About this Location

Facility Overview

AirGarage | Public Parking at 132 1st St SE offers an exceptionally convenient, open-air surface lot situated in the heart of historic Old Town Bandon, Oregon. Perched along the vibrant Coquille River waterfront, this well-maintained lot provides seamless off-street parking for visitors exploring the Southern Oregon Coast. Because it is a ground-level, outdoor facility, drivers do not have to worry about the overhead clearance restrictions typical of covered parking garages. The lot comfortably accommodates standard passenger sedans, crossovers, full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, and high-clearance vehicles equipped with rooftop carriers, surfboard attachments, or kayak racks.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This parking location places drivers within steps of Bandon's most cherished waterfront amenities, eateries, and shopping destinations:

Port of Bandon Boardwalk & Marina: Located less than a 1-minute walk away, offering scenic pier strolls, public boat watching, and crabbing off the docks.
Waterfront Dining: Directly adjacent to popular local eateries such as Tony's Crab Shack (155 1st St SE), Bandon Bait, and the renowned Bandon Fish Market (249 1st St SE), all within a 2-minute walk.
Old Town Bandon Shopping & Galleries: Moments from charming local boutiques, glass art studios, gift shops, and confectionery destinations like Cranberry Sweets and local artisan cafes along 2nd Street SE.
Bandon Historical Society Museum: Located about 0.3 miles south (a gentle 6-minute walk), showcasing the heritage of the Coquille River region.
Bandon South Jetty & Coquille River Lighthouse View: A scenic 1.5-mile drive or coastal bike ride west along Jetty Road to witness crashing Pacific surf and panoramic lighthouse vistas.
Bandon Dunes Golf Resort: Located roughly 10 minutes (5.5 miles) north, making this lot the ideal staging ground for golfers heading into town for waterfront dinners and evening drinks.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Navigating to the parking facility is effortless. From the Oregon Coast Highway (US-101), motorists can enter Old Town by turning onto Delaware Avenue SE or Fillmore Avenue SE and proceeding down to 1st Street SE. Ingress and egress are smooth thanks to wide two-way street lanes and an open, gateless entry format that eliminates bottleneck lines during peak weekend periods. Regional transit users will find nearby Coastal Express and regional bus connections operating along the US-101 corridor, connecting Bandon to Coos Bay, North Bend, and southern coastal towns like Port Orford.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Gateless, Open-Air Parking: Quick drive-in access without physical barrier gates or ticketing arms.
24/7 Operating Hours: Continuous around-the-clock availability for early morning anglers and late-night diners.
Seamless Cashless Payments: Powered by AirGarage technology, allowing drivers to pay instantly via smartphone by scanning on-site QR codes, texting the posted prompt, or using the AirGarage mobile app.
Unrestricted Headroom: Fully open sky clearance suitable for tall vehicles and roof-racked road trippers.
Paved & Marked Stalls: Clearly demarcated vehicle spaces including accessible (ADA) parking options.
Waterfront Proximity: Direct, level pedestrian access straight onto the pedestrian boardwalk and 1st Street sidewalks.

Ideal For

Waterfront Diners & Foodies: Visitors enjoying fresh Dungeness crab, fish and chips, and coastal wine bars in Old Town Bandon.
Anglers & Marina Visitors: Crabbing enthusiasts and boaters taking advantage of the adjacent Port of Bandon boat launch and marina docks.
Tourists & Road Trippers: Travelers journeying along Highway 101 looking for a secure, central spot to stretch their legs and explore coastal sights.
Bandon Dunes Golfers: Guests staying in the region who want hassle-free parking during off-course excursions into town.
Local Eventgoers: Attendees of seasonal community events, including the Bandon Cranberry Festival, 4th of July festivities, and Boardwalk Art Shows.

Visitor & Driver Tips

To ensure a stress-free visit, start your parking session as soon as you pull into a stall. Simply scan the QR code located on the AirGarage signs with your smartphone camera or text the number shown on the sign, enter your license plate details, and confirm payment before walking away to prevent enforcement citations. During the height of the summer travel season and holiday weekends, Old Town Bandon can experience heavy visitor traffic, so arriving before noon or in the mid-afternoon between peak lunch and dinner hours is recommended to claim the best spots.