About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated in the heart of East Portland’s Powellhurst-Gilbert neighborhood (ZIP code 97266), this open-air surface parking facility provides convenient, accessible parking for local shoppers, neighborhood visitors, and commuters navigating the outer Southeast Portland corridor. The parking lot features standard perpendicular stall configurations with generous turning aisles, accommodating everyday passenger sedans, crossovers, full-size SUVs, and standard pickup trucks. Because the facility is an outdoor surface lot without height barriers or overhead structures, taller vehicles, delivery vans, and vehicles with rooftop bike racks or cargo boxes enjoy unrestricted vertical clearance.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Strategically positioned near the active commercial and residential intersection of SE Powell Boulevard and SE 112th Avenue, this lot offers direct proximity to numerous local conveniences and community green spaces:

Earl Boyles Park & Community Garden: Located just a few blocks south (approx. 5–8 minute walk), featuring paved walking paths, playgrounds, and community sports fields.
Ed Benedict Park & Portland Memory Garden: Roughly a 15-minute walk or 3-minute drive west along SE Powell Blvd, known for scenic open spaces, accessible paths, and a popular skate park.
Local Dining & Retail: Immediate pedestrian access to international grocery stores, local taquerias, panaderias, and Southeast Asian eateries lining outer SE Powell Blvd.
Midland Regional Library: Situated approximately 1.5 miles north, serving as a key cultural and educational hub in East Multnomah County.
Powell Butte Nature Park: Located just 2.5 miles east, offering miles of hiking, equestrian, and mountain biking trails with sweeping panoramic views of Mount Hood.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The lot offers straightforward ingress and egress designed to minimize traffic congestion when entering or exiting onto primary arterial corridors. Commuters benefit from excellent regional connectivity:

Road & Highway Links: Direct connection via SE Powell Boulevard (US Highway 26), offering swift east-west transit, and seamless access to Interstate 205 (I-205) less than 1.5 miles to the west for rapid north-south travel toward Portland International Airport (PDX) or Clackamas.
Public Transit: TriMet Bus Line 9 operates high-frequency service along SE Powell Boulevard, connecting riders directly to the Division/Powell transit corridors and Downtown Portland. The MAX Light Rail Green Line stations (SE Holgate Blvd and SE Powell Blvd) are located approximately 1.2 to 1.5 miles west along the I-205 transitway.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-air ground-level parking with clear lane markings and easy turnaround space.
Unrestricted vertical clearance, accommodating high-profile SUVs, vans, and utility vehicles.
Designated accessible ADA parking spaces situated close to sidewalk access ramps.
Nighttime floodlighting across the asphalt surface for enhanced visibility and safety.
Paved pedestrian pathways connecting directly to adjacent sidewalks and retail storefronts.

Ideal For

Daily shoppers, diners, and clients visiting local businesses and services along outer SE Powell Boulevard.
Families and nature enthusiasts spending the afternoon at Earl Boyles Park or Ed Benedict Park.
East Portland commuters connecting with high-frequency TriMet bus routes or carpooling along the I-205 corridor.
Drivers operating lifted trucks, camper shells, or vehicles with overhead racks requiring outdoor clearance.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During morning and evening rush hours, traffic on SE Powell Boulevard can become congested; when exiting the lot, take advantage of nearby signalized intersections when making left turns. Drivers planning trips to local recreational trails or events should arrive early on sunny weekends when neighborhood spots fill quickly. Always ensure your vehicle is locked with personal belongings stowed securely out of plain sight.