About this Location

Facility Overview

OHSU Parking Garage B is a vital, multi-level structured parking facility situated in the heart of the Marquam Hill campus at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in Southwest Portland. Located along SW Pavilion Loop, this garage provides direct, sheltered vehicular access to the university\'s premier healthcare and research facilities. Built into the hillside topography characteristic of the Marquam Hill medical center, Garage B features paved drive aisles, clearly marked directional signage, multiple elevators, and dedicated pedestrian bridge connections linking directly into hospital corridors. The facility is fully covered, shielding patients, visitors, and staff from Pacific Northwest rain and inclement weather. The garage accommodates standard passenger cars, compact vehicles, minivans, and mid-sized SUVs; however, full-size lifted pickup trucks and high-roof conversion vans must observe the posted overhead height clearance restriction of 6 feet 8 inches (2.03 m). Oversized or modified specialty vehicles must coordinate with OHSU Transportation and Parking Services for designated surface parking alternatives.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Strategically positioned on the upper Marquam Hill bluff, Garage B serves as an essential arrival point for key medical, scientific, and academic destinations:

OHSU Hospital & Kohler Pavilion: Direct indoor access via pedestrian skybridges and concourses, eliminating the need to traverse steep exterior hill grades.
Doernbecher Children\'s Hospital: Located immediately adjacent (within a 2- to 4-minute walk), providing convenient access for families and pediatric appointments.
Hatfield Research Center: Located within a short 3-minute stroll, catering to medical scientists, researchers, and clinical trial participants.
Portland Aerial Tram (Upper Terminal): Situated roughly a 5-minute walk away, whisking riders down 3,300 linear feet to Portland\'s South Waterfront district, Knight Cancer Research Building, and the Willamette Greenway trail.
Marquam Nature Park & Trails: Surrounding the medical campus, popular trailheads such as the Marquam Trail offering forested scenic hikes are accessible nearby.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Drivers reach Garage B by ascending SW Sam Jackson Park Road onto SW Pavilion Loop. Because the Marquam Hill roadway network winds through residential hillside neighborhoods, drivers are urged to observe the 20–25 mph speed limits and watch for campus shuttle buses and emergency medical vehicles. Egress routes back down toward downtown Portland, US-26 (Sunset Highway), and Interstate 5 are straightforward along SW Terwilliger Boulevard or SW Sam Jackson Park Road. For public transit users, TriMet bus lines (notably Line 8-Jackson Park) stop along the Marquam Hill transit exchange, and the Portland Aerial Tram offers a continuous 3-minute ride connecting down to the South Waterfront MAX Light Rail (Orange Line) and Portland Streetcar networks.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Covered Multi-Deck Structure: Weather-protected parking across multiple tiered levels with dedicated elevator towers and accessible stairwells.
Direct Hospital Skybridges: Enclosed, climate-controlled connections directly to inpatient wards, surgical waiting rooms, and outpatient clinics.
Accessible ADA Parking: Generous supply of designated ADA accessible and van-accessible stalls situated directly adjacent to elevator landings.
Electric Vehicle Charging: Level 2 EV charging stations available for patient and visitor use on designated levels.
Security & Safety: Regular 24/7 patrols by OHSU Department of Public Safety, illuminated driving lanes, comprehensive CCTV coverage, and emergency call boxes.
Automated Payment Stations: Easy-to-use pay stations accepting credit and debit cards, with patient validation capabilities at clinic reception desks.

Ideal For

Outpatient Clinic Appointments: Providing the fastest and most direct parking access to Kohler Pavilion and OHSU Hospital specialty clinics.
Hospital Inpatient Visits: Overnight and extended day visitation for friends and family of hospitalized patients.
Pediatric Care Visitors: Convenient access to Doernbecher Children\'s Hospital treatment centers.
Campus Medical Faculty & Researchers: Convenient on-campus parking for authorized permit holders and visiting clinicians.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Patients and their direct personal visitors should always obtain a parking validation ticket or barcode discount at clinic check-in desks, as validated patient parking rates are significantly reduced or free of charge. Peak congestion periods occur between 8:30 AM and 11:30 AM on weekdays; arriving at least 20 to 30 minutes prior to your scheduled clinic appointment ensures sufficient time to locate a space, navigate elevators, and complete reception intake. Take note of your assigned floor number and nearest color-coded elevator bank before leaving your vehicle, as the multi-level layout across hillside tiers can be disorienting for first-time visitors.