About this Location

Facility Overview

Parking Lot A, located at 971 Ohio Dr SW, sits within the heart of East Potomac Park in Washington, D.C. This is a dedicated open-air surface parking facility that offers a straightforward, flat-lot layout. Because it is an outdoor surface lot, it has no vertical clearance restrictions, making it an excellent choice for drivers operating full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, or vehicles equipped with roof racks. The lot features clearly demarcated stalls, providing ample space for standard passenger vehicles and larger automobiles alike.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This lot is perfectly situated for visitors enjoying the natural beauty and recreational facilities of the Potomac waterfront. It serves as a primary access point for the East Potomac Golf Links and the surrounding parklands. Additionally, it is within a short distance of the Thomas Jefferson Memorial and the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial. Tourists and locals alike will find this location ideal for a scenic walk along the Tidal Basin, especially during the cherry blossom season.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Access to 971 Ohio Dr SW is primarily facilitated via Ohio Drive SW. The facility is well-positioned for those traveling from the George Washington Memorial Parkway or I-395. Traffic flow is generally consistent, though drivers should anticipate increased volume during peak cherry blossom weeks or major holiday weekends in the District. While the site is primarily car-dependent, its proximity to the National Mall area makes it a key anchor for regional visitors.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-air surface parking with no height restrictions.
Clearly marked driving lanes and parking bays.
Proximity to recreational hiking and cycling trails.
Adjacent to scenic picnic and waterfront areas.
On-site payment options available for transient visitors.
ADA-accessible parking spaces distributed throughout the lot.

Ideal For

Golfers visiting East Potomac Golf Links.
Sightseers planning to visit the Tidal Basin and National Mall memorials.
Recreational visitors, joggers, and cyclists enjoying the park facilities.
Weekend visitors looking for accessible waterfront parking away from the dense downtown grid.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Arrive early during the spring season, as the Tidal Basin attracts significant crowds that can fill area parking quickly.
Utilize GPS navigation to reach the specific entrance on Ohio Dr SW to avoid congestion from the nearby highway interchanges.
Ensure you have a mobile payment app ready, as many parking facilities in the District are transitioning to digital-first payment systems.
Always secure valuables out of sight, as this is a high-traffic area for tourists.