Facility Overview
Montgomery County Public Parking - Lot 25, situated at 4711 Maple Avenue in Bethesda, Maryland, is an easily accessible municipal open-air surface parking facility operated by the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) Parking Management Division. Conveniently nestled just east of the bustling Wisconsin Avenue commercial corridor, Lot 25 offers a relaxed, ground-level parking alternative to the dense, multi-story garages found throughout downtown Bethesda. Because it is an unobstructed outdoor surface lot, it features unlimited overhead clearance, making it an exceptional parking choice not only for standard passenger cars and sedans but also for high-profile vehicles, full-size pickup trucks, conversion vans, and rooftop cargo-carrier equipped SUVs that may exceed the height restrictions of nearby subterranean parking garages.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Positioned along the vibrant southern edge of downtown Bethesda, Lot 25 places drivers within direct walking distance of premier dining, retail, and business destinations. The renowned Bethesda Row lifestyle center, brimming with upscale boutiques, bistros, coffee shops, and the Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema, is located just a scenic 5-to-10-minute stroll to the west. Medical and office professionals are within easy reach of the Wisconsin Avenue commercial towers, Chevy Chase medical offices, and corporate suites. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the lot\'s close proximity to Elm Street Park and the Capital Crescent Trail entrance, which offers paved pedestrian and bicycle paths winding all the way to Georgetown. Furthermore, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center are just a quick metro or bus connection to the north.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Navigating to and from 4711 Maple Avenue is straightforward. The facility enjoys direct access from Maple Avenue between Wisconsin Avenue (MD-355) and Tilbury Street, enabling motorists to circumvent heavy congestion on primary thoroughfares. Commuters arriving via Interstate 495 (Capital Beltway) or Interstate 270 can easily transition down Wisconsin Avenue or Connecticut Avenue into Bethesda. For public transit users, the Bethesda Metrorail Station (servicing the Washington Metro Red Line and future Purple Line light rail connection) is situated less than a 10-minute walk away, providing rapid, seamless rail access across Montgomery County and downtown Washington, D.C. Additionally, Montgomery County Ride On buses and Metrobus routes operate high-frequency service along neighboring Wisconsin Avenue.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Convenient ground-level outdoor surface parking with well-demarcated stall bays.
- Unrestricted vertical clearance accommodating lifted trucks, work vans, and vehicles with rooftop carriers.
- Pay-by-cell convenience via ParkMobile alongside on-site automated multi-space payment kiosks accepting major credit and debit cards.
- Dedicated accessible ADA parking spaces clearly signposted near primary pedestrian exits.
- Well-lit parking environment for enhanced visibility and evening safety.
- Free parking on Sundays and official Montgomery County holidays.
Ideal For
- Daily commuters and office workers seeking convenient parking close to Wisconsin Avenue commercial buildings.
- Shoppers and diners heading to Bethesda Row, Woodmont Triangle, and adjacent neighborhood restaurants.
- Recreational visitors exploring Elm Street Park or embarking on runs and bike rides along the Capital Crescent Trail.
- Contractors and drivers of oversized vehicles requiring wide open vertical clearance.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Parking regulations and meter enforcement in Bethesda\'s Parking Lot District typically run Monday through Saturday, while Sundays and designated county holidays offer free parking. To maximize convenience and avoid meter expiration, drivers are encouraged to use the ParkMobile app, which allows users to remotely monitor and extend parking time directly from a smartphone without returning to the vehicle. During morning and evening commuter rush hours, traffic on Wisconsin Avenue can build up quickly; approaching the lot via alternate neighborhood connectors such as East-West Highway or Bradley Boulevard can save valuable time.
