Facility Overview

Situated in the welcoming Powellhurst-Gilbert neighborhood of Southeast Portland (ZIP code 97266), this open-air surface parking facility provides convenient and direct access to Ed Benedict Park and the renowned Portland Memory Garden. The lot features a ground-level, single-tier asphalt layout designed for straightforward maneuvering, smooth parking ingress, and prompt departure. Because it is completely open-air with no overhead structures or low-clearance overhangs, the facility comfortably accommodates a full spectrum of consumer vehicles, including standard compacts, sedans, full-size pickup trucks, large SUVs, and high-roof passenger or utility vans.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This car park serves as the primary eastern vehicular gateway to some of Southeast Portland\'s finest municipal green spaces and recreational hubs:

• Portland Memory Garden: Located immediately adjacent to the parking area, this nationally recognized therapeutic sensory garden was specially designed for individuals living with Alzheimer\'s disease, memory loss, and mobility challenges.
• Ed Benedict Park: Spanning nearly 13 sprawling acres, the park features multi-use athletic fields, expansive paved walking loops, public art installations, picnic shelters, and modern playground structures within a 1- to 3-minute stroll.
• Ed Benedict Skate Plaza: One of Portland\'s most acclaimed street-style skateparks, drawing skateboarders, rollerbladers, and BMX riders from across the metro area (approx. 3-minute walk).
• Ed Benedict Community Garden: Popular neighborhood garden plots located directly on the park grounds.
• SE Powell Boulevard Commercial Corridor: Positioned just north of the lot, offering diverse international dining, local bakeries, supermarkets, and service shops within a 5-minute walk or 2-minute drive.
• Lents Town Center: Located just west across the I-205 corridor, offering local brewpubs, community events, and Walker Stadium at Lents Park (approx. 5 minutes by car).

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Access to the lot is straightforward from SE 104th Avenue, easily reached via SE Bush Street or directly south from SE Powell Boulevard (US Highway 26). The facility boasts simple entry and exit drives with clear sightlines into quiet neighborhood thoroughfares, mitigating post-event congestion. Regional connectivity is exceptionally strong, with Interstate 205 (I-205) exits at SE Powell Blvd and SE Holgate Blvd situated less than one mile away. Public transit users also benefit from close proximity to TriMet Bus Line 9 on Powell Blvd, as well as the MAX Green Line light rail stations at SE Powell Blvd and SE Holgate Blvd for easy transit connections across the Portland metropolitan area.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Open-air surface parking with clearly delineated standard parking bays.
• Dedicated ADA-accessible parking spaces situated near paved, step-free access ramps.
• Unrestricted vertical clearance accommodating tall vehicles, roof racks, and wheelchair-accessible vans.
• Direct connectivity to ADA-compliant paved pathways, park benches, and shaded pavilions.
• Waste disposal receptacles and park informational signage on-site.
• Complimentary daytime parking for visitors enjoying park and garden facilities.

Ideal For

• Families and visitors enjoying picnics, playgrounds, and outdoor leisure at Ed Benedict Park.
• Guests and caregivers visiting the therapeutic Portland Memory Garden.
• Skateboarders and action sports enthusiasts visiting the Ed Benedict Skate Plaza.
• Local plot holders tending vegetables and flowers at the community garden.
• Neighborhood walkers, joggers, dog owners, and youth sports participants.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Parking is free of charge for park patrons during official Portland Parks & Recreation operating hours, generally from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily. Overnight parking and camping are strictly prohibited by city park codes. As with any public urban park area in Portland, visitors are advised to practice standard vehicle safety: lock all doors, roll up windows completely, and avoid leaving backpacks, electronic devices, or valuable personal items visible in the passenger cabin. During sunny weekend afternoons or skate competitions, stalls can fill quickly; planning your arrival before mid-day or late afternoon ensures easy space selection.