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Maps & Directions
Walking, biking, or driving — there are many ways to get to Downtown Chico. Once you arrive, you can find smart-meter parking in the downtown core, or park in a long-term smart parking lot and walk just a few blocks.

Maps & Directions

 

Parking Locations in Downtown Chico

 
Smart Meter Parking
Up to 2-hour time limit, Pay by credit card or coin
Metered Parking, 2-10 hour time limit, Pay by coin only
Unmetered Parking
Time limits vary
Smart Parking Lot
2-10 hour time limit, Pay at kiosk with credit card, cash, or coin
Metered Parking Lots/Structure
2-10 hour time limit, Pay by coin only
Accessible Parking
Bike Parking
Bike Route
Bus Stop
One Way Street
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Directions to Downtown Chico

From Highway 99 Going North To Chico
Stay on Highway 99 North to Chico. Exit Highway 99 at Highway 32 turning left onto E. Eight Street to Downtown Chico. Turn right onto Main Street (one way, northbound) to drive right into the heart of town.
 
From Highway 99 Going South To Chico
Exit Highway 99 at Highway 32 turning right onto E. Eight Street to Downtown Chico. Turn right onto Main Street (one way, northbound) to drive right into the heart of town.
 

Biking in Downtown Chico

 

Bike Rules & Safety
It's important to be aware that bicycle and skateboard riders are subject to the same rules and regulations as any other vehicles on the road. Bicycling is not permitted on the sidewalks, and is a danger to pedestrians, who always have the right of way. Click here for DMV Bicycle Rules & Safety.

Services & Organizations
Butte County Association of Governments (BCAG) provides bike route information on their website. Downtown Chico has many wonderful bike stores and repair shops: Campus Bicycles, Cyclesport, North Rim Adventure Sports, and Pullin's Cyclery. The Chico Velo Cycling Club and Butte Bike Coalition provide valuable cycling information and maps of local bike paths.

 
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