About this Location

Facility Overview

The P+R 38th & Blake Station parking facility is a key transit and commuter amenity serving Denver’s trendy River North Art District (RiNo) and the Cole/Five Points border. Positioned directly alongside the Regional Transportation District (RTD) rail corridor at 3800 Wynkoop Street, this facility features an open-air surface parking lot with approximately 200 dedicated vehicle stalls. Because the lot is completely open-air without multi-story decks or low ceiling beams, it offers unobstructed overhead clearance. This makes it an outstanding parking option for standard passenger sedans, oversized pickup trucks, lifted four-wheel drives, high-roof conversion vans, and vehicles outfitted with rooftop ski boxes or bike racks that cannot navigate tight downtown parking garages.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located in the heart of upper RiNo, the 38th & Blake Station lot places drivers within immediate walking distance of world-class cultural spaces, dining destinations, and entertainment hotspots:

Mission Ballroom: Denver’s premier indoor concert hall is just a short 7- to 10-minute walk (approx. 0.4 miles) north along Wynkoop and 40th Street, making this lot a top parking alternative for sold-out live shows.
Number Thirty Eight: A bustling outdoor live music, taproom, and sand-volleyball hub located just around the corner on Chestnut Place (less than a 5-minute walk).
RiNo Art District Murals & Breweries: Direct access to RiNo’s pedestrian-friendly arts strip, featuring Great Divide Barrel Bar, Blue Moon Brewing Company, Left Hand Brewing, Mockery Brewing, and the artisan culinary stalls of The Source Market Hall (within a 5- to 10-minute walk).
Coors Field & Lower Downtown (LoDo): The Denver Rockies’ ballpark and central LoDo are easily reached in just 4 minutes via a single outbound stop on the RTD commuter rail, or roughly a 20- to 25-minute walk south down Blake Street.
National Western Complex: Located approximately 1.2 miles north, host to the annual National Western Stock Show and regional livestock events.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress to the facility are straightforward via Wynkoop Street, Blake Street, and 38th Street. Unlike downtown high-density parking structures that bottle-neck during rush hours, the open-air layout and multiple neighborhood arterials allow motorists to clear the parking grounds promptly following concerts and sporting events. Regional road navigation is effortless, with swift access to Interstate 70 (via Brighton Boulevard or York Street) and Interstate 25, connecting seamlessly across the greater Denver metropolitan area.

For mass transit users, the lot connects directly to the RTD A Line commuter rail (the University of Colorado A Line). Trains run every 15 minutes during peak hours, providing express non-stop transit to Denver Union Station in just 4 minutes (one stop west) and direct service to Denver International Airport (DEN) in approximately 30 minutes without having to contend with interstate traffic delays. The station is also served by local RTD bus routes, including Route 12.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generously dimensioned stalls with open overhead space and no vehicle height restrictions.
Direct RTD A Line Rail Access: Connected by pedestrian walkway and overhead platform bridges for swift airport and downtown train boarding.
ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking bays situated near paved access paths to the station ticketing kiosks and rail platform ramps.
Multiple Payment Methods: On-site ticketing pay stations accepting credit and debit cards, along with mobile smartphone payment capability via the RTD-approved mobile apps (Parking.com and ParkMobile).
Bicycle Amenities: Outdoor bike racks installed adjacent to the transit platform for multi-modal urban commuting.
Safety & Visibility: Exterior area lighting throughout the lot for evening and late-night departures.

Ideal For

Airport Travelers: Long-term flyers looking for an economical, stress-free alternative to on-airport parking by parking here and boarding the A Line directly to Denver International Airport.
Mission Ballroom & Event Attendees: Concertgoers avoiding gridlock and steep venue parking rates at surrounding entertainment venues.
Downtown Commuters: Professionals seeking to bypass downtown Denver traffic jams by parking outside the central business district and taking the 4-minute rail link to Union Station.
Weekend Leisure Visitors: Foodies, craft beer enthusiasts, and gallery visitors exploring RiNo's vibrant culinary and arts district.
Oversized Vehicle Drivers: Contractors, commercial vans, and rooftop-accessorized trucks requiring lots without garage ceiling restrictions.

Visitor & Driver Tips

RTD parking rules apply at this facility. Vehicles registered to addresses within the RTD boundary park free for the initial 24 hours, after which an affordable daily rate of $2.00 applies. If your vehicle is registered outside the RTD boundaries, a nominal fee of $4.00 per 24-hour period applies immediately upon arrival. Always enter your vehicle’s license plate accurately at the station pay kiosks or via your mobile parking app before boarding transit. Because this 200-space lot fills quickly on weekday mornings with airport-bound commuters and on weekend evenings with RiNo nightlife patrons, arriving early or having a backup plan during major Mission Ballroom concerts is highly recommended.