About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated in the heart of Downtown Eugene, the 948 High St Parking facility provides open-air surface parking ideally suited for daily commuters, downtown shoppers, and evening entertainment seekers. Located along High Street between East 9th Avenue and East 10th Avenue, this centrally placed surface lot offers hassle-free parking with an unobstructed open sky layout. Because it is a ground-level, uncovered facility, it eliminates the strict height and clearance ceilings common to downtown parking garages, making it an excellent choice not only for standard sedans and compact cars, but also for full-size pickup trucks, large SUVs, and high-roof work or passenger vans.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

948 High St offers an exceptional walking score and unmatched proximity to the cultural, retail, and culinary center of Eugene:

McDonald Theatre: Located just two blocks west on Willamette Street (approx. 4-minute walk), making this lot a premier choice for live music and comedy concerts.
5th Street Public Market: Walk straight north along High Street for roughly 5 blocks (approx. 7–9 minutes) to access Eugene\'s premier boutique shopping, wine tasting, and artisan dining destination.
Hult Center for the Performing Arts: Situated near 7th Avenue and Willamette Street (approx. 8–10 minutes walking), hosting symphonies, ballets, and national touring Broadway productions.
Downtown Eugene & Kesey Square: A quick 5-minute stroll connects you to the buzzing intersection of Broadway and Willamette, home to local coffee shops, independent bookstores, and microbreweries.
Eugene Public Library & LCC Downtown Campus: Just 3 blocks away around 10th Avenue and Olive Street (approx. 5-minute walk).
University of Oregon: Conveniently located roughly 1.2 miles east; drivers can either take a scenic walk through the historic neighborhoods or catch the nearby EmX bus line directly onto campus and Matthew Knight Arena.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Navigating to 948 High Street is exceptionally straightforward. High Street operates as a prominent downtown thoroughfare connecting travelers arriving from Ferry Street Bridge, Coburg Road, and the I-105 / OR-126 freeway corridors. Ingress and egress are streamlined via wide driveways designed to facilitate smooth traffic movement, even during peak evening hours when events at nearby performance venues wrap up. For those connecting with regional public transit, the Lane Transit District (LTD) Downtown Eugene Transit Center is situated just three blocks away at 10th and Willamette, offering rapid transit bus connections (EmX) across Eugene and Springfield.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous headroom with zero height restriction bars, ideal for tall vehicles and roof racks.
Digital Payment Convenience: Clear signage offering quick mobile payment options (e.g., PayByPhone, ParkMobile, or scan-to-pay QR codes) alongside physical pay station meters where available.
Pedestrian Friendly: Direct sidewalk access onto High Street with curb cuts and well-lit walkways leading right into the downtown core.
Accessible Spaces: Designated ADA accessible parking stalls conveniently marked close to pedestrian access points.
24/7 Availability: Accessible around the clock, providing peace of mind for late-night downtown diners and overnight stays at adjacent hotels.

Ideal For

Concert & Theatergoers: Visitors attending events at the McDonald Theatre, WOW Hall, or Hult Center.
Downtown Diners & Shoppers: Patrons visiting Broadway restaurants, High Street taprooms, and the 5th Street Market district.
Business Commuters: Professionals and Lane Community College students seeking convenient, central downtown parking.
Oversized Vehicle Drivers: Drivers of lifted trucks, camper conversions, and vans that cannot safely enter standard clearance parking garages.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When arriving during peak weekend evenings or high-profile McDonald Theatre showtimes, plan to arrive 20 to 30 minutes early to secure an optimal space. Always double-check posted zone signs upon parking to confirm mobile payment registration or meter requirements, and retain your digital receipt. If you are heading towards the University of Oregon on game days, parking here and riding the rapid LTD EmX transit line offers an easy way to sidestep heavy campus traffic congestion.