Spring Break parking

Be sure to learn about UMaine’s Spring Break Parking policy before you leave for a fun break.

Buttercup in a UMaine scarf patrolling parking lots in a car

Spring Break Parking INformation

Starting Friday March 13 at 4pm, no parking will be allowed in the following lots (closed to all parking until signs are adjusted, these will reopen to a new color when signs have changed)

  • Bridge Tennis Court Lot (full resident section)
  • Steam Plant resident lot (south end only)
  • CCA parking lot (west end only)

All other red lots remain open for parking during Spring Break.

Don’t come back to the winter blues!

Whether you’re at home or in paradise, there’s still a good possibility of snow here in Orono. Here are some tips from the University of Maine’s Parking & Transportation Services office to make your parking and driving experience a positive one. 

Make Sure Your Vehicle Is Ready

Weather in Maine can change quickly. Here are a few items you should always have in your vehicle:

  • Snow scraper and brush
  • Tire pressure gauge
  • Shovel
  • Windshield washer fluid
  • Pen and paper
  • Charging cables for your cell phone

Bonus Items To Consider Also Having on Hand

  • Jumper cables
  • Cat litter and/or sand
  • Bottled water and blankets
  • Extra gloves and hats
  • Bottled water and shelf-stable snacks
  • First aid kit
  • Roadside repair kit

Warm Up and Brush Off

It can be tempting to only brush off a small piece of your windshield, but it’s safer and mandated by Maine law to brush off the whole windshield and side windows before hopping in and taking off. Turn your car on and let the defroster help you bust up snow and ice from your windshield and windows. 

Once your car is warm, clean the wiper blades off and brush snow off the roof and back of your car. The less snow on your vehicle the safer it’ll be for you and others around you. Stopping quickly can send sheets of snow flying forward or back which can hit another vehicle or obstruct your view.

Watch for Parking Changes

Don’t forget! The Overnight Parking Ban remains in effect during Spring Break between Nov. 1–May 1, regardless of the weather.

Parking Changes:

When snow needs to be removed from lots, it means that cars may have to shift to other lots. We give notice of this a week out, but you can also find information about lot changes at the Lot Closures page. Keep an eye out for signs at lots that will indicate when they are closed and where you can park.

Plan Extra Time:

Plan for some extra time when traveling in the winter. Slippery roads, snowbanks and decreased speed limits all mean that your commute might take longer. Be cautious when approaching corners, especially after new snow or rainstorms and exercise patience. 

Questions?

Email um.parkingservices@maine.edu