Facility Overview

SW 10th and Clay – L90 (also known as Lot #90) is an open-air surface parking facility strategically situated at 1475 SW 10th Avenue in the South Park Blocks and Cultural District area of Downtown Portland. Positioned at the intersection of SW 10th Avenue and SW Clay Street, this level asphalt parking lot offers straightforward drive-in accessibility and self-parking convenience. Because Lot #90 is an outdoor, uncovered surface lot, it features completely unrestricted vertical clearance. This makes it a rare and invaluable downtown option for tall vehicles, full-size pickup trucks, large SUVs, high-roof cargo and passenger vans, or vehicles equipped with roof racks, bike mounts, or ski boxes that cannot navigate standard low-clearance downtown garages.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Lot #90 places motorists within direct walking distance of downtown Portland’s premier cultural, academic, and entertainment destinations. The Portland Art Museum and the Oregon Historical Society are just a quick 3 to 4-minute walk north (approximately 0.2 miles), while the tree-lined promenades of the South Park Blocks and The Old Church Concert Hall are only steps away. Performing arts attendees can stroll leisurely to the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall (Portland’5) or the Keller Auditorium, both located within an 8-minute radius. Academic commuters and event attendees will appreciate immediate proximity to the Portland State University (PSU) campus, Peter Stott Center, and the popular Saturday PSU Farmers Market. Neighboring hospitality and retail hubs include the Broadway Tower, Hotel Vance, Radisson RED Portland Downtown, and the downtown Safeway grocery anchor.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The facility features convenient ingress and egress points designed to minimize gridlock: drivers can enter and exit directly from SW 10th Avenue between Clay and Columbia Streets, or via SW Clay Street between 10th and 11th Avenues. Highly visible light-blue Parking NW flag signage marks the primary SW 10th Avenue entrance. SW Clay Street provides direct, rapid access toward outbound routes including Highway 26 (Sunset Highway) and connections to Interstate 405 (Stadium Freeway), ensuring an effortless departure after major downtown events. For multimodal travelers, the lot is footsteps from the Portland Streetcar line on SW 10th and 11th Avenues and short blocks from TriMet MAX Light Rail connections and regional bus corridors traversing SW Columbia and SW Jefferson Streets.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Uncovered surface lot providing unlimited overhead clearance for oversized and high-profile vehicles.
• Continuous 24/7 self-park accessibility every day of the week.
• Designated ADA accessible parking spaces conveniently positioned near main street exits.
• Touchless mobile payment support with quick scan-to-pay signage and ParkChirp reservation compatibility.
• Nighttime lighting across the parking surface for clear visibility during evening hours.
• Affordable flat-rate options including weekday early-bird, evening discounts, and flexible 24/7 monthly permits.

Ideal For

• Museumgoers visiting the Portland Art Museum, PAM galleries, and Oregon Historical Society exhibitions.
• Students, faculty, and staff commuting to Portland State University classes and urban campus facilities.
• Theatergoers and music enthusiasts attending performances at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Brunish Hall, or Keller Auditorium.
• Contractors, tradespeople, and road trippers driving lifted trucks, utility vans, or roof-loaded vehicles requiring overheight-friendly parking.
• Hotel visitors and overnight travelers staying at Hotel Vance, Radisson RED, or nearby downtown accommodations.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Downtown Portland features a grid of one-way streets; note that SW 10th Avenue travels southbound and SW Clay Street runs eastbound, so plan your approach lane well in advance. When attending high-profile events at the Portland Art Museum or PSU, pre-purchasing a parking reservation via ParkChirp or Parking NW guarantees your stall before local lots reach capacity. Commuters arriving prior to 10:00 AM on weekdays can capitalize on discounted early-bird day rates. Lastly, as with all open-air urban downtown lots, always practice Portland's 'Park Smart' routine: lock all vehicle doors and ensure no bags, electronics, or personal belongings remain in sight.