About this Location

Facility Overview

The 1700 N Sheridan Blvd Parking facility, located at 1680 Utica St in Denver\'s West Colfax and Sloan\'s Lake district, provides convenient open-air surface parking for commuters, neighborhood visitors, and outdoor enthusiasts. Situated just off the bustling Sheridan Boulevard (Colorado State Highway 95) corridor and a block south of 17th Avenue, this ground-level parking lot offers an easy, hassle-free layout with wide drive aisles and unobstructed maneuvering space. Because the lot is an open-air surface facility without structural overhead decks, there are no low clearance restrictions, making it exceptionally well-suited for high-profile vehicles, pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, vans, and vehicles outfitted with roof boxes, bike carriers, or ski racks.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This parking location serves as an ideal base for exploring Denver\'s West Side and neighboring Edgewater. Key destinations and attractions within easy reach include:

Sloan\'s Lake Park: Situated just one to two blocks north along West 17th Avenue, Denver\'s second-largest public park features a panoramic walking/running trail loop, boat rentals, picnic areas, and stunning vistas of both the Denver skyline and the Rocky Mountain foothills.
Edgewater Public Market: Located just west across Sheridan Boulevard (an easy 10-minute walk), offering a wide variety of artisan food stalls, local craft breweries, coffee bars, and boutique retail shopping.
West Colfax Commercial Corridor: Positioned two blocks south, providing immediate access to beloved neighborhood eateries, bakeries, dispensaries, and local service businesses.
Empower Field at Mile High: Located approximately two miles east down West 17th Avenue or Colfax Avenue, making this location a practical park-and-rideshare option during Denver Broncos football games, monster truck rallies, and major stadium concerts.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Sloan\'s Lake: A quick walk or 3-minute drive northeast, perfect for dinner-and-a-movie outings.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Accessing the parking area is direct and intuitive. Drivers approaching from Interstate 70 or US-6 (Sixth Avenue Freeway) can take Sheridan Boulevard (CO-95) directly toward West 17th Avenue, turning onto Utica Street for swift ingress. Departing the facility is similarly streamlined, with multiple neighborhood side streets allowing motorists to bypass heavy signals on Sheridan Boulevard during peak rush hours. For public transit users, the property is well-connected: RTD bus route 51 operates frequent north-south service along Sheridan Boulevard, while the high-frequency Colfax Avenue routes (15 and 15L) are just a short walk south. Commuters can also connect to the RTD Light Rail W Line at the nearby Sheridan Station or Perry Station, offering swift rail access directly into Downtown Denver\'s Union Station or west toward the Jefferson County Government Center in Golden.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-air surface parking with straightforward pull-in and back-in stalls
Zero height clearance limits, accommodating lifted trucks, cargo vans, and tall SUVs
Standard marked parking stalls including designated ADA accessible parking
Digital mobile payment integration via popular parking apps and QR-code pay-by-phone signage
Paved asphalt surface with clearly painted striping and directional indicators
Well-illuminated premises for nighttime visits and event parking
Direct sidewalk pedestrian access connecting to Utica Street, Sheridan Boulevard, and 17th Avenue

Ideal For

Park Visitors: Walkers, joggers, dog owners, and paddleboarders spending the afternoon at Sloan\'s Lake Park.
Local Diners & Shoppers: Patrons visiting local culinary spots along West Colfax, 17th Avenue, and Edgewater Public Market.
Game Day & Concert Commuters: Fans looking to park west of central Denver and utilize a quick rideshare or scooter ride to Empower Field at Mile High.
Contractors & Work Crews: Drivers operating oversized commercial vans and work trucks that cannot fit into standard downtown underground parking garages.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When planning your visit, note that parking demand in this area rises significantly during sunny summer weekends due to recreational activities around Sloan\'s Lake, as well as during major events at Empower Field. Enter the lot via Utica Street for the smoothest turn-in off the busy Sheridan corridor. Before leaving your vehicle, ensure your license plate is entered correctly on the mobile payment screen or physical pay station, and keep all personal belongings out of sight to ensure a secure and worry-free visit.