About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated in the heart of North Portland’s vibrant Swan Island industrial district, Electric Island at 4725 N Lagoon Ave is a pioneering, open-air surface parking and commercial electrification demonstration hub. Jointly conceived by Daimler Truck North America and Portland General Electric (PGE), this modern, expansive facility was specifically engineered from the ground up to accommodate the widest spectrum of modern automotive transport. Its spacious, open-sky layout means drivers face zero overhead clearance restrictions, providing completely unobstructed headroom that easily handles standard passenger cars, lifted pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, high-roof delivery vans, and commercial Class 8 semi-trucks.

The property features extra-wide driving aisles, heavy-duty asphalt construction, generous turning radii, and specialized pull-through vehicle bays. Whether you are navigating a compact commuter vehicle, operating an electric fleet delivery van, or maneuvering a commercial rig, the intuitive circulation design guarantees seamless parking and maneuvering without the pinch points common to multi-story inner-city garages.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Electric Island boasts an enviable strategic position on Swan Island along the Willamette River channel, directly adjacent to the corporate headquarters campus of Daimler Truck North America (DTNA). Beyond serving the daily commercial traffic and workforce of Swan Island’s thriving logistics and manufacturing sectors, the lot offers straightforward proximity to some of Portland's most popular destinations:

Daimler Truck North America Headquarters: Located just one block away on North Channel Avenue, offering direct walkable convenience for corporate visitors, contractors, and staff.
Moda Center & Veterans Memorial Coliseum: Situated roughly 2.5 to 3 miles south via Interstate 5, making this an ideal staging, charging, or carpool point for Portland Trail Blazers games, major concerts, and touring family events.
Historic Mississippi Avenue & North Williams Corridor: Just a 5-to-10-minute drive across the bluff to North Portland’s premiere dining, indie retail, craft breweries, and live music venues.
University of Portland: Located roughly 3 miles northwest on the Willamette bluffs, easily accessible for visiting campus guests, sports events, and prospective students.
On-Site Neighborhood Dining: Steps away from daytime lunch favorites along Lagoon Avenue, including Anna's Island Cafe, Hot Rice Teriyaki, Subway, and quick-stop convenience at 7-Eleven.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Drivers enjoy exceptional freeway and thoroughfare accessibility. Electric Island is positioned less than one mile from Interstate 5 via the North Going Street corridor (Exit 303), allowing drivers to quickly bypass dense urban center gridlock. Ingress is smooth and direct from North Lagoon Avenue, while secondary egress points onto North Anchor Street ensure orderly traffic dispersion even during shift changes or high-traffic periods.

For public transit connections, TriMet Bus Line 85 operates dedicated service throughout the Swan Island industrial corridor, connecting commuters directly to the Rose Quarter Transit Center. From Rose Quarter, riders can transfer instantly to TriMet MAX Light Rail (Blue, Green, Red, and Yellow lines), opening up effortless car-free access across downtown Portland, the Oregon Convention Center, and Portland International Airport (PDX).

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Expansive Open-Air Surface Lot: Generous surface-level bays with wide stall widths, pull-through commercial bays, and zero vertical clearance restrictions.
State-of-the-Art EV Fast Charging: Pioneer facility offering high-capacity DC Fast Chargers and Level 2 chargers supporting multiple networks and connector standards (CCS, J1772, and ultra-high-power commercial ports).
Dedicated Accessible Stalls: ADA-compliant spaces featuring smooth grade, marked access aisles, and step-free navigation across the facility.
High-Visibility Site Lighting: Bright LED illumination and open sightlines across the perimeter for improved visibility and safety at all hours of the night.
Digital Network Payments: EV charging activation and management supported through leading charging apps including ChargePoint, EVGateway, and associated mobility networks.
Pedestrian Connectivity: Level sidewalks and crossing connections linking directly to neighboring corporate buildings and local Swan Island eateries.

Ideal For

Commercial & Fleet Operators: Drivers of medium- and heavy-duty electric trucks, commercial box vans, and delivery transport requiring pull-through space and high-wattage charging.
Daily Business Commuters: Professionals and corporate contractors visiting Daimler Truck North America, logistics offices, and maritime facilities on Swan Island.
Interstate 5 Travelers & EV Road-Trippers: Motorists seeking a quick, low-stress stop off I-5 to power up and stage outside Portland's central business core.
Carpoolers & Rideshare Stagers: An easily recognizable meet-up location for carpools headed to regional destinations across Multnomah County and southwest Washington.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Plan your visit efficiently by keeping a few local insider tips in mind:

GPS Entry: Program your navigation to 4725 N Lagoon Ave, Portland, OR 97217. Turn in directly from North Lagoon Avenue and follow the clearly marked one-way circulation patterns leading toward the North Anchor Street exit.
Commercial Charging Etiquette: Several bays are configured specifically to accommodate long-wheelbase commercial trucks. Passenger vehicle operators should use the standard passenger EV stalls to leave the oversized pull-through spots free for freight transport.
Peak Traffic Awareness: Morning peak traffic (7:00 AM – 8:30 AM) and afternoon outgoing shifts (3:30 PM – 5:00 PM) create brief bottlenecks on North Going Street toward the I-5 on-ramps; timing your arrival slightly outside these intervals ensures effortless movement.
Payment Readiness: While staging and standard short-term parking are generally free, EV charging requires active mobile app connectivity or NFC contactless credit card authorization depending on the specific charger dispenser.