About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated in the heart of Downtown Silver Spring, the public parking facility at 1306 Fenwick Lane offers drivers an accessible and straightforward parking solution in one of Montgomery County’s busiest commercial and commuter hubs. Positioned between Second Avenue and East-West Highway, this facility accommodates a broad range of passenger vehicles, including sedans, crossovers, full-size SUVs, and standard pickup trucks. With open approach lanes, clear sightlines, and generous maneuvering space, entering and navigating the parking area is hassle-free for daily commuters, local shoppers, and evening visitors alike. Drivers of taller passenger vehicles and oversized delivery vans will appreciate the accessible layout and unobstructed overhead approaches, making it an excellent alternative to cramped multi-story garages.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

The facility’s strategic location places visitors within easy walking distance of the premier entertainment, dining, and government hubs in Downtown Silver Spring. Notable destinations include:

The Fillmore Silver Spring: Renowned live music venue hosting top touring acts, located just an 8-minute walk (0.4 miles) away.
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center: Historic cinema destination featuring independent films, retrospectives, and festivals, roughly an 8-minute walk away.
Downtown Silver Spring & Ellsworth Place: Multi-level retail and dining district featuring stores, family restaurants, and entertainment options (under 10 minutes on foot).
Silver Spring Civic Building & Veterans Plaza: Center for seasonal ice skating, community events, and open-air markets, just a short stroll away.
NOAA Headquarters: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration complex on East-West Highway is located directly adjacent, making this a prime choice for federal employees, contractors, and visiting researchers.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Navigating to 1306 Fenwick Lane is simple via major regional thoroughfares including Colesville Road (US-29), Georgia Avenue (MD-97), and East-West Highway (MD-410), with seamless connections to the Capital Beltway (I-495). Ingress and egress points along Fenwick Lane ensure efficient traffic dispersion even during peak morning and evening rush hours. The facility also functions as a convenient park-and-ride launching pad, located less than a 5-minute walk from the Paul S. Sarbanes Transit Center and the Silver Spring Metro Station (serving the Metrorail Red Line, MARC Brunswick Line commuter trains, and multiple Metrobus/Ride On regional routes).

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Convenient walk-up pay stations accepting major credit cards and debit cards.
Mobile payment integration supporting popular parking applications such as ParkMobile.
Designated accessible (ADA compliant) parking spaces located near the primary pedestrian exits.
Well-lit parking bays and walkways providing enhanced visibility for evening and nighttime parking.
Generous stall widths designed to accommodate standard passenger cars, large pickups, and SUVs.
Direct pedestrian sidewalks connecting safely to adjacent office buildings and commercial corridors.

Ideal For

Daily business commuters and federal contractors working at NOAA and adjacent downtown offices.
Concertgoers attending live music shows at The Fillmore Silver Spring.
Movie buffs and arts patrons visiting the AFI Silver Theatre.
Transit commuters transferring to the Metrorail Red Line or MARC train into Washington, D.C.
Weekend visitors exploring restaurants, breweries, and cultural events around Veterans Plaza.

Visitor & Driver Tips

If you are visiting during weekday business hours or planning to attend a sold-out concert at The Fillmore, consider arriving slightly early to secure a preferred parking space. Pay-by-phone applications like ParkMobile allow you to set expiration reminders and easily extend your parking session remotely without returning to your vehicle. When setting your GPS navigation, confirm the route approaches via Second Avenue or 16th Street to avoid peak-hour backups on Colesville Road.