Tandoori Oven (720 E 1000 N) — rated one of the top restaurants in Logan — is just 0.3 miles from the stadium. Worth a pregame lunch stop if you want something better than tailgate food.

Ruby's Pizzeria & Grill (795 E 1400 N), less than half a mile from the stadium, is your best bet for a casual sit-down meal within walking distance of the gates. Local, solid, and not overrun by the pregame crowd.

Clear bags with a maximum 12×12×6 inches are accepted at all entrances. You may also bring one 1-gallon plastic storage bag, and fans are limited to one bag per person plus a small clutch or purse no larger than 6.5×4.5 inches. Opaque medical and diaper bags of reasonable size are only permitted through Gates B and E. Gates A and K are closed to public access and reserved for credentialed staff and media.

Alcohol is prohibited inside Maverik Stadium — guests found with alcoholic beverages will be escorted out. This is Utah, and it's a college campus, so don't bother trying. The Maverik concession outlet inside the stadium sells food and drink, and all transactions are cashless — bring a card or load your phone wallet. Away fans tend to cluster in the upper east sections; the south end zone has solid sightlines from the visitor perspective.

ADA seating is available in the West side sections (100–107), on the East side behind section 117, and in section 217. All ADA seating is sold on a reserved-seat basis with seating for the ADA guest and one companion. If a guest has not ordered in advance, the ticket office will exchange tickets if space is available. ADA guests are encouraged to request seating in advance online at UtahStateAggies.com or by calling 1-888-USTATE-1.

ADA parking is located in the Maverik Stadium West lot, in front of the South Ticket Office, or in B Lot south of the stadium. The stadium is open-air with a relatively compact footprint, which generally makes accessible navigation straightforward; however, confirm elevator access and assistive listening device availability directly with Utah State Athletics at the number above, as specifics can vary by game.

The stadium has a traditional north–south alignment , so the sideline seats on the east and west provide the cleanest football sightlines. The west side houses the renovated press box and premium club/suite structure — that's the Aggie home turf. The west side premium seating structure includes luxury suites, loge boxes, over 700 covered club seats, and a premium club area. Away fans gravitate toward the upper east deck, which offers elevated views of the full field at a lower price point. Sections 200–217 on the east side are serviceable and tend to have decent away-fan concentrations. Avoid end zone seats if you want to follow the full offense; the stadium is compact enough that end zone views feel closer than they are, but you'll miss lateral play development.

The venue features a Maverik concession outlet that sells a number of Maverik proprietary food products — think convenience store-style snacks with a stadium markup. All concessions are cashless, so leave the cash in your pocket. Alcohol is prohibited inside Maverik Stadium , full stop — plan accordingly and hydrate before you arrive. Expect to pay $6–$10 for a basic food item and $4–$6 for a non-alcoholic drink; nothing here will surprise you, but nothing will disappoint you either.

Aggies fans are the quietly confident type — they've seen enough good football in recent years that they don't need to compensate with hostility toward visitors. You'll get chirped if your team is losing, but you're not going to feel unsafe or unwelcome. What you will notice is how the stadium's mountain backdrop changes the whole feel of the place: the stadium sits at an elevation of 4,710 feet above sea level , and on a clear October Saturday with the Bear River Range lit up behind the south end zone, it's genuinely one of the more scenic FBS settings in the country. The one thing no away fan expects: how genuinely cold it can get after sunset in September and October. The elevation and valley geography drop temperatures fast once the sun goes behind the ridge — bring a layer you didn't think you'd need.

By bus: CVTD Route 02 runs back toward the downtown transit hub at 150 E 500 N. Service frequency drops in the evening, so check the schedule before kickoff and allow 15–20 minutes post-game for the stop to clear. The free bus is underused by visitors and often your fastest non-driving option if you time the walk to the stop right — aim to leave your seat with about 3–4 minutes left on the clock.

By car: 800 East closes between the two Lot A entrances four hours before kickoff , and re-opens post-game — but the surrounding residential grid backs up quickly. Lots closest to the south and west exits can take 20–30 minutes to clear after a full house. Lot F (eastern side) consistently drains faster via 1000 North onto the US-89 corridor. Your one opinionated tip: if you're parked on the east side, walk out early and head north to 1400 North before cutting east — it's longer on foot but you'll skip the worst of the lot backup.

By rideshare: Uber and Lyft both operate in Logan but driver supply is thin in this market post-game. Expect surge pricing and 10–15 minute waits minimum. Walk six to eight blocks south toward Main Street before requesting — you'll hit lower surge zones and find pickup spots that aren't gridlocked. Wait at least 20–25 minutes after the final whistle before requesting a car if you don't want to watch your fare double in real time.

How do I get to Maverik Stadium without a car?

CVTD Route 02 serves the USU Stadium stop. All CVTD bus service in Cache Valley is free, with the transit hub at 150 E 500 N in Logan.

What is the Maverik Stadium bag policy?

Clear bags up to 12×12×6 inches are accepted at all entrances. Opaque medical and diaper bags are only allowed through Gates B and E. Small clutch purses (max 6.5×4.5 inches) are also permitted.

How much does parking cost at Maverik Stadium?

Single-game parking is $10 in advance online or $15 on game days at the F lot entrances. All parking payments are cashless.

Is Maverik Stadium cashless? Yes. All single-game parking sales are cashless. Concessions inside the stadium are also cashless — bring a card or mobile payment.

Where are the best seats for away fans? Upper east deck sections in the 200s offer full-field sightlines and tend to attract visiting fan clusters. Avoid the west side premium sections, which are deep in Aggie territory.

What time do gates open at Maverik Stadium? Gates typically open approximately 90 minutes before kickoff. Confirm exact times on the official Utah State Athletics game-day communications for each game.

Is alcohol served at Maverik Stadium?

Alcohol is prohibited inside Maverik Stadium. Have your drinks before you arrive — Logan's downtown bars are a short rideshare away.

What airport should I fly into for Maverik Stadium?

Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) is approximately 68 miles from Logan. It's the only realistic commercial option. The Salt Lake Express shuttle also provides two-way transportation between SLC and Logan if you'd rather not rent a car.