About this Location

Facility Overview

Serving as one of the premier transit gateways in the San Fernando Valley, the North Hollywood Station Metro Parking facility supports travelers connecting to the Metro B Line (subway, formerly the Red Line) and G Line (bus rapid transit, formerly the Orange Line). Located at 11232 Cumpston Street near the intersection of Lankershim Boulevard and Chandler Boulevard, this expansive parking facility consists of open-air surface lots configured around the station terminal, including dedicated North, South, East, and West parcels accommodating over 1,000 vehicles. Because it operates as an outdoor surface lot rather than an enclosed, multi-tier garage, it provides unobstructed overhead clearance, making it extraordinarily accommodating for tall SUVs, lifted pickup trucks, standard passenger vans, and vehicles equipped with roof racks, cargo pods, or bicycle carriers.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated directly at the vibrant northern edge of the historic NoHo Arts District, this parking facility places drivers within footsteps of top-tier cultural, culinary, and live entertainment venues:

NoHo Arts District Theaters & Dining (2 to 5 minutes on foot): Stroll immediately south along Lankershim Boulevard and Magnolia Boulevard to discover beloved black-box venues like the El Portal Theatre, Zombie Joe’s Underground Theatre, independent art studios, comedy clubs, and diverse dining destinations ranging from casual craft gastropubs to trendy cafes.
Universal Studios Hollywood & CityWalk (1 subway stop / 4 minutes on the B Line): Instead of paying premium on-site theme park parking fees, commuters and tourists frequently park here and take the Metro B Line south one stop to Universal City/Studio City Station.
Hollywood / Highland & Walk of Fame (2 subway stops / 8 minutes on the B Line): Effortlessly reach the Dolby Theatre, TCL Chinese Theatre, El Capitan Theatre, and the Hollywood Walk of Fame without navigating congested Hollywood Boulevard traffic.
Downtown Los Angeles & Crypto.com Arena (approx. 25-30 minutes on the B Line): Avoid downtown traffic bottlenecks and surge pricing during Los Angeles Lakers games, concerts, and conventions at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
Chandler Bikeway (adjacent): The station serves as the western terminus for the popular Chandler Bikeway, providing a scenic, paved path stretching east into Burbank for cyclists and joggers.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The facility provides straightforward vehicular ingress and egress off Cumpston Street, Chandler Boulevard, and Lankershim Boulevard. Its strategic placement offers fast connectivity to major Southern California freeways, sitting minutes from the Hollywood Freeway (US-101), the Ventura Freeway (CA-134), and the Golden State Freeway (I-5 via Burbank). When departing following peak evening commutes or major regional events, drivers can conveniently bypass central street bottlenecks by turning onto westbound Chandler or heading straight toward the 170 Hollywood Freeway corridor. As an intermodal transit hub, the parking lot connects directly with the underground Metro B Line subway, the dedicated-right-of-way Metro G Line BRT across the Valley, and numerous local LADOT DASH and Metro bus routes.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Expansive Surface Parking: Over 1,000 marked surface parking stalls situated in multiple lot segments surrounding the transit center.
No Low-Clearance Barriers: Open-sky layout allows seamless maneuvering and parking for oversized trucks, tall SUVs, and roof-racked vehicles.
Digital Payment Options: Quick and convenient payments via official on-site payment kiosks, online via ParkAtMetro.net, or through the official Metro Parking mobile application (Metro Zone 203).
ADA Accessibility: Designated, clearly striped accessible parking spaces located conveniently near station ramps and pedestrian pathways.
Comprehensive Lighting & Patrols: High-mast surface lighting paired with station security and transit surveillance cameras.
Direct Platform Access: Seamless pedestrian walkways leading directly to subway escalators, elevator plazas, and bus transit bays.

Ideal For

Daily Downtown LA & Hollywood Commuters: Professionals seeking economical, traffic-free access to Downtown LA, Hollywood, and Koreatown via the direct Metro B Line.
Theme Park & Entertainment Visitors: Travelers heading to Universal Studios Hollywood, the Hollywood Bowl (via connecting shuttles), or Hollywood Boulevard wanting to skip exorbitant parking rates.
Arena & Stadium Eventgoers: Sports fans and concertgoers traveling to Crypto.com Arena, BMO Stadium, or the LA Convention Center.
NoHo Arts District Explorers: Visitors enjoying evening theater performances, dance academies, indie comedy, and local craft breweries along Lankershim.
Multimodal Cyclists & Runners: Active locals staging their vehicles at the entrance of the Chandler Bikeway.

Visitor & Driver Tips

To ensure a smooth, worry-free parking experience, keep these local driver tips in mind:

Have Your TAP Card Handy: Metro parking lots frequently require riders to validate transit use or record your TAP card number at the pay kiosk or app to qualify for standard transit parking rates.
Peak Arrival Times: The main northern and southern stalls tend to fill up early on weekday mornings between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM with daily commuters. Arrive before 7:30 AM or utilize permit-reserved options if you need a guaranteed space.
Remember Your Stall and Zone: Make note of your exact lot sector and parking stall number, as you will need to enter your license plate and Zone 203 when paying at the kiosk or on the Metro Parking mobile app.
Keep Valuables Hidden: As with any urban public transit parking facility in Los Angeles, always lock your doors, roll up windows completely, and keep all charging cables, bags, and valuables out of sight inside your trunk.