Facility Overview

The MDOT Park & Ride lot on E Round Lake Road in DeWitt, Michigan, provides a well-organized, public commuter parking solution strategically situated at the junction of US-127 and I-69 in southern Clinton County. This facility operates as an open-air surface lot designed for carpoolers, vanpoolers, and daily regional commuters. Because the facility is entirely open-air with no overhead decks or height bar restrictors, it easily accommodates all vehicle classes, including compact sedans, full-sized pickup trucks, tall SUVs, and work vans.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned just north of the Lansing metropolitan area, this commuter facility serves as a gateway to major regional employers and entertainment centers across Mid-Michigan. Downtown Lansing and the Michigan State Capitol complex are located roughly 9 miles to the south, while Michigan State University (MSU), Spartan Stadium, and the Breslin Student Events Center in East Lansing are accessible within a 15-minute drive (approximately 12 miles). The lot is also conveniently situated near Capital Region International Airport (LAN), located 7 miles southwest. Local DeWitt destinations—such as downtown DeWitt\'s Bridge Street dining district, Riverside Park, and the Prairie Creek Golf Course—are situated just minutes away.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicle entry and exit are straightforward via East Round Lake Road, situated immediately adjacent to the US-127 freeway on- and off-ramps. Commuters enjoy seamless east-west routing via Interstate 69 and north-south transit along US-127 connecting directly toward Lansing, Jackson, St. Johns, and Mount Pleasant. While regional fixed-route buses do not maintain dedicated platforms at this rural-suburban park-and-ride, it serves as an indispensable meeting node for prearranged carpools, employer shuttles, and ridesharing services.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• 100% free daily commuter parking provided by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)
• Uncovered surface lot with open headroom and generous clearance for high-profile vehicles
• Clearly marked standard vehicular bays and designated ADA accessible spaces
• Overhead lighting poles providing visibility during early morning and late evening arrivals
• Simple single-lane entry and exit for easy maneuvering

Ideal For

• Daily state government, healthcare, and corporate commuters traveling south to Lansing and East Lansing
• Faculty, staff, and students heading to Michigan State University or Lansing Community College
• Regional carpooling groups organizing trips north toward Mount Pleasant or west toward Grand Rapids via I-69/I-96
• Spartan game-day attendees consolidating vehicles before driving into university parking zones

Visitor & Driver Tips

Arrive before 7:30 AM on weekdays to secure prime parking stalls nearest the access apron. Note that MDOT park-and-ride rules typically limit commuter parking to 48 consecutive hours; avoid leaving vehicles long-term without checking state regulations. Always secure vehicle doors, roll up windows, and store valuables out of sight, as the facility is unattended. During winter storms, be mindful of snowbanks and plowing activity along the perimeter bays.