Overview & Suitability
The parking facility located at 19225 US-27 in Clermont, Florida, serves as the official Lake Correctional Institution Visitor & Staff Parking Lot. While occasionally referenced in administrative records under alternative municipal listings such as the 506 S Gadsden St Garage, this on-site surface lot is strictly dedicated to parking for staff, official visitors, attorneys, and approved family members of the Lake Correctional Institution. Standard passenger vehicles, including cars, SUVs, and light trucks, are permitted to park here. However, parking is strictly restricted to individuals with authorized business at the correctional facility, and general public parking is not permitted.
Access, Dimensions & Clearance
Access to the parking facility is directly off US-27 S in Clermont. As an open surface parking lot, there are no overhead height restriction barriers or maximum vehicle clearance limits, making it highly suitable for standard and oversized passenger vehicles alike. The entryway features designated gated access. Drivers should navigate the access roads with caution, observing the strict speed limits on state prison property. Loitering or remaining in vehicles in the parking lot is strictly prohibited; visitors must head directly to the visitation lobby upon parking.
Parking Rates, Tariffs & Booking
Parking at the Lake Correctional Institution Visitor & Staff Parking Lot is completely free of charge for all authorized visitors, volunteers, and personnel. No pre-booking or digital parking apps are required. However, visitation must be scheduled and approved in advance through the Florida Department of Corrections (FDC). On official visitation days (Saturdays, Sundays, and approved holidays), the parking spaces open starting at 7:30 AM, with registration beginning at 8:15 AM.
Security & Amenities
As a state-operated correctional facility, security in this parking lot is exceptionally high. The area is equipped with active security cameras, secure fencing, regular patrols by armed correctional officers, and periodic inspections by the FDC Canine Contraband Interdiction Unit. Strict rules apply to all vehicles parked here: All vehicles must be fully secured with windows rolled up and doors locked; no tobacco products, alcohol, weapons, or other contraband are permitted inside parked vehicles; and minors or pets cannot be left unattended in vehicles at any time. Disabled and designated accessible parking spaces are available near the entrance for individuals with official state-approved placards.
Strategic Alternative
This parking lot is not intended as a park-and-ride or an alternative parking option for Clermont tourist attractions, Lake Louisa State Park, or Orlando-bound travelers. It is a highly controlled, high-security zone designed exclusively for visitors and employees of the Lake Correctional Institution. Utilizing this space for unauthorized parking can result in the vehicle being towed, visitation privileges being permanently revoked, or legal trespass charges.
