About this Location

Facility Overview

The 4Runner North Parking Lot is a premier official surface parking facility serving Ball Arena (formerly the Pepsi Center) in downtown Denver, Colorado (ZIP 80204). Sponsored as part of Toyota’s partnership with the venue, this expansive open-air parking lot is positioned directly on the north perimeter of Ball Arena, immediately adjacent to Chopper Circle. Because it is a level, open-sky lot without any low ceilings, overhead beams, or parking deck clearance barriers, it provides virtually unlimited vertical clearance. This makes it an outstanding choice not only for standard sedans and compact cars, but also for full-size SUVs, extended-bed pickup trucks, lifted off-roaders, and commercial passenger vans.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Strategically situated in Denver’s vibrant Central Business and Entertainment District, the 4Runner North Lot offers exceptional proximity to top regional destinations:

Ball Arena: Located just steps away (a 1 to 3-minute walk to the main entry doors), providing effortless access for Denver Nuggets (NBA), Colorado Avalanche (NHL), and Colorado Mammoth (NLL) games, along with top-tier arena concert tours.
Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park: Situated immediately northwest across the rail corridor, roughly a 7 to 10-minute walk.
Downtown Denver & LoDo (Lower Downtown): Historic Larimer Square, Union Station, and the bustling dining and craft brewery scene of 15th and 16th Streets are within a 12 to 15-minute walk across Cherry Creek.
Auraria Higher Education Campus: Located directly across Auraria Parkway, serving the University of Colorado Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and Community College of Denver.
Empower Field at Mile High & Downtown Aquarium: Reachable in under 5 minutes by car or rideshare, or a brisk 15 to 20-minute pedestrian walk along the South Platte River Trail.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicle ingress and egress to the 4Runner North Lot are primarily conducted via Chopper Circle, accessible directly from Auraria Parkway via 9th Street or 11th Street. Its location offers rapid arterial connectivity to Interstate 25 (Exits 210B and 212B) and Speer Boulevard, facilitating prompt arrival and departures across the Denver metro area. For visitors opting for multimodal travel, the Ball Arena - Elitch Gardens RTD Light Rail Station (serving the E and W Lines) sits immediately adjacent to the arena grounds, only a 5-minute stroll from the parking bays, while major RTD bus corridors flank Auraria Parkway.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Wide driving lanes and spacious, clearly striped standard and oversized stalls.
Unrestricted Headroom: Completely open surface design accommodating tall roof racks, sports gear, and high-profile trucks.
ADA Accessible Stalls: Clearly designated ADA-compliant spaces positioned closest to arena walkways with curb ramps.
Lighting & Event Security: Bright LED floodlighting, regular on-site security patrols, and event-day parking traffic attendants to guide flow.
Cashless Digital Payments: Cashless operations with payments accepted via mobile apps (such as ParkMobile or Ticketmaster parking passes) and digital point-of-sale stations.

Ideal For

Sports Fans: Attending Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche, and lacrosse matchups with virtually zero walking delay.
Concert & Event Attendees: Quick access to entry gates and efficient post-event egress towards I-25.
Campus & LoDo Visitors: A practical overflow parking alternative during peak downtown conventions and weekend festivals.
Large Vehicle Owners: Perfect for drivers of heavy-duty trucks, full-size SUVs, and rooftop cargo carriers seeking stress-free parking.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Pre-Book Event Parking: For major concerts and playoff games, reserve your parking pass ahead of time through ParkMobile or Altitude Sports/Ball Arena account manager to guarantee your space.
Arrive Early: Auraria Parkway and Speer Boulevard experience dense congestion 45 to 60 minutes before tip-off or puck drop. Aim to arrive at least 60 to 90 minutes early to park smoothly and enjoy pre-game festivities.
Follow Traffic Control Personnel: Post-game egress routes are heavily directed by Denver Police and traffic marshals; following officer instructions ensures the fastest exit onto I-25 or downtown streets.
Remember Your Row: The 4Runner parking zone is expansive; snap a photo of your lane or section marker to easily locate your vehicle in the dark.