About this Location

Facility Overview

Parking NW - 263 N Broadway - L222 is a well-positioned, open-air surface parking facility located at the junction of 263 North Broadway and 1661 North Wheeler Avenue in Portland's energetic Rose Quarter and Lower Albina/Eliot district. Designed with wide drive aisles and clearly marked surface stalls, this self-park facility provides a refreshingly accessible alternative to crowded multi-level garages. One of the standout advantages of this lot is its completely open skyward clearance: because there are no overhead beams, low ceilings, or tight clearance bars, the lot easily accommodates standard passenger sedans, full-size pickup trucks, oversized SUVs, high-roof cargo vans, and vehicles outfitted with roof boxes or bicycle racks that cannot enter standard downtown decks.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated in the direct shadow of Portland's premier entertainment campus, this facility offers unbeatable walkability to high-profile sporting, musical, and convention events:

Moda Center: Located just a brief 3-minute walk (approx. 0.2 miles) away, making this lot one of the most convenient parking destinations for Portland Trail Blazers NBA home games, headline arena concerts, and family shows.
Veterans Memorial Coliseum: Situated directly adjacent to the property (less than a 2-minute walk / 0.1 miles), providing effortless access for Portland Winterhawks hockey matchups, graduations, and cultural exhibitions.
Oregon Convention Center: A quick 7 to 10-minute walk (approx. 0.4 miles) south, ideal for trade show exhibitors, conference attendees, and expo visitors seeking affordable off-campus parking.
Rose Quarter Commons & Theater of the Clouds: Mere footsteps away for outdoor festivities, community rallies, and mid-sized indoor entertainment.
Broadway Bridge & Pearl District: A quick stroll across the scenic Willamette River connects visitors directly to the dining, breweries, and art galleries of the Pearl District and Old Town Chinatown.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are straightforward and flexible, featuring dual driveway access points on North Broadway as well as North Weidler Street near the North Wheeler Avenue corner. Having two distinct entry and exit options allows drivers to bypass the heaviest vehicle bottlenecks when departing after major arena events. Motorists benefit from immediate proximity to regional thoroughfares, with on-ramps to Interstate 5 (North and South) and connections to Interstate 84 East situated just blocks away.

For public transit connections, the Rose Quarter Transit Center is located roughly 4 minutes away on foot. This major transit hub connects parkers to all four TriMet MAX Light Rail lines (Blue, Red, Green, and Yellow) and key TriMet bus lines (including routes 4, 8, 35, 77, and 85). Additionally, the Portland Streetcar stops along Broadway and Weidler, enabling seamless car-free mobility across the river and throughout the Central Eastside.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Headroom: Completely uncovered surface lot with zero vehicle height limits, making it completely overheight- and oversize-friendly.
Dual Street Entry/Exit: Entrances located along both N Broadway and N Weidler St for streamlined traffic dispersal.
Mobile & Touchless Payments: Quick on-site payment through mobile platforms and scan-to-pay signage, as well as digital pre-booking options via Parking NW and ParkChirp.
Accessible Parking: Designated ADA-compliant stalls positioned close to street crosswalks and curb ramps.
Perimeter Illumination: Well-lit parking surface providing visibility and comfort during evening and late-night departures.
24/7 Operations: Continuous round-the-clock availability for early morning business meetings, evening concerts, and overnight parking needs.

Ideal For

Sports & Concert Fans: Enthusiasts attending Trail Blazers games, Winterhawks matches, and major arena concerts looking to avoid congested multi-story parking garage queues.
Convention & Trade Show Attendees: Exhibitors and visitors at the Oregon Convention Center seeking an economical parking option within easy walking distance.
Oversized & Commercial Vehicles: Drivers of work trucks, camper vans, ski-rack outfitted SUVs, and tall transit vans unable to enter covered downtown garages.
Lloyd District Commuters: Professionals and contractors requiring dependable daily or evening parking near Eastside office complexes and transit hubs.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During standard weekday business hours (5:00 AM to 3:00 PM), the facility offers very economical hourly and daily max rates. However, dynamic event pricing goes into effect during Trail Blazers games, Winterhawks hockey nights, and major Moda Center concerts. To secure the best rates and guarantee a stall during high-attendance dates, reserve your space in advance through Parking NW or affiliated digital apps like ParkChirp or SpotHero. Plan to arrive 45 to 60 minutes prior to puck drop or showtime to claim an easy-out stall near the Weidler or Broadway exits, allowing for a swift departure straight onto the I-5 freeway.