About this Location

Facility Overview

The parking lot at 715 S Forest St (navigational entry at 4846 E Exposition Ave) serves as the primary on-site parking grounds for Denver’s renowned Four Mile Historic Park, located on the border of Glendale and Denver’s Cherry Creek district. The facility is a spacious, open-air surface parking lot positioned directly north of the Grant Family Education Center. It provides clear circulation lanes and well-organized stall configurations for simple maneuvering.

Because the lot is open-air with no overhead ceilings, height barriers, or clearance limitations, it accommodates a broad range of vehicle types with ease. Standard sedans, compact crossovers, large pickup trucks, and full-size SUVs can park effortlessly. Furthermore, high-roof cargo and passenger vans, camper vans, and charter motor coaches transporting school field trips or tour groups can navigate and park without vertical clearance concerns, utilizing designated bus and motor coach staging spaces.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This car park is ideally situated for discovering historical, athletic, and recreational landmarks within Glendale and the greater east Denver metropolitan area:

Four Mile Historic Park: Located steps from your vehicle, this 12-acre historic farmstead features the iconic Four Mile House (built in 1859 and the oldest standing structure in Denver), historical barns, live farm animals, pioneer exhibits, and scenic event pavilions.
Cherry Creek Trail & Greenbelt: Immediately bordering the south side of the park, offering miles of paved multi-use trails ideal for cyclists, joggers, and leisurely walkers.
Infinity Park & Event Center: Located approximately 0.6 miles west (a quick 12-minute walk or 2-minute drive), this world-class international rugby stadium and modern event facility frequently hosts sports tournaments, outdoor movie nights, and civic conferences.
Creekside Park & Garland Park: Expansive public green spaces situated within a 5- to 10-minute stroll along Cherry Creek, featuring athletic diamonds, playgrounds, and picnic grounds.
Cherry Creek North & Shopping Center: Located just under 2 miles northwest along 1st Avenue, granting quick vehicular access to world-class retail, art galleries, and upscale dining.
Glendale Commercial Hub: Positioned within 5 minutes of bustling shopping centers and dining hubs along South Colorado Boulevard and Leetsdale Drive, including CitySet and local dining establishments.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicular ingress and egress are accessed via East Exposition Avenue. Drivers traveling along South Colorado Boulevard (CO-2) can turn east onto Cherry Creek Drive South, continue north onto South Cherry Street across the bridge, and turn right directly onto East Exposition Avenue to approach the main lot entrance. Entering the specific address 4846 E Exposition Ave, Glendale, CO 80246 into GPS navigation systems ensures direct routing straight into the parking bays.

For travelers combining driving with public transit, RTD bus lines serve nearby corridors: Route 11 runs along Mississippi and Leetsdale, Route 40 operates on Colorado Boulevard, and Route 83L provides rapid connections toward Downtown Denver and the Nine Mile light rail station. In addition, the RTD Colorado Station (servicing the E and H rail lines) is situated approximately 1.5 miles south at Interstate 25, offering rapid regional transit connections across the Denver metro area.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Level, easily accessible parking lot with ample natural light and clearly marked parking stalls.
Complimentary Parking: Free standard parking provided for park patrons, museum visitors, and registered event attendees.
ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking spaces conveniently positioned directly adjacent to the Grant Family Education Center entrance with paved, grade-level access.
Passenger Pick-Up & Drop-Off Zone: Convenient circular turn-around area allowing effortless drop-offs and pick-ups for guests with limited mobility or tour attendees.
Bus & Motor Coach Accommodation: Space allocated to accommodate tour coaches, private shuttles, and school buses for educational groups.
Lighting & Security: Exterior site lighting and park perimeter monitoring provide safety during twilight events and evening functions.
Trailhead Connectivity: Direct pedestrian path links right from the lot onto the regional Cherry Creek Trail system.

Ideal For

Museum & Park Visitors: Families, history enthusiasts, and tourists exploring the historic stagecoach stop, homestead museums, and working farm exhibits.
Seasonal Festival & Concertgoers: Attendees gathering for popular community events, including the Pumpkin Harvest Festival, Bright Nights at Four Mile, and the Swallow Hill summer concert series.
Private Event & Wedding Guests: Attendees of corporate meetings, wedding receptions, and outdoor gatherings hosted on the historic grounds or inside the Grant Family Education Center.
Outdoor Recreation Enthusiasts: Cyclists, joggers, and walkers seeking convenient parking directly beside the Cherry Creek Trail corridor.
Glendale Visitors: Commuters and travelers attending athletic games, meetings, or social functions around Infinity Park and central Glendale.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When driving to the location, enter 4846 E Exposition Ave, Glendale, CO 80246 into your GPS rather than the main administrative mailing address (715 S Forest St) to avoid navigating down dead-end residential segments. The on-site lot holds roughly 70 vehicles; during major high-attendance festivals such as the Pumpkin Harvest Festival or popular summer concert nights, the lot can reach full capacity quickly. On high-volume event days, arrive 20 to 30 minutes before gates open or look for permitted street parking along the south side of East Exposition Avenue where marked by municipal signage. Lastly, remember to lock your vehicle, stow personal valuables out of plain view, and note posted gate closure times if you plan to venture along the Cherry Creek Trail after park museum hours.