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NaturalStateReb,
Thinking about coming in Saturday morning via US-78 to MS-7 and then returning after the game via I-55. Plan to leave Memphis mid to late morning and arrive in Oxford by lunch. Would you recommend taking the US-78 route at that time? Is the scenery good along that route?
What's the best place to park when arriving in town around lunch time?
Thanks for your help! You have been a great asset on this thread. Much appreciated!
I would urge you to get as early a start as you can, but that's a good route to take. US78 goes freeway grade four-lane at the Mississippi state line, but you'll have to contend with a few red lights on the Tennessee side where US78 doubles as Lamar Aveune.
On the parking, it depends on whether you're planning to eat in town and how long that takes. If you decide to eat in the Square area and don't mind the ~1 mile walk to the Grove, parking at the Square and walking might be your best option, especially if you get there a bit late. With a 6PM kickoff, I'd still recommend giving the Rebel Drive area at least a try if you're on campus before 1. If you flame out parking anywhere on campus, then I'd suggest parking at the Oxford Mall, especially if you're looking to make a getaway on Highway 6/I-55. Follow the shortcut directions in reverse at the top of this thread to get out of town.
If you're coming into Oxford using US78/Highway 7, take the Highway 30/Molly Barr Rd. exit. When you reach the intersection of Lamar Ave and Molly Barr, stay on Molly Barr if you're going to the Grove (a left on Lamar will take you straight to the Square). Molly Barr will end at Jackson Avenue. Turn right onto Jackson. Take a left at the 2nd light--that's Rebel Drive.
There's a slim chance that you might find a spot in the lots just off to the left before you reach Sorority Row (1st light) in the lots off Faculty Row. Considering the size of the crowd, I wouldn't hold out much hope, but it might be worth a look.
[This message has been edited by NaturalStateReb (edited 10/5/2012 8:39a).]
