About this Location

Facility Overview

City Center Parking (Macadam Garage) is situated at 5550 S Macadam Avenue in Portland’s vibrant Johns Landing neighborhood, set against the scenic Willamette River. Serving the Class A 5550 S Macadam commercial office complex, this parking facility offers a hybrid layout consisting of an outdoor open-air surface lot and two levels of covered subterranean garage parking. The surface lot provides wide drive aisles and unobstructed headroom, making it exceptionally accommodating for full-size pickup trucks, larger SUVs, passenger vans, and vehicles equipped with roof racks, bike mounts, or kayak carriers. For standard passenger sedans, hatchbacks, and compact crossovers, the covered subterranean levels offer weather-protected parking sheltered from Pacific Northwest rains, though drivers of taller vehicles should observe posted garage clearance signs (typically 6 feet 8 inches).

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

The facility enjoys a prime waterfront position along the Willamette Greenway Trail, providing direct pedestrian and bicycle connectivity to riverside parks and South Portland amenities. Key destinations and attractions nearby include:

Willamette Greenway Trail: Accessible directly behind the facility, offering miles of uninterrupted scenic paths along the Willamette River.
Willamette Park: Located just one mile south, featuring soccer fields, tennis courts, a community dog park, and a public boat ramp.
South Waterfront District & OHSU Campuses: Approximately 1.2 miles north, home to the OHSU Center for Health & Healing, Robertson Life Sciences Building, and the Portland Aerial Tram connecting to Marquam Hill.
Johns Landing Dining & Retail: Within a 5 to 10-minute walk, visitors can find popular local dining spots including Macadam's Bar & Grill, Buffalo Gap Saloon & Grill, Corbett Fish House, and Elephants Delicatessen.
Sellwood Bridge & Riverfront: Situated less than two miles south, providing swift access across the river to Sellwood-Moreland, Oaks Amusement Park, and Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Positioned on South Macadam Avenue (Oregon Route 43), the garage is exceptionally accessible for commuters driving between downtown Portland and Lake Oswego. Strategic arterial links provide rapid access to Interstate 5 via the SW Corbett Avenue and SW Hamilton Street on-ramps, as well as fast connections across the river via the Ross Island Bridge and Sellwood Bridge. TriMet Bus Line 35 (Macadam/Greeley) stops steps away along Macadam Avenue, offering direct, frequent service northbound into downtown Portland and southbound toward Lake Oswego. Additionally, the Portland Streetcar (NS Line) and Portland Aerial Tram terminals in South Waterfront are a quick transit or rideshare connection to the north.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Mixed Parking Formats: Covered lower-level garage bays paired with convenient open-air surface parking stalls.
Direct Trail Access: Seamless pedestrian entry right onto the paved Willamette Greenway Trail.
Digital Payment Convenience: Automated on-site pay stations accepting credit cards and contactless payments, complemented by mobile parking app integrations.
Accessible Stalls: Designated ADA-compliant accessible spaces positioned adjacent to primary building walkways and elevator banks.
Lighting & Visibility: Well-illuminated driving lanes, clear directional signage, and regular facility maintenance.

Ideal For

Corporate Tenants & Clients: Visiting professionals and daily employees conducting business at 5550 S Macadam and adjacent office developments.
Greenway Recreationists: Walkers, joggers, and cyclists seeking convenient, legal parking before exploring the Willamette River waterfront trail.
Local Diners & Shoppers: Patrons visiting Johns Landing’s neighborhood eateries, boutiques, and riverside restaurants.
Healthcare & University Visitors: Commuters looking for easily accessible parking just south of the busy OHSU South Waterfront medical district.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When planning your trip, consider whether you prefer covered or surface parking; drivers operating lifted trucks, commercial cargo vans, or vehicles carrying oversized sporting gear should park in the surface lot to avoid clearance limits. South Macadam Avenue carries substantial commuter traffic during peak morning (northbound) and evening (southbound) rush hours, so allowing a few extra minutes for entry and exit during those windows is advised. Always ensure your license plate is entered correctly at the payment machine or mobile app before stepping away, and remember to keep all personal valuables tucked securely out of sight.