About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot #53 Fishers Lane (operating as the 5635 Fishers Lane Garage) is a modern, multi-level covered parking structure located in the thriving Twinbrook bio-health and technology district of Rockville, Maryland. Serving key federal facilities, medical laboratories, and private research buildings along Fishers Lane and Twinbrook Parkway, this facility provides well-lit, weather-protected self-parking. Standard passenger cars, midsize crossovers, compact sedans, and standard SUVs can navigate the ramps and interior aisles easily. Drivers of full-size trucks, lifted SUVs, and cargo vans should note the facility vertical clearance limit of 6 feet 8 inches (6'8") before entering. High-roof commercial vans and oversized utility vehicles exceeding this clearance cannot enter the covered decks and must seek surface accommodations.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Strategically situated in southern Rockville near North Bethesda, this parking garage directly serves an array of major scientific, medical, and governmental institutions as well as popular retail centers:

NIH Facilities & Research Centers: Direct walking access to the NIH Donor Center at Fishers Lane, the NIH Intramural Sequencing Center (NISC), and the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) complex at 5601 Fishers Lane (1 to 3 minutes on foot).
United States Pharmacopeia (USP): Situated next door along Twinbrook Parkway and Fishers Lane (less than a 3-minute walk).
HHS & AHRQ Headquarters: Directly adjacent to 5600 Fishers Lane, home to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services offices (2 to 4 minutes on foot).
Twinbrook Metro Station: Located roughly 0.2 miles away, reachable in a convenient 4 to 6 minute stroll via the pedestrian walkways along Twinbrook Parkway.
Pike & Rose & Montrose Crossing: Just 1.2 miles southwest, providing premier dining, entertainment, shopping at REI and Target, and upscale restaurants.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicle ingress and egress are remarkably straightforward. The garage features dedicated entry lanes from Twinbrook Parkway (near 12721 Twinbrook Pkwy) and via the access road connecting Fishers Lane between the USP building and 5635 Fishers Lane. Traffic flows smoothly along MD 355 (Rockville Pike) and Montrose Parkway, offering quick connections to Interstate 270 (Exit 4A/Montrose Rd) and the Capital Beltway (I-495). For commuters combining driving with public transit, the proximity to the Washington Metro Red Line at Twinbrook Station allows rapid connections to Bethesda, Silver Spring, and downtown Washington, D.C. Montgomery County Ride On bus routes also service the immediate corridor along Twinbrook Parkway.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

24/7 Covered Parking: Multi-story covered structure protecting vehicles from winter weather and summer heat.
Digital Payment & Touchless Entry: Mobile parking passes accepted through platforms like ParkChirp and SpotHero, alongside on-site automated payment equipment.
ADA Accessibility: Dedicated accessible parking bays conveniently located close to garage elevators and pedestrian exit points.
Safety & Lighting: High-illumination LED lighting, prominent aisle striping, clear directional signage, and staffed security monitoring during business peak hours.
Dual Entrances: Streamlined access separating monthly permit passholders and transient daily visitors to reduce entry queues.

Ideal For

Federal Employees & Contractors: Professionals visiting or working at NIH, HHS, AHRQ, and surrounding life-science institutes.
Medical Donors & Clinical Visitors: Donors and outpatients visiting the NIH Donor Center at Fishers Lane.
Metro Commuters: Park-and-ride commuters desiring covered parking within short walking distance of the Twinbrook Metrorail Red Line.
Conference Attendees: Delegates participating in seminars and corporate meetings at the Fishers Lane Conference Center.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Daily visitor entrance lanes are located on the south side of 12721 Twinbrook Parkway, marked by an attendant booth and transient ticket dispensers, while monthly passholders use the north lane. If visiting NIH or HHS offices, be sure to bring a government-issued photo ID for building access check-in after parking. Pre-booking via mobile parking apps is recommended to secure guaranteed daytime rates, particularly on weekdays between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM when federal and corporate facilities experience peak traffic. Always check vehicle roof height against the 6'8" clearance bar before driving in.