About this Location

Facility Overview

Middleton Lane Lot 41 (officially designated as Montgomery County Public Parking Lot 41) is a municipal open-air surface parking facility situated at 4538 Middleton Lane in the vibrant northern district of Downtown Bethesda, Maryland. Tucked quietly just off the primary Wisconsin Avenue (MD-355) corridor and adjacent to the bustling Woodmont Triangle, this lot provides straightforward, ground-level parking in an area otherwise dominated by multi-level subterranean decks and high-rise commercial garages. Because Lot 41 is an unobstructed surface parking lot, it boasts completely open headroom with zero vertical clearance restrictions. This makes it a rare and exceptionally suitable parking destination for high-roof cargo vans, lifted pickup trucks, full-size SUVs with rooftop storage boxes, and commercial service vehicles that exceed typical multi-story parking garage height clearances (often restricted to 6\'2\" or 6\'8\" throughout Montgomery County).

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Lot 41 offers strategic proximity to many of Bethesda’s premier commercial, medical, and dining hubs, serving as a peaceful parking pad away from heavy garage traffic:

Woodmont Triangle Dining & Nightlife: Located just a 3 to 5-minute walk south and southwest, placing visitors steps away from acclaimed restaurants, craft breweries, casual cafes, and independent boutiques along Norfolk, Cordell, and St. Elmo Avenues.
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Campus: Situated less than 0.7 miles north along Wisconsin Avenue, making this location an accessible parking option for visitors and contractors commuting toward the southern gates of the NIH biomedical research complex.
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center: Located just north of the lot along Rockville Pike/Wisconsin Ave, reachable within a 4-minute drive or brisk walk/bus connector ride.
Battery Lane Urban Park & North Bethesda Trail: Just two blocks west, providing immediate access to scenic green spaces, tennis courts, and neighborhood walking trails.
Bethesda Row & Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District: A brief 10 to 12-minute walk or 3-minute ride down Wisconsin Avenue brings guests to Bethesda Row\'s premier shopping and cinematic venues.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress to Lot 41 are straightforward via Middleton Lane, a relatively low-traffic side street connecting directly to Wisconsin Avenue (MD-355). Entering and exiting during morning and evening rush hours is far more seamless than maneuvering large parking decks, with direct sightlines and prompt curb access. For multimodal commuters, the facility is well-served by regional public transportation: the Bethesda Metrorail Station (serving the WMATA Red Line) is located approximately 0.6 miles south, while the Medical Center Metro Station is located roughly 0.6 miles north. Frequent Montgomery County Ride On buses (such as Routes 34, 47, and 70) and Metrobus lines run directly along Wisconsin Avenue only seconds from the lot entrance. Drivers heading out of the area enjoy rapid vehicular connections to the Capital Beltway (I-495), East-West Highway (MD-410), and Old Georgetown Road (MD-187).

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Spaces: Uncovered layout offering unlimited vertical clearance with no height obstacles for oversized vehicles.
Digital Payment Integration: Fully integrated with the ParkMobile mobile app (Bethesda parking zone), allowing drivers to start and extend sessions remotely from their smartphones.
On-Site Pay Stations: Modern multi-space pay stations that accept major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AMEX) and coins.
Accessible Parking: Designated ADA-compliant parking stalls marked with clear international access signage and level paving.
Municipal Lighting: Overhead street-grade lighting illuminating the lot bays throughout evening and overnight hours.
Clear Striping & Wayfinding: Standardized perpendicular and angled parking bays with wide drive aisles for smooth maneuvering.

Ideal For

Oversized Vehicle Drivers: Contractors, trade professionals, and visitors driving tall vans or lifted trucks that cannot enter conventional Bethesda parking garages.
Woodmont Triangle Visitors: Diners, patrons, and shoppers seeking quick in-and-out ground-level parking without navigating multi-level garage ramps.
Daily Commuters & NIH Contractors: Remote workers and professionals seeking dependable day-rate parking close to central transit routes and medical corridors.
Short-Term Errands: Drivers needing fast curbside or short-stay parking near local clinics, fitness centers, and neighborhood services along Wisconsin Avenue.

Visitor & Driver Tips

MCDOT parking enforcement typically runs Monday through Saturday from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, with parking generally free on Sundays and official Montgomery County holidays; always verify the posted regulatory signage and pay station meters upon arrival. Because Lot 41 is a boutique neighborhood lot with fewer spaces than the large municipal garages on Woodmont or Cheltenham, stalls can fill quickly during peak weekday business hours and Friday dinner rushes. Utilizing the ParkMobile app is highly recommended to receive expiration countdown warnings and extend time without returning to the vehicle. For drivers with GPS navigation, input \'4538 Middleton Ln\' and reduce speed when approaching from Wisconsin Avenue, as the turn onto Middleton Lane can be easily missed amidst corridor traffic.