About this Location

Facility Overview

Parking NW - SW 12th & Yamhill - L13 is an accessible, paved open-air surface lot centrally located at 804 SW 12th Avenue in the bustling West End district of Downtown Portland, Oregon. Positioned squarely at the intersection of SW 12th Avenue and SW Yamhill Street, this facility offers quick in-and-out surface parking in a high-density urban core. Because it operates as an open-air lot with no overhead barriers or low ceilings, it provides unobstructed vertical clearance. This makes Lot 13 an outstanding choice for standard passenger vehicles, full-size SUVs, extended cab pickup trucks, cargo vans, and vehicles equipped with rooftop bike racks or cargo boxes that cannot fit into standard downtown underground garages.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This car park is situated at the epicenter of Portland’s cultural, culinary, and entertainment hubs:

Providence Park: Home of the Portland Timbers (MLS) and Portland Thorns (NWSL), situated just 5 blocks west (a brief 6- to 8-minute walk along Yamhill or Morrison).
McMenamins Crystal Ballroom: Historic music venue located just 3 blocks north on SW Burnside and 14th/13th, roughly a 4-minute walk away.
Multnomah County Central Library: Iconic public library landmark situated just two blocks east along SW 10th Avenue.
Pioneer Courthouse Square & Downtown Retail: Portland’s living room, Nordstrom, and surrounding flagship retailers are an easy 5-minute stroll (4 blocks east).
Portland Art Museum & Cultural District: Located 3 blocks south along the South Park Blocks, accessible in about 5 to 7 minutes on foot.
West End Dining & Boutiques: Directly surrounded by acclaimed restaurants, artisan coffee shops, microbreweries, and boutique hotels like the Sentinel and Ace Hotel.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Navigating to and from Lot 13 is straightforward via Portland’s downtown one-way grid system. The lot features dedicated driveway access points along SW 12th Avenue and SW Yamhill Street. Motorists can easily access the facility from I-405 via the 12th Avenue/Downtown exits or across the Burnside corridor. Public transit connections are unmatched: the TriMet MAX Light Rail (Blue and Red Lines) operates right along SW Morrison and SW Yamhill Streets, with the Galleria/SW 10th Ave and Library/SW 9th Ave stations within short walking distance. Additionally, the Portland Streetcar (NS Line and Central Loop) runs along 10th and 11th Avenues, providing seamless connections to the Pearl District, Portland State University (PSU), and the South Waterfront.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Headroom: Zero height restrictions, accommodating high-profile SUVs, commercial vans, and roof-racked vehicles.
Contactless Mobile Payments: Quick payment via digital mobile parking apps (such as ParkMobile or Reef/Parking NW digital portals) as well as an on-site self-service pay station.
Strategic Central Location: Immediate walking access to both downtown business towers and West End nightlife.
Well-Lit Surface Lot: Perimeter illumination and street visibility enhance comfort and safety during evening hours.
ADA Accessible Parking: Designated accessible parking stalls positioned for convenient transition to downtown pedestrian walkways.

Ideal For

Soccer Supporters & Sports Fans: Timbers and Thorns matches at Providence Park without the gridlock of parking right against the stadium.
Concertgoers & Nightlife Enthusiasts: Evening events at the Crystal Ballroom, Roseland Theater, or local West End lounges.
Business Professionals & Commuters: Convenient daily or hourly parking for offices in the central business district.
Oversized Vehicle Drivers: Contractors, trade visitors, and road trippers whose vehicles exceed standard 6-foot-8-inch garage height limits.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Due to downtown Portland’s one-way grid, plan your approach route in advance—SW 12th Avenue travels southbound, while SW Yamhill Street runs eastbound. On Providence Park match days or during high-profile concert evenings at the Crystal Ballroom, the lot can reach capacity quickly; arriving 45 to 60 minutes early is strongly encouraged. Always input your vehicle license plate accurately at the pay machine or via your mobile parking app, and take standard urban precautions by locking your vehicle and ensuring all bags, electronics, and valuables are stored out of sight.