About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated at the vibrant crossroads where Northwest Portland meets Goose Hollow and the Downtown core, the parking facility at 1972 W Burnside St offers a highly convenient, open-air surface parking solution managed by Parking NW. Comprising approximately 22 designated off-street surface parking stalls, the lot features straightforward drive-in access, clear pavement markings, and an easy-to-navigate single-level layout. Because the facility is entirely outdoors with open-sky headroom, there are no low overhead ceilings, hanging pipes, or clearance barriers to worry about. This makes it an ideal parking choice for standard passenger cars, large crossover SUVs, full-size pickup trucks, passenger vans, and vehicles outfitted with rooftop bike racks or cargo carriers that typically exceed traditional downtown garage height restrictions.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

The lot boasts one of the most strategic event-day and shopping locations in western Portland. It is located directly across the street from Providence Park (under a 2-minute walk), the iconic home stadium of Major League Soccer's Portland Timbers and the NWSL's Portland Thorns FC. Beyond stadium athletics, visitors are within short walking distance of notable destinations including:

Providence Park & The Multnomah Athletic Club (MAC): Less than 200 feet to Providence Park gates and a 5-minute walk (0.3 miles) to the historic MAC clubhouse.
The Civic & Stadium Fred Meyer: Immediately adjacent, offering neighborhood dining, retail, groceries, and daily essentials.
Alphabet District & NW 21st / 23rd Avenues: A quick 5- to 8-minute stroll north to Portland's premier Nob Hill dining and boutique shopping corridor.
Pearl District & Powell's Books: An easy 10-minute walk east into the Pearl District, renowned for art galleries, local breweries, and Powell's City of Books.
Washington Park & International Rose Test Garden: Located just up the hill to the west, accessible within a 5-minute drive or via a brief ride on public transit.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Access to the lot is straightforward from West Burnside Street, one of the city's primary east-west thoroughfares. Regional commuters benefit from rapid freeway proximity: Highway 26 (Sunset Highway) can be accessed within minutes via Southwest Jefferson Street, and Interstate 405 is less than five blocks east, connecting seamlessly to I-5 and I-84. For those combining driving with mass transit, TriMet's Providence Park MAX Light Rail Station (servicing Blue and Red lines) is just one block away, providing direct train service to Downtown Portland, the Lloyd District, Hillsboro, Beaverton, and Portland International Airport (PDX). TriMet bus lines 15 and 20 also run adjacent stops along Burnside and Morrison streets.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Lot: Generous open overhead clearance suitable for over-height trucks, vans, and roof-racked vehicles.
Touchless Mobile Payments: Quick drive-up payment via mobile scan-to-pay QR codes, ParkChirp, and popular parking reservation apps.
24/7 Accessibility: Continuous around-the-clock entry and exit for early morning commuters, match attendees, and late-night diners.
Designated Accessible Spaces: Clearly marked ADA parking stalls with barrier-free sidewalk access.
Illuminated Parking Area: High-visibility street exposure along W Burnside Street with night lighting.

Ideal For

Soccer Fans & Stadium Attendees: The ultimate parking choice for Portland Timbers and Thorns matches at Providence Park.
Local Shoppers & Foodies: Perfect for customers exploring the culinary hotspots, cafes, and boutiques along West Burnside and the nearby 21st/23rd shopping avenues.
Contractors & Oversized Vehicle Drivers: An accessible option for work vans and trucks that cannot clear indoor garage height limits.
Multimodal Commuters: Park and ride via the adjacent Providence Park MAX Light Rail Station into downtown or suburban tech corridors.

Visitor & Driver Tips

On Timbers and Thorns game days or during major Providence Park events, this lot fills to capacity very quickly. Drivers are encouraged to arrive 45 to 60 minutes before kickoff or pre-book through supported reservation platforms whenever available. Be aware that event parking tariffs may apply on stadium match days. Always practice standard city parking habits: lock your vehicle doors, ensure windows are closed, and remove all visible electronics, luggage, and personal items from view before walking away from your car. Upon parking, promptly register your vehicle's license plate number through the posted digital signage instructions to avoid citations.