Facility Overview
Bar CCC Parking is an easily accessible open-air surface parking facility situated at 18962 S Twenty Mile Road in Parker, Colorado. Serving as the primary parking area for Bar CCC Park and a key access point to the renowned Cherry Creek Regional Trail, this lot offers a paved, clean, and spacious environment. Because it is an open-sky ground lot, it features no vertical overhead clearance limitations, making it exceptionally well-suited for high-profile vehicles, pickup trucks, full-size SUVs with rooftop cargo boxes or bicycle racks, and passenger vans.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Nestled along the scenic Cherry Creek corridor in western Parker, this parking area provides unmatched convenience for outdoor enthusiasts, trail runners, and cyclists. Directly adjoining the lot is the paved Cherry Creek Regional Trail, offering continuous multi-use pathways spanning miles north toward Cherry Creek State Park and south into Franktown. Additionally, the lot is located just minutes from key Parker civic and entertainment destinations:
- Cherry Creek Regional Trail & Sulphur Gulch Trail Confluence: Direct, immediate step-out access onto regional paved walking and biking trails.
- Parker Library (Douglas County Libraries): Located less than a 5-minute walk (0.3 miles) north on S Twenty Mile Road.
- Historic Downtown Parker & Mainstreet: Approximately 1 mile east, featuring boutique dining, craft breweries, and local shopping.
- PACE Center (Parker Arts, Culture & Events): Situated approximately 1.2 miles away, hosting live theater, concerts, and community performances.
- Twenty Mile Shopping District: Walking distance to regional retail, grocery centers, and quick-casual dining along Dransfeldt Road and Plaza Drive.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
The lot is entered directly off S Twenty Mile Road, with smooth turning radiuses and clear sightlines in both directions. S Twenty Mile Road provides straightforward arterial connectivity to E-470 to the north and Parker Road (CO-83) to the east, ensuring swift transit to Denver, Centennial, Aurora, and Castle Rock. Regional RTD bus services operate stops along nearby Dransfeldt Road and Parker Road, providing public transit links throughout the Douglas County and Denver metropolitan areas.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Open-air ground level parking with clearly striped standard and accessible (ADA) stalls.
- Zero vertical height restrictions, accommodating lifted trucks, SUVs, and roof-mounted gear.
- Immediate connectivity to the Cherry Creek Regional Trail network.
- On-site waste receptacles and seasonal park amenity access.
- Public street lighting surrounding the entrance and perimeter.
- Complimentary public access during park operational hours.
Ideal For
- Trail Users & Cyclists: Ideal staging ground for road biking, gravel riding, jogging, and walking along the Cherry Creek path.
- Dog Walkers & Families: Convenient open-space parking for afternoon outings and scenic nature walks.
- Local Commuters & Library Visitors: Practical, peaceful parking option for short-term visits to adjacent civic spaces.
- Visitors with Oversized Vehicles: Open-air configuration guarantees hassle-free parking for tall trucks and SUVs.
Visitor & Driver Tips
The lot experiences peak usage on mild weekend mornings and sunny weekday late afternoons when trail activity reaches its height. Bicyclists and pedestrians frequently cross near the parking apron, so drivers should exercise caution and maintain low speeds when entering and exiting. Overnight camping and parking outside of official park operating hours are prohibited by municipal ordinance, so ensure your vehicle is vacated before the park closes at 10:00 PM.
