About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated conveniently along the eastern fringe of Downtown Eugene and bordering the vibrant West University district, the parking facility at 1062 Mill Street offers an accessible, open-air surface parking option for commuters, university visitors, and city explorers. Unlike multi-story parking garages with rigid vertical height restrictions, this flat, ground-level asphalt lot features an open-sky design, making it an ideal choice for standard passenger sedans, full-size pickup trucks, commercial vans, and vehicles equipped with rooftop cargo boxes or bike racks. Marked stalls and intuitive driveway ingress allow drivers to park and maneuver smoothly throughout the day.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

The lot\'s strategic position between East 10th and East 11th Avenue places visitors within easy walking distance of Eugene\'s premier cultural, educational, and dining hubs:

Downtown Eugene Entertainment & Dining: A quick 5-minute stroll (0.3 miles) west brings you to the lively Broadway and Willamette commercial corridor, bustling with craft breweries, artisan coffee houses, and acclaimed local eateries.
Whole Foods Market & High Street Hub: Located just one block away (2-minute walk), providing swift access for local shoppers and patrons.
University of Oregon (UO) Campus: The northwest entrance of the UO campus is only a 10- to 12-minute walk (approx. 0.6 miles) east along 11th or 13th Avenue, making it a reliable staging ground for campus tours, guest lectures, and student drop-offs.
5th Street Public Market: Situated approximately 8 to 10 minutes north on foot, offering boutique shopping, dining, and weekend farmers\' market activity.
Matthew Knight Arena: Located roughly 1.1 miles east, reachable on foot in 20 minutes or via a short bus/ride-share trip on game days and concert evenings.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Accessing the lot is direct via Mill Street, which connects smoothly with East 10th Avenue and East 11th Avenue—two major east-west arteries carrying cross-town traffic between Downtown and the University neighborhood. Regional drivers can quickly access Interstate 5 via Franklin Boulevard (OR-99 / OR-126 Business) in under five minutes. For regional public transit riders, the facility is only a few blocks from key stops on the Lane Transit District (LTD) Emerald Express (EmX) rapid transit line, providing express connections across Eugene and into Springfield.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Headroom: Fully uncovered surface parking with no low overhead clearance limits.
Contactless Mobile Payment: Supported by mobile pay-by-plate applications and on-site signage for simple smartphone transactions.
Convenient Layout: Cleanly marked stalls with dedicated ingress/egress points for smooth vehicle flow.
Central Urban Staging: Positioned in a walkable neighborhood between academic and municipal districts.

Ideal For

University Commuters & Visitors: Avoid congested campus perimeter lots by parking just a short walk from UO facilities.
Downtown Diners & Shoppers: Enjoy stress-free parking within blocks of Broadway and 5th Street Public Market.
Overheight & Cargo Vehicles: Full-size SUVs, taller vans, and vehicles with rooftop carriers looking for barrier-free parking.
Daily Business Commuters: Convenient weekday parking option for local office employees and clinic visitors.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During major university events, Duck home games, or graduation weekends, nearby street parking fills rapidly; arriving earlier in the morning or early afternoon ensures you secure a space. Always confirm active enforcement hours and rates on the posted lot signage or via the associated mobile app immediately upon parking to avoid citations. When navigating out after peak evening hours, turning onto 11th Avenue provides a direct route toward Franklin Boulevard and I-5.