About this Location

Facility Overview

The 3040 Blake St. Lot, professionally managed by Parkwell and widely known as the Backyard on Blake parking facility, is an open-air surface parking lot situated in Denver's renowned River North Art District (RiNo) within the historic Five Points neighborhood. This ground-level, self-park lot features straightforward row parking designed for seamless ingress and egress directly off Blake Street between 30th and 31st Streets. Because it is an open-air surface facility, there are no overhead clearance bars or height restrictions in the primary parking areas, making it suitable for a wide spectrum of passenger vehicles, including standard compacts, sedans, full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, and high-clearance commercial passenger vans. Drivers navigating RiNo's busy arts corridor will appreciate the straightforward layout and lack of tight multi-level ramp maneuvering.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned directly adjacent to the historic Backyard on Blake mixed-use complex, this lot places visitors within steps of local favorites including Blue Sparrow Coffee, Stem Ciders, The Blind Tiger Lounge, The Parlour, and a curated assortment of artisan boutiques and artist studios. The heart of the RiNo Art District surrounds the facility, giving visitors quick pedestrian access to the neighborhood's celebrated street murals, modern art galleries like Dateline, and bustling social venues such as Improper City, The Walnut Room, Ratio Beerworks, and Finn's Manor, all within a 3- to 6-minute stroll (under 0.3 miles).

For sports and live entertainment enthusiasts, the facility is located approximately one mile northeast of Coors Field (home of the Colorado Rockies), providing a relaxed, traffic-evading walking route down Blake Street to the stadium gates (about a 15- to 20-minute walk). Major concertgoers heading to Mission Ballroom or Summit Music Hall will find the location equally practical for quick drop-offs or pre-show dining along Larimer and Walnut Streets before heading to their events.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Entering and exiting the 3040 Blake Street lot is effortless via Blake Street, which runs through the center of RiNo. After major baseball games, weekend street markets, or evening concert rushes, the lot's direct street access allows drivers to bypass the heaviest pedestrian choke points found closer to lower downtown. Regional highway connectivity is exceptionally convenient: motorists can easily connect to Interstate 70 via Brighton Boulevard and Washington Street, or access Interstate 25 via Park Avenue West and 38th Avenue in less than five to eight minutes.

For multi-modal transit users, the RTD 38th & Blake Commuter Rail Station (servicing the University of Colorado A-Line directly between Denver Union Station and Denver International Airport) is located just 0.5 miles northeast, a pleasant 10-minute walk away. Numerous RTD bus routes traverse nearby Downing Street, Larimer Street, and Brighton Boulevard, offering flexible connections across the Denver metro area.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Unrestricted overhead height ideal for large trucks, high-roof SUVs, and rooftop gear racks
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with round-the-clock vehicle access
Contactless and touchless mobile payment integrations via ParkChirp, SpotHero, and ParkMobile
On-site digital pay machine supporting major credit and debit cards
Automated license plate recognition (LPR) system for ticketless, hassle-free parking
Designated ADA accessible parking spaces
Paved open-air parking with clearly delineated stalls and directional arrows
Nighttime floodlighting providing well-lit navigation throughout the evening

Ideal For

RiNo diners, coffee lovers, and shoppers exploring the Backyard on Blake community hub
Craft beer, distillery, and cocktail lounge visitors frequenting Larimer and Walnut Streets
Coors Field baseball fans seeking parking away from downtown gridlock
Patrons attending live music events, DJ sets, and exhibitions across RiNo and surrounding venues
Local remote professionals and studio creatives needing reliable hourly or daily vehicle storage
Commuters seeking daytime parking near the 38th & Blake RTD A-Line light rail station

Visitor & Driver Tips

Because the RiNo district experiences heavy traffic during weekend evenings, First Friday art walks, and Rockies game days, visitors are strongly encouraged to reserve parking in advance using ParkChirp, SpotHero, or ParkMobile to secure a space before arriving. Be mindful to enter your exact license plate digits correctly upon purchase, as enforcement operates via digital license plate logging. Note that while the main lot provides generous open space, motorists using alley-adjacent stalls should back in for easier departure into the street flow. Keep your parking session active through your mobile app if your visit extends past original reservation hours to prevent automatic ticketing.