Facility Overview
Atkinson Secured Parking Lot, located at 2950 State Road in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, is an expansive, heavy-duty open-air surface parking and vehicle staging facility designed for maximum security and ease of maneuverability. Situated in the bustling industrial and commercial corridor of lower Bucks County adjacent to Northeast Philadelphia, this dedicated ground-level lot features an expansive paved and hard-packed surface. Because it is a 100% open-air lot with zero vertical overhead barriers, there are no clearance limits, making it exceptionally versatile. The facility easily accommodates standard passenger sedans, compact crossovers, full-size pickup trucks, passenger vans, high-roof cargo vans, and specialized fleet or commercial vehicles without the clearance anxieties typical of traditional parking decks.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Conveniently positioned along State Road (PA Route 13), Atkinson Secured Parking Lot serves as a prime parking and vehicle staging hub for local attractions, regional events, and riverside business parks. Nearby points of interest include:
- Parx Casino and Racing: Located approximately 10 minutes away via Street Road (PA-132), offering premier gaming, live thoroughbred racing, entertainment venues, and upscale dining.
- Neshaminy State Park: Under 5 minutes northeast, offering riverfront trails, boating access, and scenic Delaware River recreation.
- Andalusia Historic House, Gardens and Arboretum: Just 5 minutes down the Delaware River heritage corridor, ideal for visitors touring historic country estates.
- Philadelphia Mills: Approximately 8 minutes away via Woodhaven Road (PA-63), hosting hundreds of retail outlets, dining spots, and entertainment centers.
- TD Bank Amphitheater at Bensalem Community Park: Just a short 10-minute drive, hosting seasonal concerts and community festivals.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Navigating to and from 2950 State Road is straightforward thanks to its direct access along State Road (PA Route 13). The entrance is wide enough to facilitate smooth two-way ingress and egress, allowing large vehicles, trucks, and high-volume commuter traffic to enter and exit without congestion. Major arterial roadways seamlessly connect to the lot:
- Interstate 95 (I-95): Interchanges at Street Road (Exit 37) and Woodhaven Road (Exit 35) are minutes away, enabling rapid travel south into Center City Philadelphia or north toward Trenton and Princeton, New Jersey.
- Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-276): Accessible within a 10-to-12-minute drive, linking travelers seamlessly across the greater Commonwealth and to the New Jersey Turnpike extension.
- Cornwells Heights Commuter Hub: Located just 5 minutes away, this major park-and-ride facility offers high-frequency SEPTA Regional Rail (Trenton Line) and select Amtrak services, making combined driving and train commuting to Philadelphia or New York City remarkably easy.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Perimeter Security: Fully fenced boundary perimeter equipped with heavy-duty security gates to ensure controlled access.
- High-Intensity Night Lighting: Floodlit across all sections of the lot for clear visibility and personal safety after sunset.
- Unrestricted Clearance: Open-sky layout accommodating high-profile vans, utility vehicles, and lifted pickup trucks.
- Spacious Stall Markings: Wide parking stalls and expansive drive aisles tailored for trouble-free parking and turnaround maneuvers.
- Flexible Booking: Daily, weekly, and monthly commercial storage or commuter parking options available.
- Accessible Stalls: ADA-accessible parking surfaces positioned near primary pedestrian gate exits.
Ideal For
- Local Commuters & Rideshare Users: Drivers seeking a dependable vehicle staging point near regional transit hubs and Interstate corridors.
- Contractors & Fleet Operators: Trade professionals requiring dependable, secure parking for work trucks, cargo vans, trailers, and commercial equipment.
- Regional Eventgoers & Visitors: Patrons visiting Parx Casino, local amphitheaters, Delaware River marinas, or historic Andalusia.
- Extended Stagers: Travelers needing temporary short- or long-term vehicle placement outside congested city centers.
Visitor & Driver Tips
When heading to Atkinson Secured Parking Lot, follow GPS coordinates directly to 2950 State Road and reduce speed as you approach the entrance, which is situated between primary commercial turnoffs along Route 13. Ensure your vehicle is fully locked, windows rolled up, and all personal valuables stowed out of sight. If utilizing long-term or fleet parking arrangements, confirm gate code access or check-in instructions with the lot management prior to arrival to guarantee expedited entry during non-standard business hours.