About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated directly along the 38th Street corridor in Rock Island, Illinois, the parking facility at 1103 38th St serves as an accessible open-air surface lot seamlessly integrated into the Augustana College campus and surrounding residential neighborhood. Laid out on a paved, single-level asphalt footprint, this facility eliminates the clearance concerns inherent to low-ceiling parking decks. As an open-sky surface lot, it offers completely unrestricted vertical clearance, making it fully accommodating for standard passenger cars, large dual-cab pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, and high-profile passenger vans. The wide driving aisles and standard 90-degree bay markings facilitate effortless maneuvering and simple two-point parking even during busy college arrival times.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This parking area boasts an unbeatable geographic footprint for visitors to Augustana College and the surrounding Quad Cities community. Key destinations and neighborhood hubs within walking distance or a short drive include:

Augustana College Campus: Immediate doorstep access to campus facilities including the Roy J. Carver Physical Education Center, Lindberg Stadium, Knowlton Outdoor Athletic Complex, and the Brunner Theatre Center (all within a 3 to 7-minute walk).
Academic & Cultural Landmarks: A short stroll leads to Old Main, the Fryxell Geology Museum, and the Wallenberg Hall art exhibitions.
Black Hawk State Historic Site: Located roughly 1.5 miles south, featuring scenic woodland hiking trails, the historic Watch Tower Lodge, and the John Hauberg Indian Museum.
The District of Rock Island: Situated just 2 miles northwest along the Mississippi River, offering an eclectic mix of local breweries, live music venues, art galleries, and dining spots.
Quad Cities Waterfront & Downtown Moline: Less than a 10-minute drive to the Vibrant Arena at The Mark, the John Deere Pavilion, and riverfront parks.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Entering and exiting the 1103 38th St lot is simple and efficient. Ingress is accessible directly from 38th Street, a primary north-south secondary arterial connecting Rock Island’s central districts to 7th Avenue (IL Route 92) to the north and Blackhawk Road (IL Route 5) to the south. Direct connectivity to Interstate 280 and Interstate 74 allows drivers commuting from across the Quad Cities metro (Davenport, Bettendorf, and Moline) to reach the lot quickly without extensive local detours. For riders seeking public transit, Quad Cities MetroLINK bus routes operate along nearby corridors with bus stops on 38th Street and 7th Avenue, providing direct connections to downtown Rock Island transit transfers and regional connections.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Level asphalt grade with no height restrictions or clearance limits.
Designated ADA Parking: Clearly marked accessible spaces positioned close to pedestrian access pathways.
Illumination & Visibility: Overhead pole-mounted security lighting providing visibility during evening events and late-night campus visits.
Pedestrian Connectivity: Direct sidewalk links connecting straight into the Augustana College pedestrian mall and athletic concourses.
Paved Drive Lanes: Generous turning radii suitable for full-sized pickup trucks and passenger vans.

Ideal For

Campus Visitors & Prospective Students: Families taking college admissions tours or attending open houses at Augustana College.
Athletics & Event Attendees: Vikings fans attending NCAA Division III football, track and field, basketball, or volleyball games at Lindberg Stadium and Carver P.E. Center.
Performing Arts Patrons: Audiences visiting the Brunner Theatre Center or musical recitals at Larson Hall.
Local Commuters & Faculty: Staff and visiting instructors requiring reliable, ground-level access adjacent to academic halls.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Drivers visiting during collegiate homecoming, commencement weekends, or major athletic competitions should plan to arrive 20 to 30 minutes prior to event start times, as spots fill rapidly on game days. Be sure to check posted campus signage upon entry to ensure visitor stalls are selected, as specific bays may be reserved by permit during weekday class hours. If navigating via GPS, enter \'1103 38th St, Rock Island\' directly to route straight to the driveway entrance off 38th Street.